Obituaries
Henry Lamont Markison
Henry (Hank) Lamont Markison II passed peacefully on July 31 at home, in the company of his son and daughter in West Danville, Vermont. He was born in Hardwick, Vermont to Henry Lamont Markison, Sr. and Anna (Hill) Markison. After the drowning death of his father (WWI VFW member) in 1929, the family moved to the VFW Home in Eaton Rapids with his mother and sister where his mother, Anna became a housemother at the home. He recollected of the home having cows, an apple orchard, silent movies and a school bus with a wooden frame. Hank was sent to live with family and Greensboro, Vermont in 1942, and at the age of 17, joined the Army, where he was assigned to the Field Artillery, 25th Division in Japan. He became a lifelong member of the VFW in 1947. Hank was married to Mary (Baker) Dimond of Charlotte from 1960 until her passing in 1996.
Hank was a private pilot, restored Model T Fords, enjoyed building and fixing things, and in good fun, mercilessly teased everyone around him. He was a great benefactor of the VFW and the DAV (Disabled American Veterans).
Hank was predeceased by his parents; sister, Hazel V. Miller; and his beloved wife, Mary (Baker Dimond) Markison.
He is survived by his son, Henry Lamont Markison III; daughter, Lynda Markison; stepchildren, Kathy Edington, Mary Pat (Dave) Haigh, Lorrie Louckes, Richard Dimond; 13 grandchildren; and 14 great-grandchildren.
He was a member of Grace United Methodist Church in St. Johnsbury, Vermont. He left us to be with his wife, Mary, whom he cherished and loved.
On his birthday, August 9, and in accordance with his wishes, Hank’s ashes were placed on the property of his ancestors in his home state of Vermont. Eternal rest granted unto him, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Cathy Sue Sulcer (Keeney)
Cathy Sue Sulcer, 62, of Bellevue, passed away on September 2, 2017. She was born on November 17, 1954, to John M. and Maudie J. (Jeffrey) Keeney in Madison, West Virginia. Cathy graduated from Olivet High School. She married Ernest Sulcer on January 17, 1976, and together they raised four children.
Cathy will be remembered for having the “biggest heart.” She loved everyone, and would do anything for them. Cathy loved the fact that she had a close-knit family. She was a great homemaker, cooked from scratch, and taught all of her children how to cook. She enjoyed painting ceramics, stained glass and other various art projects. Cathy’s love for singing led her to sing with a band. She also loved dancing, and reading, especially the Bible.
She is survived by her husband, Ernest Sulcer; children, Ernest John (Ashley) Sulcer, Christopher Max Sulcer, Michael Eric Sulcer, and Terra Star Sulcer; five grandchildren; a brother, John Keeney; and many other loved ones.
Cathy was predeceased by her parents, John M. Keeney and Maudie J. Keeney.
A memorial service will be held at a later date at Pray Funeral Home.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Cathy on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com. If desired, the family requests memorial gifts to the family.
Judy Quantrell
Judy Quantrell, 75, died peacefully on August 2, 2017 at home in Charlotte. She was born on June 18, 1942 in Batesville, Ark. to Alvin Perrin and Imogene (Tate) Antisdel. Jack and Judy are the owners of The Country Kettle in Nashville. Judy loved spending time with her family and friends and being together at their restaurant. Judy loved to joke and play pranks with her family and friends. She was loved by many, and will be greatly missed.
She is survived by her husband, Jack Quantrell; children, John (Julie) Parish, Connie (Russ) Jolly, Jeff (Lisa) Parish, Todd Parish, Brent (Vicky) Mallo, Debbie (Jerry) Davis, Jim (Carol) Quantrell, Jack (Laurie) Quantrell, Katie (Andy) Clarke; many beloved grandchildren and great-grandchildren; six brothers; and two sisters.
Funeral services will be held Monday, August 7, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. Visitation will be held Sunday, August 7 from 6 to 8 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home and from 10 to 11 a.m. on Monday, just prior to the service at the funeral home.
If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Judy on her tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.
Keith Allen Goodnoe, age 67, passed away on June 6th, 2017, surrounded by family after a battle with Pulmonary Fibrosis. Keith was born on March 2nd, 1950 to Kenneth and Ronnie (Ebright) Goodnoe. He was a 1968 graduate of Eaton Rapids High School and was employed by Springport Steel, co-owner of Goodnoe Tool Products and then most recently ETRAN Transportation. Those close to Keith knew that music was his lifelong passion. He started playing when he was 15 and shortly after helped form the band “Friars of Youth”. He continued through the years as a member of many local bands including: Bad Breath, The “Us Band”, Rukus, Backtrak and the highly popular Fabulous Hitmen. His long time musical partner Doni Baldwin & Keith performed countless times as the “Goodnoe-Baldwin Duo” for many community functions and parties over the last 20 years. Keith and his bluezy guitar playing will be missed by many. Left with a lifetime of cherished memories are his wife Linda of 32 years; his mother; his children: Whitney (Charles) Calio, Summer (Mike) Earls, Shadd (Jenny) McMann, Jasen (Deb) McMann, Misty (Randy Long) McMann; 13 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; sisters Linda (Bob) Lundberg, Cindy (Dean) Gaulsha; his wife’s loving family: Don (Pat) Keith, Don Jr. (Cathy) Keith, Doug (Val) Keith, Barb (Larry) Rice, Karen Olsen; many nieces, nephews, cousins and lifelong friends. He was preceded in death by his father, mother-in-law Belva Keith and brother-in-law Michael Olsen. Friends are invited to a celebration of Keith’s life on Saturday, June 17th from 11 am – 2 pm at the Edgewater Apartments Community Room, 223 North Main Street, Eaton Rapids, MI. In lieu of flowers, the family will be accepting donations that will be given to a local musical organization in Keith’s memory.
Donald Judson Ulrey
Donald Judson Ulrey, 88, of Charlotte, died peacefully surrounded by his family at home on Thursday, June 1, 2017. Don was born January 13, 1929 in Steuben, Mich., the son of Judson and Bernice (Johnson) Ulrey. Don graduated from Sturgis High School before enlisting in the U.S. Navy and proudly serving aboard the submarine USS Cavezon in China during the Korean War. Upon his return, he married Joann Marie Jackson in Utica, Mich. in 1957, and the two started their family. He went to work for the Michigan State Police from 1955-1981 before working in Bureau Regulator Services until his retirement in 1994. He remained a member of the VFW and American Legion as well as the Michigan State Police Command Officers. Don also proudly honored the lives of other veterans as a member of the Ft. Custer National Cemetery Honor Guard, where he will be laid to rest and honored by his fellow honor guardsmen. When Don was not devoting his time to service organizations he enjoyed golfing, fishing, camping, and traveling. His favorite place to travel was to the U.P. Above all, Don loved his family.
Don is survived by his wife of 60 years, Joann; sons, Donald (Dana) Ulrey Jr. and David Joseph Ulrey; daughter, DeAnn Joy Ulrey; grandchildren, D’Lynn (Tim) Amatrone, Dawn (Gary) Layfield, and Cole Ulrey; and great-grandchildren, Madison, Tyler, Novilee, Aubrey, and Brennen.
He is predeceased by his parents and four siblings.
A memorial service was held Thursday, June 8, 2017 at Pray Funeral Home, with Rev. Tim Olson officiating. Interment will take place in Ft. Custer National Cemetery on Monday, June 12, 2017.
If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Fallen Troopers Association.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Don on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.