Obituaries
Linda D. Cervantes
Linda Dawn Cervantes, age 71, of Farwell, passed away at her home on April 6, 2021. She was born June 23, 1949, in Ionia the daughter of Frank and Dawn (Brooks) Maynard. She graduated from Potterville High School with the Class of 1968. Linda was a meticulous housekeeper and took great pride in caring for her family. She enjoyed baking, canning, and watching MSU Basketball. Linda also loved her Persian cat, Lilly.
She is survived by her children, Lisa (Bill) Schutt of Fla., Jessica Mosier of Bay City; granddaughters, Autumn Schutt, Jasmine Schutt; siblings, Jill (Bill Paul) Gidner of Bellevue, Rick Maynard of Charlotte; and numerous other relatives and friends.
Linda was preceded in death by her parents; husband of 29 years, Tony; brother, John Maynard; and niece Stacey McDaniel.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, April 23, 2021 at 2 p.m. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home. The family will receive friends from 12 to 2 p.m. at the funeral home. Private family interment will take place at Ft. Custer National Cemetery.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Linda’s honor to the Capital Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906.
To view Linda’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-green-kilgo.com.
Jerri A. Bulmer
Jerri Alan Bulmer, a guy who could fix anything, died April 8, 2021 at the age of 70. Jerri was born on April 10, 1950, the son of Edward and Lorraine (Whitwright) Bulmer in Charlotte, Mich. and was raised and lived in the town for most of his life. He loved to tinker and fix things, which led to him getting his Associates Degree in Electrical Engineering and devoting a lifetime of work to electrical repair at the family business, Charlotte Electric Motors. He was also a tool and die maker, and was a part-time teacher at Lansing Community College for 33 years. Jerri loved to say, “I can fix anything, the impossible just takes longer.”
Always the joker, Jerri enjoyed playing pranks on family members. They describe him as determined and witty, with a tough ‘John Wayne’ attitude and grumpy exterior, but a big teddy bear at heart. He loved his family and enjoyed teaching his grandkids much of what they needed to know about life. In his spare time, he enjoyed woodworking, guns, boating, jet skiing, water skiing, dogs, and horses (sometimes being called the Horse Whisperer). In his younger years, he was an Eagle Scout and proudly served in the U.S. Navy. Jerri also was a member of the Eaton County Mounted Division for 18 years.
Jerri’s family was his pride and joy and he will be missed dearly by them. He is survived by his wife, Sue; children, Steve (Jen) Pakkala, Scott (Suzanne) Pakkala; Travis Bulmer; and Sonja (Joey) Place; ten grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and sister, Mary Kohn; as well as a niece and nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Jerri’s family by sharing memories on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. A memorial service was held on April 13 with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating. The funeral was webcast so it can be watched from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to prayfuneral.com, click on Jerri’s tribute, then click on photos and videos from your computer (or media from your smart phone). If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Hospice of Lansing. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Ross Hunter
Ross Hunter, 60, of Bellevue, Mich. went to be with his Lord and Savior on April 10, 2021 at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Michigan.
Ross was born on November 17, 1960 in Charlotte, Mich. to Earl and Doris Gail (Addair) Hunter. He married Loralie Cronk on November 7, 1999.
He was a 1979 graduate of Olivet High School.
He has been an over the road truck driver for 30 years and then recently he worked for Meijer Logistic as a truck driver for ten years.
Ross loved his Harley-Davidsons and riding them all over the area. He was a gun enthusiast and enjoyed being outdoors. Ross enjoyed cutting wood and especially hanging out with his many friends.
He attended Bellevue First Baptist Church.
Ross is survived by his wife, Loralie Hunter; his children, Troy Bass (Cindy) of Vermontville, Mich., Daniel Bass of Battle Creek, Mich., and Michelle (John) Bush of Grand Ledge, Mich.; his grandchildren, Clayton (Kayla) Beers, Kenny Bass, Sara (Jake) Esselink, Rachelle Beers, Josh Bass, Hailey French and Brynlee Bass; his five great-grandchildren; his siblings, Mark (Cheri) Hunter of Grayling, Mich. and Matthew (Jennifer) Hunter of Marshall, Mich. Ross is also survived by four nephews and families. He was preceded in death by his parents.
Visitation will take place on Friday, April 23, 2021 from 10:30 a.m. to 12 noon at First Baptist Church of Bellevue with funeral services following at 12 noon, with Pastor Don Francis officiating. Interment will be at Riverside Cemetery in Bellevue.
Memorial contributions are requested to American Heart Association.
Arrangements were entrusted to Kempf Family Funeral and Cremation Services 205 N. Elizabeth St., Bellevue, Michigan 49021. Please visit kempffuneralhome.com to view the online obituary, to sign the online guestbook or to leave the family condolences.
