Obituaries
Harriet A. Miller
Harriet A. Miller passed away peacefully on October 17, 2018, at age 95, having lived independently until age 94. She was born in Lansing on August 19, 1923 to Glenn and Mary Bell (Balmer) Miller. Harriet worked at Recordio, Wilcox-Gay and Owens-Illinois.
In the last year of her life, Harriet made her home at Eaton County Health & Rehabilitation Services, where she received such excellent, kind and attentive care. The tireless nurses and caregivers are truly heroes. Harriet felt safe, cared for, and comfortable, for which the family is forever grateful.
She was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, Alfred W. Miller Sr., Leroy D. Miller, and Betty Miller; nephews, Darrell Miller and Robin Miller; nieces, Candy Riley and Anna Heinze.
Harriet is survived by nephews, Alfred Miller Jr. (Sandra), Larry Miller (Pam), Terry Miller (Jorene); and nieces, Lynn Jensen (Chuck), Pam Wendorf, and Diana Bosworth. Harriet adored her many great- and great great-nieces and nephews, all of whom she prayed for daily.
A family memorial service will be held at a later date.
Those desiring, may make contributions in Harriet’s honor to the South Cochran Church of God, 2470 S. Cochran Road, Charlotte, MI 48813.
The family is being served by Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home.
Rhea R. Ferrier
Rhea Rae Ferrier, 81, of Taylor, Mich. went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on October 15, 2018. She passed away at home surrounded by her loving family.
She was born to Alfred and Naomi Raven on October 24, 1936 in Webster City, Iowa. She was a graduate of Creston High School in Grand Rapids, Central Michigan University with a B.A. in education, and from Moody Bible Institute with a M.S.
She was married to James Ferrier on January 4, 1958. They resided in Charlotte, and Nashville before moving to Taylor. Rhea was actively involved in her church and community. Throughout her lifetime she was a high school English teacher, Sunday School teacher, women’s chaplain at Eaton County jail, taught home Bible studies, involved in Child Evangelism Fellowship, participated in several missions trips, facilitator for Life Skills International, and supported many children through Compassion International. She and her husband also welcomed five of the “Lost Boys” from South Sudan into their home.
Rhea loved reading, painting, speaking, writing and traveling. Her family was her “pride and joy.”
She is survived by her husband, James; and five children, Andy (Lea) Ferrier, Rane (Larry) Popa, Shan (Sarah) Ferrier, Jordan (Vicki) Ferrier, Tim (Susie) Ferrier. She is also survived by 27 grandchildren; five great-grandchildren, and predeceased by one granddaughter.
A memorial service will be held to honor her life at 2 p.m. on Saturday, October 27, 2018 at West Windsor United Brethren Church, located at 7275 Windsor Highway in Dimondale.
Janette M. Howard
Janette Mae Howard of Charlotte, a woman devoted to her family and friend to many, died October 18, 2018 at the age of 84. Janette was born in Jonesville, Mich. on February 25, 1934 to Homer and Valerie (Wagner) Crandell. Family was always the center of Janette’s life. She was one of eight siblings growing up, which provided a wealth of adventures. Later she fell in love and married Wayne Gilbert Howard and together they raised four children. Janette thoroughly enjoyed being a wife, mother, and grandmother, traveling, working at the family business, Howard Construction, and just being together as a family. Zoey, her daily four-legged walking partner, meant the world to Janette. Friends could always be found in her weekly routine throughout her lifetime. Janette believed in unconditional love of others and was deeply treasured by many in return.
Janette is survived by her daughters, Maria (Gary) Seybert, Nancy (Rodney) Mott, Sherrie (Steve) Hewitt; son, Terry Howard; grandchildren, Brandy Mott, Shannon Marshall, Mykl Howard, Tara Howard, Ryon Mott, Kellie Mott, Jason Mott, Josh Hewitt, and Tonja Hewitt; and siblings, Frank Crandell, Raymond Crandell, Violet McCrimon, and Doris Wight.
She was predeceased by her husband, Wayne Gilbert Howard in 2006; son in-law, Rodney Mott; brothers, Darrell Crandell, Billy Crandell, Jerry Crandell; her parents and her beloved dog, Zoey.
Funeral services were held Wednesday, October 24, 2018, at Pray Funeral Home, with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating.
If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Charlotte VFW Post 2406.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Janette on her Tribute Page at PrayFuneral.com.
Kathy N. Hain
Kathy Noah Hain, 74, of Rochester, Mich. died August 31, 2018. She was born in Jackson, Mich. on September 12, 1943. She was the daughter of Elliott “E.J.” Noah and Helen Parks Noah. She graduated from Charlotte High School in 1961 and from Central Michigan University in 1965, where she was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority.
Kathy married Tony Hain December 17, 1967 and they raised their children, Kristen and Scott, in Flushing, and then Rochester. Kathy was a realtor for 17 years with Weir, Manuel, Snyder and Reinke. She was a member of the Meadowbrook Women’s Club and the Meadowbrook Theatre Guild. She was a founder of the Women’s Fund, which is part of the Rochester Community Fund. She enjoyed reading and discussing novels, cooking and entertaining in style, home decorating, European travel, fashion and gardening.
Kathy is survived by her husband, Tony; her daughter, Kristen and her husband, Ken McPherson; her son, Scot and his wife, Amy; and her adored grandchildren, Jacob, Maggie, Henry, and Helen McPherson, and Kate and Sam Hain. She is also survived by her sister, Leila Noah Klaiss and her husband, Neil; and many nieces and nephews, including Melissa Klaiss Martino and Libby Klaiss.
She was predeceased by her parents and granddaughter, Hannah Hain.
Funeral services were held September 6, 2018 at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Rochester.
Maxine M. Fhaner
Maxine M. (Brooks) Fhaner passed away October 20, 2018 at the age of 91.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 72 years, Robert C. Fhaner.
Maxine was born and raised in Grandville, Mich., the daughter of Roy and Eva Brooks.
She is survived by her son, Jerry (Eileen) Fhaner; daughter, Jill Krusell; granddaughter, Sally (Alex) Krusell; and great-granddaughters, Kidist, Aynalem and Tarikwa. Maxine worked at the Accident Fund in Lansing, moved with Bob to the Houghton Lake area for 35 years, where she worked for Kronner Pharmacy for many years. She loved to paint, do needlepoint, read and she did crossword puzzles daily. Her mind was sharp even to the end. Maxine and Bob returned to Eaton County in 2008, spending their last years near family and childhood friends.
There are no funeral services being planned.
Cards and condolences can be sent to Jerry Fhaner, 5134 Nellies Lane, Charlotte, MI 48813.