Obituaries
Sharon Anne Pierce
Sharon Anne Pierce, of Eaton Rapids, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, April 23, 2024, at the age of 93. Born on January 29, 1932, in Eaton Rapids, MI, she was the beloved daughter of Carl and Helen (Hogan) Hamman. A proud graduate of Eaton Rapids High School, Class of 1950, Sharon built a life rooted in family, hard work, and love.
She married Jerry Pierce, and together they raised four children while running Central Auto Salvage Pool, a business they owned and operated until 1998. Sharon was a lifelong learner with a deep love for reading, and she found joy in board games, card games, and completing jigsaw puzzles. Her happiest moments were often spent with family and friends at her cherished cabin in Manistique, MI, surrounded by the natural beauty of northern Michigan.
More than anything, Sharon was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and loyal friend. She will be remembered for her kind heart, her strength, and the countless memories she created with those she loved.
She was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Jerry; her grandson, Drew Pierce; and her brother, Harold Hamman.
Sharon leaves behind her children: Nancy (Kevin) Pople, Penny (Dennis) Mann, Steve (Julie) Pierce, and Scott (Betsy) Pierce; her grandchildren: Corey Hathaway, Jessica (Josh) Comer, Katie Mann, Julia (Alex Badalyan) Mann, Evan Mann, Robert Pierce, Eric (Cara) Kent, and Ryan (Kristen) Kent; ten great-grandchildren, two great great-grandchildren; as well as many extended family members and dear friends.
A memorial visitation took place on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, from 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. at Skinner Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids Chapel. A private graveside service will follow.
In honor of Sharon’s love of reading, those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Eaton Rapids Area District Library. To share memories or offer condolences, please visit www.SkinnerFuneralHomes.com.
Kay Francis Bodell
Kay Francis Bodell of Onondaga passed away April 22, 2025, at the age of 88. Kay was born in Onondaga, Michigan on September 20, 1936, son of the late Raymond Dale and Nadine Leone (Stone) Bodell. He met the love of his life Doris Harris and they married on October 4, 1958. Kay was a lifetime resident of Onondaga where he and Doris were deeply involved in the community. He helped establish the Onondaga Township Fire Department, where he volunteered as a firefighter for 25 years. Kay also served as Township Supervisor for 17 years. He retired from the State of Michigan’s Department of Transportation in 1989 after 33 years of service. Kay was a former member of the Onondaga Sportsman Club and helped with their establishment.
He is survived by his daughters, Deborah (James) Hanks of Pleasant Lake, Karen Bodell of Grass Lake; son, Russell Bodell of Onondaga; grandchildren, Deren Bodell, Robert (Natalie) Hanks, Andrew Bodell, Matthew (Sarah) Hanks, Joshua (Taylor) Bodell, Reighann Anders, Morgan (Donald) Piepkow, Jordyn Bodell, Chase Vahoski, Hailee Vahoski; great grandchildren, Kylie, Hadley, Brooks, Lucas, Emma, Zachary, Clayton, Oliver and Madelyn; daughter-in-law, Cynthia Bodell; siblings, Howard (Louise) Bodell, Raymond (Patricia) Bodell, Norm (Virginia) Bodell, Myron (Roxanna) Bodell, Myrna (Michael) Corts, Robert (Cathi) Bodell. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Doris Bodell; sons, Kenneth Bodell and Ronald Bodell; siblings, Elyn Bodell, Lyle Bodell and Janet Patterson; sister-in-law, Betty Bodell.
A funeral service was held at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel on Monday, April 28, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. with visitation one hour prior and Sunday, April 27, 2025, from 3:00-5:00 p.m. and 6:00-8:00 p.m. Interment took place in Onondaga Cemetery immediately following the service. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the Onondaga Township Fire Department or the Onondaga Community Church in loving memory of Kay Francis Bodell. To leave condolences for the family, visit our website www.millsfuneral.com.
Cindy Elizabeth Hansen
Cindy Elizabeth (Newsome) Hansen, age 60, of Leslie formerly of Eaton Rapids, passed peacefully Saturday, April 26, 2025. She was born June 13, 1964, in Eaton Rapids, MI to Estill and Thelma Jean (Bryant) Newsome. Cindy worked for Dart Container from 1985-2024. She enjoyed traveling, spending time with her grandson, Lucas, and being outdoors. Cindy led a very low-key lifestyle. She enjoyed going for walks and taking care of others. She was incredibly selfless and loving. Cindy savored the small things in life, living life with a spontaneous and adventurous spirit.
