Obituaries
Janice S. Campbell
Janice Sue Campbell, 81, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, January 19, 2019, at Eaton Community Palliative Care with her family by her side. She was born June 15, 1937, in Lansing, the daughter of Ross and Zella (Miller) Rinkle. Janice was raised in Dimondale and graduated from Dimondale High School in 1955. In 1965, she married John J. Campbell. Together they raised three children in the Dimondale community. She was a much-loved wife, mother, and grandmother and friend to many. She attended Calvary Baptist Church, where she was recently baptized upon the confession of her faith.
Janice is survived by her children, Anthony Campbell of Okemos, Tina Robinson of Mason; grandchildren, Jonathon Campbell, Brooks (Alisa) Robinson, Christopher (Rachel Eliades) Robinson Jr.; great-grandson, Theo Robinson; special friendships among her church family, retirement community and lifelong friends include Bob McClure, Nancy Hoinski, Chris Robinson Sr., Kay Stuber and Jeff Stevens.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, John J. Campbell; daughter, Traci Bissell and sister, Mercedes Hammond.
A memorial celebration of life will be held at Calvary Baptist Church in Charlotte with Pastor Mark Booth officiating on Saturday, January 26, 2019, at 11 a.m. with a luncheon following.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Janice’s honor to Calvary Baptist Church, 825 N. Cochran Ave., Charlotte, MI 48813.
To view Janice’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.
John C. Van Vleet
Mr. John Charles Van Vleet, 54, of Charlotte, passed away at his home, surrounded by family and loved ones. John was born and raised in Charlotte. He began working on the Roberts’ hog farm as a boy. He was a foreman and worked at Clark Foundation 18 years before venturing into business, starting Van Vleet Concrete Poured Walls. He later drove tanker truck for Butternut Creek transfers.
John was a member of the American Legion and AF Gold Prospectors Association of America.
John leaves behind his loving parents, Robert and Donna Van Vleet; wife, Marjorie; sisters, Kathy Reeser and Diane Lake; son, Justin Van Vleet; daughter, Niki Swain; two granddaughters, Brianna and Brinsleigh; as well as many loving nieces, nephews and devoted friends.
John is preceded in death by his brother, “Bobby” Robert Loney Van Vleet.
Betty L. Overmyer
Betty Lee Overmyer of Eaton Rapids, the coolest lady that ever lived in Eaton Rapids, passed away January 22, 2019, at the age of 83. Betty was born in Washington, Penn. on September 22, 1935, the daughter of Angelo and Minnie (Bongiovanni) Colosi. She was a member of Eaton Rapids American Legion Auxiliary 15, the 3rd district president of Michigan American Legion Auxiliary and a member of Lansing 40 & 8. Betty was a self-taught and self-employed tailor and cake decorator. Betty was a friend to everyone she met and will be greatly missed.
Betty is survived by her daughters, Ginger (Dave) Boerkircher of Nebraska, Sherri (TJ) Caster of Oklahoma and Leann Owen of Charlotte; sons, Leonard Overmyer III of Grand Rapids, S. Bear (Cheri) Overmyer of Ohio and Jack Overmyer of Eaton Rapids; son-in-law, Richard Owen of Eaton Rapids; sisters, Beatrice Brownlee of Pennsylvania and Angela “Cookie” Colosi of Arizona; brother, Robert (Lana) Colosi of Buckley; eight grandchildren; two great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Leonard G. Overmyer in 2002 and daughter-in-law, Jill Overmyer in 2014.
No services are planned at this time. Those desiring, may make memorial contributions to the American Legion Post 42, 1000 Lawrence Hwy., Charlotte, MI 48813.
Arrangements were entrusted to the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids. Please visit millsfuneral.com to place online condolences or to sign the guest register.
Richard A. Elliston
Richard “Red” A. Elliston, 78, of Charlotte, passed away Saturday, January 12, 2019, at his home. He was born August 26, 1940, in Pennfield Township in Calhoun County, the son of Richard and Florence (Corwin) Elliston. On December 23, 1977, he married Irene M. Nitz. Red was an extremely hardworking man. He retired after many years of service from GM in Lansing. When he wasn’t working at GM, he also installed siding and windows to make a few extra dollars. He enjoyed bowling, fishing, and singing karaoke in his free time.
Red is survived by his wife of 41 years, Irene; children, Kristin (Ed) Aldaco of Elkridge, Md., Eric Elliston of Lansing; step-daughter, Melissa Hillard of Charlotte; three grandchildren; and siblings, Butch (Judy) Elliston and Dorothy Pifer.
He was preceded in death by his parents; and siblings, Glen Wagner, Myrtie Munchbach, and Kay Hayes.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, January 15, 2019, at Charlotte Assembly of God, with Pastor Jordan Humbarger officiating.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Red’s honor to Hospice of Lansing, 3186 Pine Tree Rd., Lansing, MI 48911.
To view Red’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family, please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.
Phyllis J. Deuster
Phyllis J. Deuster, 84, of Lady Lake, Fla., passed away peacefully on Wednesday evening, December 26, 2018.
Phyllis was born May 3, 1934 to A. Dale and Magdalen (Campbell) Baum in Charlotte. She graduated from Charlotte High School where she enjoyed playing the alto saxophone in the band.
Phyllis was an avid golfer and also enjoyed playing horseshoes, bowling, card club, mahjong, going on cruises and activities with The Villages Michigan Club. She retired to the Villages in 1988 from Charlotte, with her late husband Walter T. Deuster.
Phyllis is predeceased by her husband Walter Deuster; former husband, Henry Moore; stepson, Ron Moore; and companion, Thomas Lowe.
Phyllis is survived by son and daughter-in-law, Gary and Angela Moore of South Woodstock, Vt.; son, Mark Moore of Dallas, Texas; daughter and son-in-law, Julie and Alex Cook of Bellevue; and brother and sister-in-law, Jerry and Diane Baum of Charlotte. She is also lovingly remembered by her five grandchildren and seven great-grandchildren.
Graveside services will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, January 28, 2019 at Florida National Cemetery.
In Lieu of flowers, the family requests contributions in the memory of Phyllis Deuster to Sacred Journey Hospice, 138 Peach Drive, McDonough, GA 30253.