Obituaries
Liam M. O’Connor
Liam Michael O’Connor, 27, of Charlotte, a loving father and son, passed unexpectedly on September 15, 2018. Liam was born on May 8, 1991 to Michele and Gerard O’Connor. Liam had an unwavering love for his family, especially his children. He spent time walking with his children, going to the beach and watching his favorite movies. Liam especially enjoyed creating ‘haunts’ for fun on Halloween. Liam was an avid fan of the New England Patriots and the Boston Red Sox teams. Most recently, Liam worked for Kamps Palletts to help support his family.
Liam is survived by his parents, Michele and Mark Montgomery; his fiancé and high school sweetheart, Emily Hosek; his sons, Mason, Keegan, and his daughter, Ensley; brothers, Travis Craun and Austin Montgomery; step-sister, Lauren Pierce; grandparents, James (Susan) Craun of Olivet, Gene (Phillis) Montgomery of Charlotte, and John (Pauline) O’Connor of Easton, Mass.
Liam is predeceased by his father, Gerard O’Connor; cousin, Katie McDonough; and grandmother, Joy Hicks.
The family held visitation Friday, September 21, 2018, from 10 a.m. to noon at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, followed by the funeral service at noon, with Pastor Mark Booth officiating.
Memorial donations can be made to the American Red Cross in Liam’s name or a Scholarship fund for Liam’s children, c/o Michele Montgomery.
The family would like to encourage others to learn more about addiction resources at the Eaton County Chapter of the Families Against Narcotics.
Family and friends are encouraged to share remembrances and condolences online in Liam’s Tribute Page at prayfuneral.com.
William Hathcox
William “Bill” Hathcox, 91, of Peoria, Ariz., passed away on September 17, 2018. He was born in Pocahontas, Tenn. on March 8, 1927. Bill married Wanona Dillon on September 11, 1949 and together they had a beautiful life and family. Bill had a career in truck driving for Howard Sobers Transport and was a member of V.F.W., and Teamsters Union. He had a passion for golf, travel, fishing and auto sales.
He is survived by his wife, Wanona; son, Daniel Steven Hathcox; son, Michael James Hathcox; grandchildren, Katie Coster, Kyle Hathcox and Daniele Hathcox. He also leaves behind his great-granddaughter, Thunder Coster and many dear friends.
Bill is preceded in death by his parents, George and Tennie Hathcox, and his two brothers, James and George Hathcox.
He will be greatly missed but forever in our hearts.
Visitation will be held Tuesday, September 25, 2018 from 10 to 11 a.m. followed by a funeral at 11 a.m. at Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary. Graveside service will be held at 1 p.m. at National Memorial Cemetery of Arizona.
For more information or to leave a tribute please visit chapelofthechimesmortuary.com.
Robert A. Rasmussen
Robert Allair Rasmussen, an avid fisherman and hunter began his new journey of fishing and hunting in heaven on Sunday, September 9, 2018. Robert, 83, was born on March 13, 1935 in Alpena, to Iner and Eleanor (Moore) Rasmussen. He worked 50-plus years as a heating and cooling installer. Robert married his sweetheart, Emily Kautz, on November 25, 1955 and spent the next 55 years creating their legacy before her passing in 2011. Robert was an active member of the Charlotte Eagles # 3552 and Moose Lodge #2565. He also enjoyed traveling around the country with his wife.
Robert is survived by his children, Deborah (Bill) Bryan, Robert (Shelly) Rasmussen, and Patti Cahoo; 14 grandchildren; and 18 great-grandchildren; siblings, Judy (Bob) Slater, Bill (Carol) Rasmussen, and Mike (Anne) Rasmussen.
Robert was predeceased by his wife, Emily; sons, Bruce Rasmussen and Bradley Rasmussen; grandsons, Mark Rasmussen, Shaun Rasmussen and Ethan Hoover.
A memorial service was held Thursday, September 20, 2018 at Pray Funeral Home, with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating.
If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to The Fraternal Orders of Eagles #3552.
Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Robert on his tribute page at PrayFuneral.com.
Lonny G. Mascho
Lonny Gardner Mascho, 65, of Olivet, passed away Thursday, September 13, 2018, at his home. He was born November 28, 1952, in Edmore, the son of LeRoy and Shirley (Gilbert) Mascho. He grew up in McBride and graduated from Edmore High School in 1970. Following his graduation, he moved to Detroit to attend the Detroit Barber College. Lonny was a talented barber and enjoyed the many friends he made cutting hair throughout the years. He also worked as a Quartermaster for the Eaton County Sheriff’s Department for 25 years, retiring in 2014. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Lonny enjoyed fishing, dirt track racing, bowling, golfing, and cooking. Lonny was a passionate Detroit Sports fan and UofM fan. He stuck with them through thick and thin. He proudly served his country in the US Navy and was a life member of the Charlotte VFW Post 2406.
Lonny is survived by his wife, Ellen; daughters, Lindsay Mascho of Charlotte, Chelsey (Benjamin) Cook of Lake Odessa; step-sons, Tim (Mary) Cortright of Olivet, Jordan (Angie Stinson) Cortright of Olivet; grandchildren, Kaley, Madelyn, Tessa, Drew, Chloe, and Christopher Cortright; mother, Shirley Mascho of Edmore; siblings, Larry (Char) Mascho of Saranac, Sherry (Mitch) Snyder of Stanton, Shelly (Mike) Bailey of Stanton; mother-in-law, Jannette Hayes of Eaton Rapids; brother-in-law, Steve (Mary Ann) Hayes of Charlotte; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, September 18, 2018 at Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home, with Pastor Charles Jenson officiating.
Those desiring may make contributions in Lonny’s memory to the American Diabetes Association or Gift of Life.
To view Lonny’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit burkhead-greenfuneralhome.com.
Vernie L. Miller
Vernie Lee “Pops” Miller of Eaton Rapids passed away September 15, 2018 at the age of 72. Vern was born in Parma, on June 25, 1946, the son of Wardie and Mallie (Bailey) Miller. He worked at Michigan Packaging for 41 years before retiring in 2010. Vern coached the Wild Bunch softball team for 31 years, enjoyed drag racing in Onondaga, playing golf, being outdoors, hunting, grilling and burning the food and spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife of 52 years, Laura Miller; sons, Denny and David Miller, both of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Tracie (Zach) Miller, Marcus (Ashleigh) Miller, Keisha (Jamie) Bryant, Chris (Kaitlyn) Miller, Hailie Miller, Allyza Miller, Isaac Miller; great-grandchildren, Nevah, Gaige, Kaydence and Kameron Miller, Alexis and Jamie Jr. Bryant, Aspen, Logan and Prestyn Miller; brothers, Stanley (Lonie) Miller of Kentucky, Alma (Tommy) Kee of South Carolina, Ken Miller of DeWitt, Larry (Kathy) Miller of Springport; and daughter-in-law, Missy Miller of Eaton Rapids.
Vern was preceded in death by his son, Michael Miller; and sisters, Elsie Johnson, and Zelma Norment.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. on Friday September 21, 2018 at Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel in Eaton Rapids.
Those desiring may make memorial contributions to the family to help with funeral expenses.
Please visit millsfuneral.com to place online condolences or to sign the guest book.