Obituaries
David Ammon
David Ammon, age 77, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully into the arms of his Savior Friday, April 30, 2021. He was born October 9, 1943, in Battle Creek the son of Lawrence and Bertha (Southworth) Sederlund. Dave graduated from Charlotte High School with the Class of 1961. Soon after graduating, Dave honorably served his country in the United States Air Force. On February 1, 1969, he married the love of his life, Donna Lee Randell in Bellingham, Wash. Dave was a soft-spoken man who had a heart for others. He cherished his family and loved being together. He enjoyed reading and traveling in his spare time. Dave was a faithful member of First Baptist Church for many years. He retired after nearly 40 years of service from Unisys.
Dave is survived by his wife of 52 years, Donna; daughter-in-law, Betty (Aaron) Terbeck of Grand Rapids; grandchildren: David Ammon, Alan Ammon, Charlotte Ammon; sister, Martha (Ray) Lawrence; sister-in-law, Patsy (Gary) LaBree; brothers-in-law: Tim (Kathy) Randell, Joe (Joanie) Randell; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; sons: Tim Ammon in 2001 and James Ammon in 2018; sister, Roberta Johnson; brother, Jon Sederlund; and mother-in-law and father-in-law, Jacob and June Randell.
A memorial service will be held on Monday, May 10, 2021, at 11 a.m. at the First Baptist Church with Pastor Pete Kroll officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the church. A graveside service with military honors will follow at 2 p.m. at Maple Hill Cemetery.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Dave’s memory to First Baptist Church, Parkinson’s Foundation, or McLaren Hospice.
Virginia D. Parisano
Virginia “Ginny” DeHaven Parisano, 73, of Charlotte, died peacefully on Sunday, April 11, 2021 in Holt. Virginia was born in Darby, Pa. on November 15, 1947, the daughter of Howard Robinson and Margaret Louise (Haynes) Hartman. She grew up in Upper Darby, Pa., where she graduated from Upper Darby High School before attending Philadelphia College of Arts and earning her associates degree. “Ginnyfish,” as she was affectionately known, lived a life full of artistic expression. She, like her father, created beautiful watercolor paintings and sketches, often done with crayons. She favored the color pink and loved Lucille Ball. In her later years, she was a grateful member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints.
Virginia is survived by her four children, Maria (Stuart Ratliff) Jackson, Jose (fiancé Jennifer Fopma) Ybarra, Juan Ybarra, and Angela Parisano; eight grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; brother, Lawrence Hartman; and her healing companion, her cat, Dr. Boo. She was predeceased by her husband, Vincent Parisano; and her daughter, Amanda Smith.
A private family service will take place at a later date. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Gary Anderson
Gary Anderson, 63, of Charlotte, Mich., the kind of man who would do anything for a friend, but also a stubborn guy that liked to do things his way, died April 30, 2021. He was born in Charlotte on July 27, 1957 to Melvin and Dorothy (Lucas) Anderson and lived his entire life in the town. Gary worked at General Motors for 30 plus years before his retirement. Family meant everything to Gary, he enjoyed always making Christmas breakfast for his family. They remember lots of good times spent together as a family and will cherish the memories, including stories of his yard work in cut off jean shorts. Some of Gary’s favorite activities include bowling (he was on many different leagues over the years and was proud of his perfect 300 game), watching NASCAR, barbecuing, and playing games on his computer. He was previously a member of the Eagles Club in Charlotte and served as club secretary.
Gary is survived by his wife, Rhonda Anderson; children, Jennifer (Sam) Walters, Gary (Miranda) Anderson, and Trenton Anderson; nine grandchildren, Damon, Dakota, Hailey, Maci, Jacob, Isabelle, Arianna, Raylynn, and Lily; one great-grandson, Finley; his father, Melvin Anderson; siblings, Carl (Cathy) Anderson, Karen (Curt) Keck, and Brian (Vicky)Anderson; and his best friend, Doug Dickinson. He was predeceased by his mother, Dorothy Anderson.
A memorial service is being planned for a later date. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Gary on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Wayne E. Miller
Wayne Eugene Miller, of Eaton Rapids, Mich. passed away unexpectedly on Friday, April 30, 2021 at the age of 85. Wayne was born on May 29, 1935 in Laingsburg, Mich. the son of Doyt and Hattie (Emmerson) Miller. He graduated from Eaton Rapids High School class of 1954 and went on to work as a meat pack and butcher at Feldpausch, and worked as a supervisor for Michigan Packaging retiring in 1998. Wayne was a member of the Abies bowling league and an avid golfer. He spent 20 years of retirement in Clearwater, Fla. where he was a member of the First United Methodist Church in Palm Harbor, Fla. Wayne loved to travel, he visited all 50 states along with Ireland and numerous cruises over his lifetime. Wayne was a thrill seeker who enjoyed rollercoasters, trip to Cedar Point and was an avid MSU athletics fan.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Evelyn Acheson, Rose Cantine, Mary Snyder; and brother, Clarence Miller.
Wayne is survived by his wife, Vickie Miller; children, Terri (Larry) Markwart, Tracey (Dawn) Miller, Debbie (Dan) Kares, Julie (Charlie) Hicks; step-children, Pamela Colestock, John (Colleen) Colestock, David (Lois) Colestock, Joseph Colestock; 18 grandchildren; 20 great-grandchildren; brother, Richard (Donna) Miller; sister, Harriett Orr; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Services were held on Thursday, May 6, 2021 at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to The American Diabetes Association in memory of Wayne. To share memories or leave condolences please visit SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Maxine W. Blackmer
Maxine Winifred Blackmer, of Eaton Rapids, Mich. and formerly of Mason, Mich. passed away on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at the age of 95. Maxine was born on September 22, 1925 the second of four children born to Lester and Marie (Kenyon) Hendrick in Grand Rapids, Mich. She was part of the first graduating class of Sexton High School, class of 1943. She went to work for the State Police in the 1960’s and moved to Capital Business Services, where she retired in the late 1970’s. Maxine enjoyed bowling, was an avid reader and loved to socialize. She was a member of the Aurelius Baptist Church and the Barnes Road Coffee Klutch, a neighborhood group of women that met weekly to gossip and drink coffee. She also volunteered her time with local elections and for her local food bank. Maxine was also very proud to be a 30-year survivor of breast cancer.
She is preceded in death by her husband, David Blackmer; sons, Rick Wilbur, Paull Wilbur, D. Alan Blackmer, Randy Moss.
Surviving are her children, Patricia (Terry) Wing, Gloria Shelton, Scott (Alyce) Blackmer, Bradford Wilbur, Lynn (Julie) Moss; brother, Kenneth (Margaret) Hendrick, Delores (Fred) Crothers and numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday, May 7, 2021 at Skinner Funeral Homes in Eaton Rapids. The family received friends at the funeral home one hour prior to the service on Friday. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society in memory of Maxine. To share memories or leave condolences please visit SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.