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John Adams
John Q. Adams, 64, of Charlotte, died Saturday, Nov. 15, 2008 at the Sparrow Health Systems in Lansing. Mr. Adams was born July 13, 1944 in Charlotte, the son of Clarence W. and Geraldine (Hawley) Adams and had been a life resident of the Charlotte area.
He had been employed in the construction industry and later in the distribution of the Lansing State Journal and the Charlotte Shopping Guide.
He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Bill Adams and Ronald Adams and his sister, Ramona White.
Surviving are his wife, Bonnie Lee (Moore) Adams; daughters, Sharon Adams of Florida, Julie Phares of Battle Creek, Erica (Omar) Limas of Olivet and Geraldine (Allen Bearden) Adams of Charlotte; step-daughter, Elsie (Randy) Hayes of Charlotte; four step-sons of Battle Creek; 18 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren and three nephews.
At Mr. Adams request, cremation has taken place. There will be no visitation. No services will be held at this time.
Arrangements by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Pauline Adams
Pauline Marie (Clem) Adams, of Vermontville, formerly of Hastings, passed away Saturday, May 3, 2008, at the age of 96. She was born April 5, 1912 in Richland Township, Ind., the daughter of Arthur E. and Martha M. (Word) Struble. Pauline married Edward G. Clem on August 5, 1939; he preceded her in death on October 26, 1978. Then she married Kenneth J. Adams o March 11, 1988, he preceded her in death on June 30, 1995. Pauline enjoyed playing bingo. She loved playing with her great grandchildren. She enjoyed crafts, cooking, baking, and making homemade cookies and candies. She was known for her delicious peanut brittle. Pauline also enjoyed gardening especially her rose and vegetable gardens.
She was preceded in death by her parents; and son, Chuck Adams. Pauline is survived by her daughters, Phyllis (Ken) Christie of Charlotte, Joann Boyer of Battle Creek, Shirley (Bob) French of LaPorte, Ind., Laura Diaz of Hastings; daughter-in-law, Nancy Adams of Hastings; 16 grandchildren; 24 great grandchildren; 1 great-0great grandchild. Pauline will be sadly missed by her family and friends. A funeral service for Pauline was held Tuesday May 6, 2008 with Rev. Timothy Oyer officiating. Interment took place in Mt. Hope Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers donations may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice. Please sign Pauline’s register book at www.lauerfh.com.
Harry Allison
Harry M. Allison, 81, of Potterville, died Wednesday, June 25, 2008. Mr. Allison was born July 22, 1926 in Kokomo, IN the son of Walter and Lacey (Rayl) Allison.
A proud World War II veteran, Mr. Allison served with distinction in the U.S. Navy. Back home, he was an active, lifelong member of numerous community and veterans' organizations, including the VFW Post 2406 in Charlotte, American Legion Post 208 in Wyoming, and the Moose lodge. He served as the director of sales for Consumers Power Co. for 26 years before retiring in 1987. Mr. Allison was an avid golfer and bowler - as well as a devoted fan of the Detroit Tigers, Michigan State Spartans and his own Indiana Hoosiers.
He is survived by his wife, Viola; son, Victor (Janice Holly) Allison of Potterville; grandchildren, Robert (Michele) Allison, Paul (Annessa) Allison, Victoria (Jon Williams) Allison; great-grandchildren, Jacob and Julia Lehtonen, Miyah Jean Allison and Breonna Marie Williams.
Memorial services were held Friday, July 25, 2008 at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Sarah Friesen-Carper officiating.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com.
Mariella Ames
Mariella Ames, 75, of Charlotte, died Thursday, July 10, 2008. Mrs. Ames was born Oct. 25, 1932, in Hancock, MI, the daughter of Arthur and Helen Normand.
Mrs. Ames was very active in her church, Peace Lutheran. Her favorite pastime was playing games on the computer and keeping in touch with friends and family online and on the telephone. She lived most of her life in Munising until 2003 when she moved to Charlotte to live with her youngest daughter Kim. She spent about 10 years working with dogsled races in the Upper Peninsula. She had her own ceramic business and taught ceramic classes.
Mariella always managed to keep a smile on her face and had a positive outlook on every situation that came her way. She loved to ride EATRAN to go shopping or to lunch. She also loved to have her nails and hair done. She always had her favorite M&Ms in a bowl on her desk.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Cecil Ames in 2004 and her sister, Joyce Beauchaine.
She is survived by her daughters, Kimberlee (Bruce) Bailey of Charlotte, and Beth (George) Gustack of New Baltimore, MI; son, William (Cathy) White of Independence, KY; stepdaughter, Rose Ames of Ortonville, MI; brother-in-law, Larry Beauchaine of Florida and brother Arthur (Vivian) Normand of Munising, MI; seven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Monday July 14, 2008 at the Peace Lutheran Church in Charlotte.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com.
