Obituaries
Natalia S. Andrews
Natalia Susan Andrews, age 67, of Charlotte passed away peacefully with her family by her side after a 19-month battle with brain cancer on Tuesday, September 21, 2021. She was born January 18, 1954 in Ionia, the daughter of Raul and Esther (Silva) Luna. Natalie graduated from Charlotte High School with the class of 1972. During her youth she worked at as a popcorn girl at the Eaton Theatre, Owens Illinois glass factory, Burger Chef restaurant, and Doty Floral. On February 9, 1974, she married Donald Lee Andrews at St. Mary Catholic Church in Charlotte.
Natalie worked for Fitness USA in Frandor as an aerobics instructor and personal trainer. While there she taught kick boxing, jazzercise, and step classes. She also taught aerobics at Charlotte and Potterville Public Schools, where the women gave her the nickname “Terminator from Hell.” She was also a gymnastics instructor for Charlotte, Potterville, and Olivet Schools. During the summers she was a playground summer recreation supervisor at Galewood School. She was also a Cub Scout den leader for both of her sons.
Natalie was a Eucharistic Minister at St. Mary Catholic Church and a member of St. Vincent dePaul. She also taught gym classes at St. Mary School and was part of the St. Mary Child Care.
She will always be known for her cheerful smile and kindness which she readily shared with everyone. Natalie was a great listener and would often times spend hours on the phone lending a caring ear.
Natalie is survived by her loving husband of 47 years, Donald; sons: Donald Lee Andrews Jr. of Los Angeles, CA, Jeremy Lee Andrews of Portage; grandson, Talon Andrews; mother, Esther Silva of Charlotte; father, Raul (Mercedes) Luna of SanBenito, Texas; siblings: Virginia (Randy) Day, Art (LouAnn) Luna, Linda (Dean) Bongiovanni, Julie (Paul) Tucker, Teresa Luna; numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
She was preceded in death by her grandparents: Domingo and Inez Silva and Manuel and Julia Luna.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, September 27, 2021, at 11 a.m. at St. Mary Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Dwight Ezop celebrating. The family will receive friends on Sunday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home and one hour prior to Mass at the church on Monday. The rosary will be prayed on Sunday at 7:30 p.m. at the funeral home. Interment will take place at Bosworth Cemetery.
Those desiring may make contributions in Natalie’s memory to St. Mary School or the American Cancer Society.
To view Natalie’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com
Dick Rulison
The interment for Dick Rulison will take place on Saturday, October 2, 2021 at 2 p.m., at Section U of Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte, Michigan. Friends and family are invited to the VFW for conversation and refreshments immediately after the burial.
Rosalee Ray
Rosalee Ray—a gentle, kind and caring lady—passed away on September 20, 2021. She was born on May 15, 1933 to Henry and Fern (Aungst) Starks. On December 19, 1959, Rosalee married Pat John Ray and together started their legacy. A fabulous cook, Rosalee’s kitchen was the passion of her home as she created homegrown meals including sandwiches, pies, cakes, jams and jellies. An accomplishment of pride was her seafood salad recipe which was published in a national magazine. Rose also enjoyed hunting, fishing, and traveling around the State of Michigan with her husband Pat. Family was of extreme importance to Rosalee and nieces, nephews and her special friend, Sue enjoyed time in her home. At Christmas time she organized large parties for veterans, wards of the state and senior citizens to make sure each one had a blessed day. Aunt Rose considered anyone who was a friend to be a part of her extended family. Her final words to her loved ones were to go home and hug and kiss those that you love.
Rosalee Ray is survived by her husband, Pat Ray; numerous nieces and nephews; sister-in-law, Hester Root; brother-in-law, Howard Rhodabeck. She was predeceased by her parents; son, Auther Ray; and sisters, Clara Feuss, Evelyn Ebright, Carolyn Massey, and Sarah Stark; sister-in-law, Virginia Rhodabeck; brothers-in-law, Ronald and Ernest Ray.
The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
David W. Hunsaker
David Wayne Hunsaker, 51 of Charlotte, died September 16, 2021. He was a pipe fitter for the family business.
Robert L. Pruden
Robert Lynn Pruden of Springport, passed away surrounded by his family on September 20, 2021, at the age of 66. Robert was born in Charlotte, December 8, 1954, the son of Roger and Dorothy (Shaull) Pruden. He served with the US Army in Germany from 1971-1974. Robert was an over the road truck driver, a jack of all trades and a member of the NRA. He enjoyed fixing up cars, riding his motorcycle, hunting and fishing.
Robert is survived by his wife, Vickie Pruden; children, Dawn (David) Ryan, Jennifer Scalice, Jessica Duby, Danielle (Eric) Coppes, Michael (Jessica) Connely, Joshua (Erin) Connely, Shaun (Steven) Coppes, J.R. Coppes; 25 grandchildren; 9 great grandchildren; brothers, Tony, Tim and Dean (Candace) Rodriguez; sisters, Annette (Brian) Davis, Sue Rodriguez; numerous nieces and nephews; special friend, Sue Wolcott and his puppy, Sassy. He was preceded in death by his parents; sister, Doretta (Mike) Malerba-Cathcart; nephew, Michael Malerba III.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Monday, September 27, 2021, at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel, 518 S. Main St., Eaton Rapids with visitation taking place one hour prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Special Olympics Area 8, 2901 Wabash Rd., Lansing, MI 48910. To leave online condolences for the family, please visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.