Cindy is survived by her son, Jared (Stephanie) Hansen of Jackson; grandson, Lucas Hansen of Jackson; brother, Darrell (Catherine) Newsome; Sisters, Linda (Dean) Mikkelson, Gloria Newsome, Crystal (Corey) Church. She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Debbie Newsome-Coffelt and Barbara Newsome.
A Funeral Service was held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at 11:00 a.m. at the Mills Funeral Home, Shelly-Odell Chapel, 518 S. Main Street, Eaton Rapids, MI 48827. Visitation was Tuesday at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m. and Wednesday one hour prior to the service. Interment took place in Munger Cemetery immediately following the service. Memorial Contributions may be made to Arbor Hospice, 2366 Oak Valley Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48103. To leave condolences for the family visit our website, www.millsfuneral.com.
Rex Nathan Scutt
Rex Nathan Scutt, age 65, of Bellevue, passed away on Friday, April 18, 2025 at his home.
Rex was born on May 13, 1959 to Richard and Clarabelle (Cribley) Scutt in Eaton Rapids, Michigan. He married the love of his life, Andrea Fernsler, on July 13, 1992. They shared 32 years together this year.
Rex was a hardworking man who spent more than 30 years working for Peckham as a material handler. He enjoyed bowling, going to Special Olympics, playing bocce ball, doing puzzles and word searches, coloring, and attending the Tuesday night program. Rex especially loved spending time with his friends and family. Some of Rex’s favorite memories was being cast as an extra in the movie Somewhere In Time, with Christopher Reeves as well as working on Mackinac Island one summer.
Those left to cherish Rex’s memory are his wife, Andrea; siblings, Richard (Claudia) Scutt, Shelly (Charlie) McGeehan, Cheryl Cutler; sister-in-law, Kim (Tracy) Fernsler, as well as many other loving family and friends.
He is preceded in death by his son, Blake Allen Scutt; and parents, Richard and Clarabelle.
Memorial contributions in Rex’s name are suggested to the Special Olympics. https://support.specialolympics.org
John Grover Woodworth
With profound sadness and love, we share the passing of John Grover Woodworth who departed this world on Saturday, April 19, 2025, at the age of 73, surrounded by loved ones. Born in Charlotte, the son of Charles and Donna (Moore) Woodworth. John lived a life full of grace, kindness, and quiet strength. He was a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, known for his generosity, sense of humor, and unwavering support for those around him. Whether it was through a warm smile, a comforting word, or a helping hand, John made a lasting impact on everyone he met.
Growing up on the family farm from a young age, John learned how to work hard. After graduating from Eaton Rapids High School, John earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Dairy Science from Michigan State University. He then took ownership alongside his brother of the family dairy farm. Shortly after John lost both his father and brother, he sold the farm and began working as a Loan Officer for the Department of Agriculture. John was a true Arborist; over the years he has planted countless trees on his property as well as gifted trees to family and friends to plant and enjoy. He also found joy in working on his family’s ancestry, bird watching from his deck, and gardening. In recent years his passions became difficult due to a genetic disorder that made John powerchair bound. John still found a way to enjoy his passions from his powerchair. Above all John was proud of his children and grandchildren.
John is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Susan Woodworth; children, Nicholas (Brandon) Woodworth, Elizabeth (Joshua) Kujawa, and Matthew (Yuly) Woodworth; step-children, Caroline (Robert) Shrier, Ian Love, and Fiona (Brian) Love-Johnson; grandchildren, Alyssa, Quin, Elijah, Jacob, Aaron, Avery, Issac, Ellery, Olivia, Aria, Chloe, and Isabella; sisters, Marion (Dennis) Mayne, Zoe Ann Davis; and dear cousin, Carl Woodworth. He was predeceased by his parents; brothers, Mike Woodworth, John David Woodworth; and brother-in-law, Lindell Davis.
Friends are encouraged to support John’s family by sharing memories on his Tribute Page at www.prayfuneral.com. His family is planning a Celebration of Life under his beloved trees for a later date this summer. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to Elara Caring Hospice, Spinal Muscular Atrophy Foundation, or the Arbor Day Foundation. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
May John rest in peace, and may we carry his light with us always.