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Beatrice Finney
Beatrice Maybelle Finney, 83, of Charlotte, went to be with the Lord on Saturday, Dec. 1, 2007 at her home. Beatrice was born Feb. 27, 1924 in Tyrone, PA to Walter Franklin Ross (deceased 1981 in Altoona, PA) and Violet Mae McMullen (deceased 1952 in Altoona, PA).
Beatrice graduated from Altoona Area High School in June 1942. On April 20, 1959 she married George Elmer Finney in Altoona, PA and stood by him until he passed away on April 12, 1980. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister, aunt, friend, and Christian. She was a longtime member of Capitol City Baptist Church in Holt. She was a member of “Ladies Bible Class” and was class secretary for four years.
Beatrice is preceded in death by her parents, husbands, one brother, Richard (Gail) Ross; one nephews, Roderick (Rebecca) Rice; and one great grandson, David Andrew (Finney) Maier, still born on April 15, 2007.
She is survived by two sons, Leon (Renee) Finney of Charlotte, and Larry (Wanda) Finney of Lansing; two daughters, Shirley (Edward) Carley of Midlothian, VA, and Marion (Jon) Griffin of Vermontville; 19 grandchildren, Nicole (Jeremy), Jessica, and Jeffrey (Paige) Finney, Jonathon (Danielle), Kristi, Amanda, and Michael Finney, Erik and Ashley Williams, Vanessa, Renee, and Jonathin Griffin, David, Rebekah, Bethany, Amelia, Georgeena, and Matthew Carley, Michele (James) Black; three great grandchildren, Noah Finney and Annie and Jimmy Black; two brothers, Russell (Dora) Ross and Gene (Jackie) Ross; two sisters, Gloria (Jack) Jackson and Shirley (Wayd) Dunkle and by many nieces, nephews and cousins.
Funeral services were held at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home on Dec. 5, 2007 in Charlotte with Pastor Jeffrey Dunkle (nephew) of Manheim Grace Brethren Church in Manheim, PA. Interment was at Maple Hill Cemetery immediately following the service.
The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be made to Eaton Community Hospice in memory of Beatrice M. Finney.
Robert Fisher
Robert E. Fisher, Sr. (Bob), of Orlando, Fla., formerly of Charlotte, passed away due to heart failure on July 15, 2007, in Davenport, Fla., at the age of 69. He was the son of Virgil and Vivian Fisher.
Bob belonged to The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. He retired from Oldsmobile in Lansing.
He was preceded in death by daughter Mary Elizabeth; parents, Virgil and Vivian; and brother, Charles.
He is survived by Sharon Fisher, his loving wife of 44 years; sons, Richard and Robert, Jr.; daughters, Jackie (Mike), Kyre, Kim (Eric) Anderson, Cissy (Chad) Reindahl; grandchildren, Richard F., Maggie F., Jamie K., Cassie K., Jennifer F., Chris F., Zack A., Brittany A., Skylar A., Paizley A., Taylor R., Kelsey R.; great-grandchildren, Alex F., Jayden K.; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews.
No service is planned. Cards may be sent to 1235 Birch Creek Dr., Orlando FL 32828.
Arvil E. Floyd
Arvil E. (Pappy) Floyd, 80, of Charlotte, died Jan. 3, 2007. Mr. Floyd was born Feb. 18, 1926 in Burnside, Ken., the son of Velver and Lottie (Daniels) Floyd.
He was preceded in death by his first wife, Rose Floyd; daughter, Cindy Blackburn; and second wife, Edna Floyd.
He is survived by his sons, George (Sandy) Floyd of Dry Ridge, Ken., John (Nancy) Floyd of Jeffersonville, Ken., Glenn (Judy) Floyd of Martin, Ken., Rick Floyd of Jeffersonville, Ken.; 20 grandchildren; 25 great-grandchildren and loving friend, Doris Sternaman.
A graveside memorial will take place at a later date.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Mary Agnes (Cummins) Fogle
Mary Agnes (Cummins) Fogle was called home to the Lord at sunset on Aug. 25, 2007. If there are angels on earth, she was one. She is reunited with her high school sweetheart and husband of 64 years, Glenn who passed away October 31, 2004.
She is survived by nine children, daughters, Joyce and husband Dennis Page of Denton, TX, Mary Joan and husband David Roby, of Denton, TX; sons, James Fogle, David and wife Peggy Fogle, Michael and wife, Jill Fogle, all of Denton, TX, Thomas and wife JoAnne Fogle of Charlotte, MI, Anthony and wife, Linda Fogle of Tucson, AZ, Joseph Fogle of Grand Prairie, Stephan and wife Grace Fogle of San Antonio, TX; brother Art Cummins of Columbia City, IN; 15 grandchildren; 23 great grandchildren and 1 great-great grandchild.
Mary was a woman of uncommon strength, indomitable spirit and extraordinary determination. No stranger to adversity, she lost her own mother at age 5 and helped her dad and six brothers and sisters on the family farm while going to school. At the age of 26, with four children at home, she watched as her husband enlisted in the Army to do his part in WWII. She supported his decision and more than held down the fort until he returned.
Even in the darkest hours of illness or difficulties, she remained optimistic and never lost her sense of humor. Mom always wanted to know the truth of things, no matter what. When told of her final illness, she said, “well, that’s what you get when you get older … or just too good looking.”
She was a favorite relative in our extended family and among our friends. No matter how many months she was already feeding, there was always room for one more, especially if they came armed with a quick wit and a sense of humor. More often than not she would not only do the cooking, but linger at the table to share in the fun. Her smile was infectious. Her laugh brightened the room. Just having her there made the gathering so much more special. She was quick to hug you but also quick to let you know when you were out of line. She loved you without reservation, but she also expected you to stand up and be counted: to do more than your share and to serve as an example of goodness, politeness and mercy. All things that exemplified her life.