John Aseltine
John Rae Aseltine, 63, of Olivet, passed away on May 17, 2008. Mr. Aseltine was born in Charlotte, the son of Elmer and Grace Aseltine currently of Lorado, Missouri.
John was retired from GM. He was an Associate Chaplin with Forgotten Man Ministries and member of Heritage Hills Bible Church. He was also an Army Veteran and belonged to the VFW.
He is survived by his wife, Margo; daughter, Mary (Wayne) MacKowiak of Cresthill, IL; son, Johnny ( Kristi) Aseltine of Stroudsburg, PA; daughter, Janice Aseltine of Vineland, NJ; son, Micah (Kim) Aseltine of El Paso, TX; son, Joshua Aseltine of Olivet; granddaughters, Tori and Katie Aseltine of Stroudsburg, PA; brother, Dave (Sally) Aseltine of Northwood, NH; sister, Dale (Larry) Stenberg of Maple Falls, WA; sister, Elaine Kettring, Gallatin, MO; In-laws, Jim and Wanda Riemersma of Holland, MI, Ruth Brink of Hamilton, MI, Bill and Nancy Jacobs of Hamilton, MI, Vicki Pullin of Mancelona, MI and numerous aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held Friday, May 23, 2008 at Heritage Hills Bible Church, Assyria, MI with Pastor Aaron Sommers officiating.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Forgotten Man Ministries, 3940 Fruit Ridge Ave., NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49502 or Streamside Christian Camp, RR3-Box 3307, Stroudsburg, PA 18360.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com.
Todd Bahr
Todd Bahr, 46, of Charlotte, died Wednesday, Dec. 24, 2008 at his residence. Todd was born Aug. 5, 1963 in Charlotte, the son of Charles and Jolene Bahr.
Todd was known as a gear head who loved to work on his car and his Harley, and was always willing to lend a helping hand.
He was preceded in death by his sister, Debbie Bahr in 1986.
He is survived by his parents; his son, Brandon (Ashton Burris) Bahr of Seattle, WA; sister, Candace Bahr, of Charlotte and his two nieces, Charlee Jo and Stevi Lynn. He looked forward to becoming a grandfather in June of 2009.
Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 29, 2008 at Pray Funeral Home with Pastor Randy Royston officiating. Interment was in Maple Hill Cemetery, Charlotte.
If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to the Siren Eaton Shelter.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. Online condolences may be sent to the family at www.prayfuneral.com.
Kay Baker
Born July 10, 1943 – Died Feb. 25, 2008
Daughter of the late Ray Ellsworth and Velma Moore. Also preceded in death by Brother Edbert Ellsworth Moore. She was very proud of her children, she loved and embraced her numerous friends and acquaintances. She enjoyed her grandchildren and great grandson, crocheting, cross stitching, and making boots and hats for newborns for area hospitals. Surviving is: sons, Mike Baker, Rick Baker, Eric Baker; daughter, Vicki (Ernie) Richardson; sister, Yvonne (Stan) Palmer and sister-in-law, Barb Moore.
Shane Ballard
Shane Michael Ballard, 30, of Casper, WY, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 23, 2008, after a 14-month battle with testicular cancer.
He was born Oct. 27, 1977, in Houston, TX, to Sandra Bennett. Shane later moved to Charlotte and Mt. Pleasant, MI. He attended schools in Charlotte and Mt. Pleasant, later moving to Casper were he and Kristi Gearhart married on Dec. 22, 2007. They had a beautiful daughter Jasmine Nicole. Shane loved spending time with family and friends. He spent most of his life working as a laborer in construction.
He loved the outdoors, camping, hunting, and also loved to fish with his late dog Jenny. Shane spent much of his free time with his family along with his dog, Jake. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed by all.
He was preceded in death by his grandmother, Shirley Brimmer; one aunt, Michelle Lamie; and one cousin, Heavenly Doty.
Surviving are his wife, Kristi Ballard, Casper, WY; daughters, Jasmine Ballard of Casper, WY, Tiffany and Hailey Todd of Lake Odessa, MI; sons, Skylar Ballard of Stockbridge and Cody Amsdill of Charlotte; mother, Sandra Bennett of Mt. Pleasant, MI; sisters, Chelesa and Lyssa Bennett of Mt. Pleasant, MI; grandfather, Lester Brimmer of Charlotte; six aunts, four uncles, three nieces, two nephews and his beloved dog, Jake.
Services were held Wednesday, Aug. 27, 2008 at Newcomer Family Funeral Home with Ellis Kaster officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Ballard Memorial Fund P.O. Box 52025, Casper, WY 82605-2025.