Roger McCartney
Roger Allen McCartney, 69 of Charlotte, Mich., a guy who was humble and didn’t want to talk about himself but loved to share his opinions, died April 13, 2021. One of five boys born to George and Betty (Pruden) McCartney, Roger was born February 24, 1952 in Charlotte, Michigan, and learned from a young age that with a family full of boys he needed to make his voice heard and always found a way to do so. Roger never liked to ask for help, he always wanted to do it himself and he liked to be busy. He was a vocal grandparent in the grandstands at his grandkids’ sporting events, perhaps even a little infamous with the referees and coaches. Roger enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and was a fan of Old Milwaukee. He enjoyed demolition derby at the county fair before getting into stock car dirt track racing. With a huge love for cars, Roger was very proud of the ’82 Firebird that he restored. Over the years, Roger worked at General Motors Oldsmobile Plant, H & G Steel, Dagget Waste Management, was a janitor at Sebring High School, and was an Airborne Express Delivery Driver. Roger also held the secret to the best charcoal grilled foods, due to his method of how to start the charcoal grill.
Roger is survived by his children, Sabrina Halstead, Roger (Linda) McCartney Jr., Stacey Weeks, and Sarah (Mathew) Hebenstreit; step-children, Rob (Kim) Jones, Angela Jones, Melisa (Richard) Keck, Michaelle (Mike) Smalley, and Bobby (Laura) Reed; 16 grandchildren; 23 step-grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; brother, Chuck Farr; and several nieces and nephews. He was predeceased by his wife, Kellie McCartney; brothers, Walt Farr, Leo Farr, and Rick McCartney; step-son, Matthew DeWaters; and his parents.
Friends are encouraged to support Roger’s family. Funeral services are Monday, April 19, 4 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home Gardens in Charlotte with Pastor Lloyd Lack officiating. Visitation is 2 to 4 p.m. on Monday, April 19 prior to the service. Mask, group capacity, and distancing guidelines will be practiced. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to PrayFuneral.com, click on Roger’s tribute, then click on photos and videos from your computer, or media from your smart phone. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Roger on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Marie A. Glassnor
Marie Annette Glassnor, a lady who lived her life by the Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you’d have done unto you,” died peacefully at the age of 81 on April 9, 2021. Born in Buckley, Mich. on June 20, 1939 to Virgil and Pearl (Sadler) Kaufman, Marie graduated from St. Mary’s Cathedral High, and then in 1958 married Charles Glassnor Jr. A very family-oriented person, Marie loved sharing memories of her childhood, going camping with her mom and dad, and of her time living in and around Traverse City. She also had many fond memories of having her children and raising them, and was proud of the fact that she had the stamina to raise teenagers without having a nervous breakdown. Marie could often be heard singing her favorite songs at the karaoke bar with her group of friends, Jean, Ken, Barb, Joan, Jo and Sheila. Marie enjoyed, and was talented with drawing and painting.
“I cared, I loved, I hurt, I held on,” was a sentiment that Marie wanted to share with others about herself. She was extremely proud of her children, and adored her grandchildren and time spent with them. A compassionate person, Marie truly had a giving heart. She served on the Special Education Committee in Eaton County as it was started, she received the Minute Man Award from Eaton County, was a truly active member the of Rough Riders Mower Racing Club where she devoted her time and effort for six years. Over the years she worked in many different capacities, nurse’s aide in Barry County, housekeeping supervisor at Red Roof Inn, circulation manager for the Flashes and Grand Ledge Shopper Guide, newspaper oral history at the Sunfield Sentinel, newspaper delivery for the Lansing State Journal, and bus driver for Grand Ledge Schools for 15 years.
Marie is survived by her children, Faye (Ken) Mustunis, David (Shannon McKinney) Glassnor, Gary (Kelly) Glassnor, and Angela (Todd Jackson) Cooper; grandchildren, David Glassnor Jr., Beth Glassnor, Kristin Kennedy, Joshua Glassnor, Randy Glassnor, Andrew Mustunis, Tyler Glassnor, and Chelsea Glassnor; eight great-grandchildren; special friends, Jean Morris and Ken Parker. She was predeceased by her husband, Charles Glassnor Jr.: son, Frank Glassnor; special friend, Montie Morris.
Friends are encouraged to support Marie’s family by attending services or sharing memories on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. Visitation is April 17, 2021 from 12 to 2 p.m. Funeral services are on April 17 at 2 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte with Rev. Paul Temple officiating, with Interment to follow at Danby Cemetery. Mask, group capacity, and distancing guidelines will be practiced. The funeral will be webcast so you may watch it from any computer, smartphone, or mobile device that has internet access. Go to prayfuneral.com, click on Marie’s tribute, then click on photos and videos from your computer (or media from your smart phone). If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to a charity of your choice in her memory. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.