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Rodney Klink
Rodney William Klink, 51, a longtime resident of Eaton Rapids, passed away peacefully this day in the year of our Lord, Aug. 21, 2007. Words cannot express the sadness and joy that comes with saying goodbye to this father, brother, and friend to all who had the privilege of making his acquaintance. Sadness in saying goodbye and never again being able to sit and talk on a quiet summers night. Joy in knowing that the commitment he made in giving his life to the one who is able to save, will indeed give him an eternal peace that “will pass all understanding.”
Rodney was an excellent athlete who truly loved playing the sport of baseball and softball. This talent was seen at an early age with his being elected to the Little League Hall of Fame in Georgia in 1968. Rodney’s love of playing ball continued throughout the years playing in various softball leagues in the Eaton Rapids area with both family and friends. Those that had the pleasure of playing with Rodney will always be able to reflect and think on what a great player he was, but also on what a wonderful example he was for sportsmanship to those he was in opposition. If you did not have the pleasure of playing ball with Rodney, you surely must have been a partaker in his profession of cooking.
For many years, Rodney could be found early in the morning cooking and serving to many of the Eaton Rapids residents at various eating establishments throughout the area. Having been a partaker of Rodney’s cooking, he was always eager to inform that he had “added something new to the menu!” It was all good. Not only did he serve in the kitchen, he also served others when he started his own painting business a number of years ago. One could always be assured that if you hired Rodney to paint you were going to get a fair price and was going to be done to the best of his ability. Rodney’s life was a life exemplary of service to others in all that he did. His life of humility and kindness would be a hard act to follow.
He is survived by one daughter, Frankie Lynn Reynolds of Eaton Rapids; step-mother, Rose Klink of Lansing; brothers and sisters, Sherry King of Eaton Rapids, Michael (Beth) Klink of Middletown CT, Randy Klink of Eaton Rapids; step-brothers and sisters, Darrell Garnsay of Narrow Lake, Dorothy Garnsay of Eaton Rapids, Jason (Amy) Garnsay of Eaton Rapids, Bud Garnsay of Enid, OK, Curt (Linda) Garnsay of Nashville, TN; and several nieces & nephews.
Memorial services were held Saturday, Aug. 25, 2007 at the Robbins United Methodist Church, Eaton Rapids.
In closing, Rodney’s family would like to express their deep and heartfelt thanks to all who helped giving of their time and effort during his brief, but devastating illness. It is hard to fathom what the family would have done without the unselfish love and concern given to one who only cared about doing for others. A special thanks goes out to one young woman that brought an enormous amount of joy to Rodney these past years. That woman is his daughter, Frankie. If Rodney were able to write one final goodbye to anyone, it would be to Frankie. So Frankie, this writer, based on past conversations with Rodney, wants you to know that your father says goodbye to you and he loves you with an eternal love. He thanks you for doing the very best that you could in his time of need and only hopes the best for you. You were, and are, the love of his life.
Arrangements were by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids.
William Klink
William Charles Klink, age 72, of Lansing, died Sunday, February 25, 2007 in Lansing. William was born October 23, 1934 in Eaton Rapids, the son of John Luman and Luella Ann (Spalding) Klink. He retired from the U.S. Air Force after serving in both the Korean Conflict and Viet Nam. Bill worked as both an aircraft mechanic and a farmer.
Preceded in death by his brother, Robert, he is survived by his wife, Rose (Thornton) Klink children, Sheryl Lynn King, Rodney William Klink both of Eaton Rapids, Michael Charles (Beth) Klink of Middletown, CT, Randall Gene Klink, Dorothy Whiting, Darrell Garnsay, Jason (Amy) Garnsay, all of Eaton Rapids, Gary “Bud” Garnsay of MS, Curt (Linda) Garnsay of TN; 14 grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren; brother, David (Donna) Klink of Lansing; 2 sisters, Elizabeth (Richard) Wright of Mason, Edith (Jim) Zeitz of Stockbridge; sister-in-law, Carolyn Klink of TX and several nieces and nephews.
A memorial service was held Feb. 28, 2007, at the Community Christian Church, 317 W. Knight Street, Eaton Rapids with Rev. Stephen Klink officiating. A luncheon followed at the VFW National Home for Children, 3573 S. Waverly, Eaton Rapids. Arrangements were by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids.
