Obituaries
Diana J. Barendregt
Diana Jo Barendregt, born June 13, 1933, passed away on November 18, 2020. A celebration of Diana’s life will be held on Wednesday, August 11, 2021 at 3 p.m. at Vickers Springport Funeral Home located at 121 Pearl Street in Springport, Michigan. Visitation will begin one hour prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Paralyzed Veterans of America, National Processing Center, PO Box 758589, Topeka, KS, 66675-8589; or Cascades Humane Society, 1515 Carmen Drive, Jackson, MI 49202. Arrangements entrusted to Vickers Springport Funeral Home.
Posted by Christi Whiting | August 5, 2021

Kevin D. Ide
Kevin Dennis Ide, of Eaton Rapids, passed away surrounded by his family and puppies, August 3, 2021, at the age of 59. Kevin was born in Lansing, February 20, 1962, the son of Dennis and Lois (Dygert) Ide. He was a 1980 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School. In high school, he played golf and was a four-year letterman in tennis. For over 30 years, he and the love of his life, Belinda, ran the Ide Adult Foster Care Family Home in Eaton Rapids. He was an avid outdoorsman enjoying hunting, fishing and blowing speakers out of stereos all the time. Kevin was a prankster right up until his final days. He had a great love for his family, and they felt his love every single day.
Kevin is survived by his wife, Belinda Ide; daughter, Hannah (Clayton) McKone of Mattawan, Mich.; son, Joshua Ide of Eaton Rapids; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Gary and Pat Slusser of Dimondale; sisters, Denise, Val, Martha and Elizabeth; many brothers and sisters-in-law; several nieces and nephews; his puppies, Molly Mae, Albert, Prince and Daisy Mae; and grand-dog, BoJangles. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister, Marge.
Celebration of Life will be held at a later date at the family home. Memorial contributions may be made to the Leukemia Foundation. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel. Please visit millsfuneral.com to place online condolences.
Posted by Christi Whiting | August 5, 2021

Philip E. Brooks
Philip Edward Brooks, of Brandenburg, Ky., entered heaven on February 12, 2021, at the age of 70. Philip was born in Stockbridge, Mich. on March 24, 1950, the son of Robert and Catherine (Rockwell) Brooks. Philip served in the United States Army from August 1969 to August 1971. He saw action in Vietnam as part of the 1st Air Cavalry Division. During his service in Vietnam, he was awarded The Bronze Star, the Air Medal and the Meritorious Service Medal. Upon his honorable discharge, he served in the Army Reserves from 1971 to 1975. Phil then re-enlisted in July 1980, and served at six duty stations during his 15 year career, several of which were overseas assignments. He was a heavy equipment operator in the Armored Division before becoming an Army Recruiter in 1985. Philip achieved the rank of Staff Sergeant and served as a Senior Tank Commander and Senior Instructor at Fort Knox, Ky. prior to his retirement. He enjoyed participating in the Civil War reenactments after his retirement from the Army. Philip is survived by son, Bradley (Monica) Brooks; daughter, Melissa (Brad) Ryan; five grandchildren; brother, John (Mary) Brooks; sisters, Dorothy (Hilbert) Proctor, Bonnie Connor, JoAnn (Roger) Storey, Shirley (Harry) Householder, Marlene (Mike) LuKenich, Edith (Kirk) Myers; numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents. Since Phil’s death, joining him in heaven are his sister-in-law, Mary Brooks and sister, Edith Myers. Cremation was chosen by his children. A graveside service with military honors will be held at the Kentucky Veterans Cemetery Central, Radcliff, Ky. at a later date. Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Please visit millsfuneral.com to place online condolences.
Posted by Christi Whiting | August 5, 2021

James A. Mayhew
James Allen Mayhew, age 85, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully at his home on Tuesday, July 27, 2021, with Thelma his loving wife of 65 years at his side. Jim was born July 18, 1936, on the family farm in Charlotte to David and Martha (Lucks) Mayhew. He graduated from Olivet High School in 1955. Soon after graduation, on December 18, 1955, he married his high school sweetheart, Thelma McLane. Always putting his family first, Jim and Thelma raised three daughters and he enjoyed helping them in any way he could. Often the family jokester, Jim had a way with words and created many poems and songs for those he loved. Making Charlotte his home, Jim faithfully served the community on the Charlotte Police Department for 28 years, retiring as a Lieutenant. Jim was an avid outdoorsman and enjoyed construction, building his first home at the age of 19. In retirement, Jim and Thelma enjoyed their home on Duck Lake and a home in Clearwater, Florida.
He was preceded in death by his parents, David and Martha Mayhew; along with seven siblings.
Jim is survived by his wife, Thelma; daughters, Dawn Mayhew of Rockford, Teresa (Charles) Mathis of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, Rachelle Mayhew of Marshall; seven grandchildren, Brooke (James) Geddie, Martha Holben, Stuart (Kim) Holben, Cody (Tonya) McMichael, Cameron (Brittany) Mathis, Bryton Mathis, Kimberlin Mayhew; and 18 great-grandchildren.
In Jim’s own words, “Forgive my faults but remember me.”
Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 2, 2021, at 1 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will follow at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Jim’s honor to the American Heart Association.
To view Jim’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-gree-kilgo.com.
Posted by Christi Whiting | July 29, 2021

Gerald A. Jones
Gerald Alfred Jones, age 75, of Charlotte, formerly of Clarkston, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Sunday, July 11, 2021. He was born September 29, 1945, in Detroit, the son of Glen Mertin and Gladys (Williams) Jones. Jerry graduated from Pontiac Central High School with the Class of 1964. On September 2, 1967, Jerry married Carol Lavon Johnston in Pontiac. He went on to study engineering and would eventually make it his lifelong career. Jerry was an unbelievable husband, father, and grandfather. He adored his family and would see to it that they were loved and cared for throughout his entire life. Jerry had a servant’s heart and was always concerned about the needs of others. He faithfully served his Lord and Savior and was an active member of the Pennway Church of God in Lansing. Jerry enjoyed hunting and fishing and could often be found at the family property on Valley Highway.
Jerry is survived by his wife of 53 years, Carol; daughters, Wendy Shelley of McKinney, Texas, Kelly (Joel) Tasma of Jenison, Mich.; grandchildren, Jordin Shelley, Wyatt Shelley, Leann Tasma, Thomas Tasma; siblings, Ruth (Rev. Fred) Thomas of Wash., Bud (Judy) Jones of Tenn., Nathan Jones of Walled Lake, Karen Tierney of Calif., and Lois Jones of Troy.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Funeral services were held on Saturday, July 17, 2021, at the Pennway Church of God, 1101 E. Cavanaugh Rd., Lansing, MI 48910. A private burial took place at Millerburg Cemetery.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Jerry’s honor to the family to be used towards updating the kitchen at church.
Posted by Christi Whiting | July 29, 2021
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