Deeply religious, her faith was the guiding light of her life. She was very active in church societies and only missed Mass when illness intervened.
Mom loved all things small and beautiful: new born babies, baby goats, flowers, birds and the smell of new cut hay. We will miss her terribly, but are forever grateful to God for having given us the perfect mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, great grandmother, great-great grandmother, sister, cousin, aunt and friend.
A Mass of Christian Burial was held at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 29 at the Immaculate Conception Catholic Church with Father James Flynn officiating.
Visitation was Friday, Aug. 31 at the Baird-Freeman Funeral Home in Portland, IN. A graveside service was held at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 1 at the Kessler Cemetery in Chattanooga, OH.
Memorials may be made to Denton Relay for Life – American Cancer Society, Immaculate Conception Catholic Church Building Fund, 2255 N. Bonnie Brae, Denton, TX 76201 or charity of choice.
Thea Folsom
Thea Folsom, of Charlotte, beloved wife and mother, joyful grandmother and thoughtful daughter, sister and aunt joined the saints at rest on June 30, after a brave battle against cancer.
Born in Holland, MI in 1949, Thea graduated from Charlotte High School in 1967, where she was the editor of the school yearbook and has since helped organize many class reunions.
In 1970, she married Edward Folsom, Jr. and they were blessed with two children, son Clay and daughter, Sarah. Thea was heavily involved in both the life of the Charlotte Christian Reformed Church, serving as the organist for 45 years, and her community. For over 20 years she worked for the investment firm of Edward Jones, proving to be an outstanding branch office administrator and business associate. This past year, Thea's passion for her family was enriched by the arrival of a grandson, and the news of her son's pending marriage.
Thea confessed Christ, loved all children, was an accomplished cook, excited traveler, Good Samaritan, and enjoyed all things beautiful and elegant.
She is survived by her loving husband of 37 years, Ed; son Clay (fiancée Stacey Friesner) of Brighton, MI; daughter Sarah (Ryan) Barrett of Lake Orion, MI; grandson Andrew Barrett; parents Albert and Marjorie Bytwork of Grand Rapids, MI; brothers Tom (Donna) Bytwork of Adrian, MI., Terry (Viola) Bytwork of Portland, OR., and Bill (Debbie) Bytwork of Hudsonville, MI., and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held at 11 a.m. July 5, at the Lawrence Ave. United Methodist Church followed by interment in Maple Hill Cemetery. Visitation was held at Burkhead-Green Funeral Home.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Ave., Charlotte 48813, or the Charlotte Christian Reformed Church, 421 State, Charlotte, 48813, in memory of Thea Folsom.
Vance Forshey
Vance Barth Forshey, of Sunfield, passed away Saturday, Dec. 29, 2007 in Grand Rapids, at the age of 66.
The family received their friends on Wednesday Jan. 2, 2008 at the Rosier Funeral Home, Mapes-Fisher Chapel, Sunfield. Funeral services were held Thursday Jan. 3, 2008 at the funeral home.
Contributions may be made to Gilda's Club C/o RFH P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890.
Funeral arrangements were made by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield: Rosier Funeral Home.
Albert Foster
Albert James Foster, age 97, of Hastings, died June 16, 2007. Mr. Foster was born February 14, 1910, the son of Andrew and Ethel (Cramer) Foster.
He was a Navy Veteran with two tours of duty, South China Sea Patrol and WWII. He also worked for Lansing Fire Department #4 until 1953 and later served as a volunteer fireman in Charlotte until 1972. As an entrepreneur he opened Foster’s Bottle Gas Company in Charlotte where he worked until his retirement in 1972.
He is survived by his wife of 67 years, Bercie; daughters, Linda (Jim) Firebaugh of Union Hall, VA and Karen (Jim) Serrels of Bellevue; five grand children; 15 great grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren.
Funeral services were held June 19, 2007 at Pray Funeral Home with Reverend Martin Saunders officiating.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Barry Community Hospice or American Cancer Society.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
John Fox
John William “Jack” Fox, 83 of Potterville, died Thursday, Aug. 2, 2007 at Ingham Regional Medical Center in Lansing. Jack was born June 22, 1924 in Mt. Pleasant, the son of Floyd Swain and Bellma Rose (Lloyd) Fox. Jack had been a dairy farmer until 1966 and owned and op0erated the J & L Service Station and wrecker service for many years. He was most proud of the Benton Township Volunteer Fire Department and was a firefighter for 43 years and has been its Fire Chief for 27 years. He was a Past Pastor of the Leslie Masonic Lodge and was currently a member of the Masonic Lodge #70 of Mason, a member of the Order of the Eastern Star and the Potterville Lions Club. Jack was a hard worker and worried about everybody else being taken care of, especially his wife, for whom he would drive across the county to get her something she wanted or needed.
He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Lenore (Jones) Fox; daughters, Sharon (Phil) Knapp and Suzanne (Scott) McArthur; six grandchildren, John (Kerry) Scutt, Malissa (Anthony) Russo, Steven Scutt, Brad Heinze, Randy (Linda) Heinze and Michelle (Scott) Finkhouse and seven great grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his son, David John Fox.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Aug. 7, 2007, at the Potterville High School with Rev. Paul F. Bailey officiating. Interment was in the East Rives Cemetery in Rives Junction, Mich.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Potterville Benton Township Fire Department Jack Fox Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