Geraldine Knapp
Geraldine Knapp, 96, of East Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, died Tuesday, Nov. 27 in Lansing after a long and fruitful life. Geraldine was born Sept. 27, 1911 in Windsor Township.
She graduated from Eaton Rapids High School as Valedictorian in 1929. With honors, she earned her AB degree from Albion College in English, French and Speech. She was involved in the East Lansing Child Study Club as treasurer and president, Women of People’s Church as president and treasurer of her Circle, University Club and Faculty Folk of MSU as treasurer. Gerry will be remembered for her loving and kind ways and her thoughtfulness.
Preceded in death by her husband, Gerald (Gerry) Knapp on January 28, 1993, she is survived by her two daughters, Linda Schnake and Willa (Norm) Kersten; grandchildren, David (Michele) Schnake, Joy (J Edward) Knowles, Lisa (John) O’Keefe, Steve (Carolyn) Kersten; and 13 great grandchildren.
A memorial service was held at the family home on Dec 2. Arrangements were by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Memorial contributions may be made to the People’s Church Endowment Fund.
Joyce Knoll
Joyce Ann Knoll, 68, of Bellevue, died Nov. 15, 2007 at Select Specialty Hospital in Battle Creek. She was born July 18, 1939, the daughter of Leon and Sarah (Stine) Cook in Kalamo.
Joyce worked at A. E. Hoover Universal in Charlotte as a painter for 22 years and then worked at Flex-N-Gate as a machine operator for 10 years, retiring in 2001. Joyce enjoyed all holidays, but especially Halloween; she enjoyed working in the garden and in her yard; she also liked drawing and oil painting. She also enjoyed garage sales, antiques, traveling, sailing and hunting and fishing.
Joyce was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Dawn Hayes; granddaughter, Amy Jo Bursley; stepsons, Tim Knoll and Norman Knoll and three brothers.
She is survived by her children, Terrie (Ike) Bursley of Bellevue, Candy Carroll of Hastings, Philip Mead of Mancelona and Thomas (Shannon) Mead of Battle Creek; step daughter, Debbie Armstrong of Sun City, California; step sons, Lowell Knoll of Ogden, Utah, Richard Knoll of Mesa, Arizona; 14 grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary (Gerald) Augustine of Marshall and numerous nieces and nephews. She also leaves a special friend, Charles Barry of Bellevue.
Interment at a later date at Riverside Cemetery.
Memorial donations may go to the American Lung Association.
The family is being served by Shaw Funeral Home, Lehman Chapel, Bellevue.
Ada Rogers Kottkamp
Ada Letha Rogers Kottkamp passed away April 29, 2007 surrounded by her family at her residence in Lake Odessa, at the age of 89. She was born March 13, 1918, daughter of Harvey and Bertha (Clark) Snyder.
Ada was a member of the Sunfield United Methodist Church. She loved to fish and especially loved Ice fishing.
She was preceded in death by both her parents; her husbands, Clifford Rogers, and Fred Kottkamp; three brothers, Clare, Murel, and Ralph Snyder; son in law, Wayne Powell; son, Charlie Kottkamp.
Surviving are children, Cecil (Jeannine) Rogers of Mulliken, Yvonne Powell of Harrison, Duane (Dorothy) Rogers of Bullhead City, AZ, Dale Rogers of Lake Odessa, Jim Rogers of Charlotte, Janet Bedwell of New Whiteland, IN, Carol Unversaw of Moorseville, IN, and Kenny (Connie) Kottkamp of Franklin, IN; 18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; and eight great-great-grandchildren; sister, Glenna Eldred; sister-in-laws, Ruby, Irene, and June Snyder.
Funeral services were held May 2, 2007 at the Sunfield United Methodist Church. For those wishing, contributions may be made to: S.P.Y.âs Scholarship fund (Fund for Youth), or Sunfield United Methodist Church; c/o RFH P.O. Box 36 Sunfield, MI 48890.
The family is being served by the Independent Family Owned Funeral Home in Sunfield, Rosier Funeral Home.
Beth Kozicki
Beth Ann Kozicki, 41, of Charlotte, MI, died April 19, 2007. Beth Ann (also known to many as Babe, Mama, Mom, Beulah, Miss BetAnn and Beth the great!) was born on May 19, 1965 and made her transition to the other side on April 19, 2007.
We know and believe as a family that she was welcomed with open arms by God and our ancestors. Beth Ann was quite a dame while she walked on this earth. She nurtured and fed many people along the way. She had immeasurable strength and love for those she touched. Her soul-mate, friend, lover, husband, Dave; sons Bryan and Bobby; and daughter Elizabeth will truly miss her physical presence in their lives. She was the best sister anyone could ask for to Dawn and Robin. Her mother, Nadine, will always be proud of her strength. Ma-Lorraine will be forever grateful for the gift of sharing with Beth. Those to the east, south, west and north who were touched by her dynamic presence will forever have Beth Ann stories. For that, we will all be grateful for having been touched by such a beautiful individual that she was. Look out for us down here. Thank you for your love and strength.
A memorial service was held on April 28, 2007 at the Five Corners Church, 4012 Marshall Rd. in Charlotte, with Reverend Marten Saunders officiating.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Lorene O. Kreischer
Lorene O. Kreischer, 87, of Springport, passed away Friday, Jan. 19, 2007 under the loving care of her family and hospice.
Lorene was a wonderful mother and grandmother who worked for 20 years as a waitress.
She was preceded in death by her husband, James; one sister; and three brothers.
Surviving are her five children, Milo (Inez), John (Mabel), Robert (Mary), Leonard (Margaret) Kreischer and Linda (Kenneth) Cook; 12 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren, three great-great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews.
Cremation has taken place and there will be no services. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 South Cochran, Charlotte, MI 48813.
Arrangements are being handled by the J.C. Adams Funeral Home, Springport Chapel.
Edna Krizek
Edna Ruth Krizek, 92, of Charlotte, formerly of Ithaca, N.Y., passed away Feb. 23, 2007 in Charlotte. She was born June 17, 1914 in Concord, N.Y.
Edna graduated from the South Otselic Central High School in 1932. Edna enjoyed many family activities including homemaking and gardening.
She was the daughter of the late Grace and William Fuller of DeRuyter, N.Y. Her brothers Jim, Ned, Ross and John and her sister Margaret predeceased her. Her husband, Tony Sr. died in 1995.
Edna is survived by her three children, Tony (Sheri) Krizek Jr. of Roscoe, Ill. Allen (Amy) Krizek of Charlotte and Sally Beebe of Copiague, N.Y; and five grandchildren.
Contributions in Edna's memory may be made to the charity of one's choice, including the Eaton County Medical Care Facility Foundation. Funeral services were held at 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 28 at the E. C. Wagner Funeral Home in Ithaca, N.Y. Burial will be in the Lakeview Cemetery, Ithaca, N.Y. when weather conditions allow.
Local arrangements by Burkhead-Green Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Michael James Kundrat Jr.
Michael James Kundrat Jr. of Hohenwald, Tenn., formerly of Potterville, died April 30, 2007.
He was born in Osage, W. Va. the son of Michael and Mary (Jakubik) Kundrat Sr. Mr. Kundrat worked for General Motors until his retirement. He was an army veteran serving in Korea and Vietnam.
He was preceded in death by an infant son; his parents; and sisters, Mary Tichnell, Ruth Thomas and Iileen Siel.
Survivors include his wife, Betty (Fife) Kundrat of Hohenwald, Tenn.; children, Patrick (Karen) Kundrat of Potterville, Martha (John) Reid of Lowell, Lana (David) King of Woodbridge. Va., Bruce Kundrat of Jackson and Mike (Shellie) Kundrat of Charlotte; step-children, Kimberly (Jack) Stutts of Charlotte, Debrah Barr of Baltimore, Md., Dale (Debra) Barr Jr. of Olivet and Brett (Angela) Barr of Holt; brother, William Kundrat of Dimondale; sisters, Christine (Harry) King of Osage, W. Va., Kay Denny, and Betty Ward, both of Lansing; five grandchildren and five step-grandchildren; many nieces and nephews.
Services were held May 4 in Hohenwald, Tenn. Arrangements were handled by the McDonald Funeral Home in Hohenwald.
