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Pate, Bette O'Brien
East Lansing, MI
(Formerly of Owosso)
Age 92, passed away on Wednesday, October 31, 2001. She was born on June 27, 1909 in Stratford, Ontario, the daughter of John Joseph and Grace (Lamb) O'Brien. Bette graduated from Durand High School and married Clare "Red" Pate in 1932. Red was a well-known barber in the Owosso area, he preceded her in death in a 1958 boating accident. Bette is survived by: daughter, Pamela (Charles) Jennett of Lansing; son, Michael (Rose Anne) Pate of Wawautosa, WI; grandchildren, David, John, Claudine and Brien; great grandchildren, Cory, Coco, Andrew and Ashley. She was preceded in death by: husband, Clare; 1 sister; and 3 brothers. A memorial service was held at 11:00 a.m., Friday, November 9, 2001 at Christ church Episcopal in Owosso, with the Rev. Dr. Gregory A. Tournoux officiating. Inurnment will follow at a later date in Lakeview Cemetery in Howell, MI. Donations may be made in Bette's memory to Burcham Hills Health Center. The family would like to express their appreciation to Burcham Hills for 9 years of loving care for Bette.
Violet (“Vie”) Nina Anderson (nee: Bigelow)
Lansing, MI
Vie crossed over on January 12, 2003, at the age of 95. She was born in Mancelona, Michigan, on February 13, 1907. She was preceded in death by husbands, Bob Tellschow and Tony Anderson; and best friend, Alice Chadwick. It was a pleasure to be around Vie…she was always a happy-go-lucky person and tremendous fun; her zest for life carried over to everyone who knew her. Her kindness to animals was unparalleled. Vie was a great card player, bowler, and golfer. I'm sure she will join up again in a golf foursome with Alice, Ardy, and Fern on the other side. She was retired from Diamond REO after 24 years in service. A special thanks to Beverly Young who looked after and cared for Vie so lovingly for over ten years in her home. Arrangements are being made by Estes-Leadley Funeral Home Holt/Delhi Chapel. A graveside service will be in the mausoleum at Deepdale Memorial Gardens at 10:00a.m. on Thursday, January 16, 2003. For those wishing to honor Vie's love of animals, in lieu of flowers, a small tax-deductible donation could be made to Pet Support Services, Inc., P. O. Box 18041, Lansing, MI. 48901-8041.
Moore, Lana Angel
Portland, MI
Age 59, devoted wife of 39 years, and beloved mother, grandmother, daughter and sister passed away May 16, 2002. She was born on April 10, 1943 in Lansing, the daughter of Archie and Margaret Tarpoff. Lana was a 1961 graduate of Lansing Eastern High School, having been active in several organizations, and attended Valparaiso University at Valparaiso, IN. She was married to Edward Moore on May 19, 1963, during her lifetime she volunteered as a Girl Scout leader; was an active Ionia County 4-H horse leader for several years and initiated the Portland High School Equestrian Team in 1980. She was a longtime active member of the American and Michigan Quarter Horse Assoc. Lana was recently retired from the Portland Public Schools Food Service dept. after 20 years of service. One of her greatest joys was spending time with her grandchildren. Surviving are: Husband, Edward; Daughter, Stacey (Matthew) Doumit of Mason; Son, Edward (Cynthia) Moore of The Woodlands, TX; 4 Grandchildren, Hannah Rose and Katherine Margaret Doumit, Samuel Edward and Elizabeth Ann Moore; Parents, Archie and Margaret Tarpoff of Haslett; 4 Sisters, Linda Heldman of Scottsdale, AZ, Leslie Peterman of East Lansing, Lori Tarpoff of Holt, Lisa Tarpoff of St. Joseph; Nieces and Nephew, Amy Heldman, Steven and Susie Peterman. A Memorial Service will be held at 4:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, 2002 in the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, 325 W. Washtenaw St., Lansing with Pastor Rodney Schwab of the Hope Lutheran Church, Portland officiating. The family will receive friends at a memorial visitation at the funeral home from 5-8 p.m. Monday. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Sparrow Foundation c/o the Regional Cancer Center, P.O. Box 30480, Lansing, MI 48909-7980.
Anderson, O. Carroll
Lansing, MI
Age 71, loving and devoted husband, father and grandpa, passed away on April 5, 2002. He was born on May 22, 1930 in Broxton, GA. Mr. Anderson was a retired union carpenter with Local #1004 and was a member of Christ United Methodist Church. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, serving in the U.S. Navy, and was a member of the Capitol City Post #12, American Legion and the 40 Et 8. Surviving are: his wife of 49 years, LaVonne; daughter, Debbie (Henry) Wagemaker; son, Michael (Gina); 8 grandchildren, Garrett, Christopher, Andrew, Katelyn, Ryan, Marc, Tyler, and Nick; sister, Evelyn (Bill) Hersey; brother, George (Marilyn) Anderson; brother-in-law, Keith (Dorotha) Stone; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jay Anderson; and brother-in-law, Robert Stone. A funeral service was held at 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, April 9, 2002 at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel, with the Rev. M.E. Walworth, Jr. officiating. Interment followed in Deepdale Memorial Gardens. The family received friends at the funeral home from 6-8 p.m., Sunday and from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., Monday. Memorial contributions may be made to Christ United Methodist Church, in memory of Carroll Anderson.
Samuelson, Caroll A.
Lansing, MI
Age 88, passed away at his home on January 8, 2003. He was born on June 4, 1914, in Tustin, MI, and has lived in the Lansing area most of his life. Mr. Samuelson was a member of Holt Baptist Church, and had been employed at Kahres Dairy Farms, and Michigan Animal Breeders Corporation, retiring in 1978. He was a dairy farmer and cattleman all of his life. Surviving are: his wife of 54 years, Ruby; son, Larc (Merry) Sanuelson of Lansing; daughter, Virginia (Bob) Knox of Winder, Georgia; 6 grandchildren, Sheila, Shane, Shamay (Jeremy) Katy, Pete; 4 great grandchildren, Daniel, Rebekah, Jacob, Wesley; siblings, Clarence, Florence, Helen, Madeline. He was preceded in death by brother, Art; parents, Sven “Andy” and Carolina “Lena” Samuelson, who came here from Sweden. A funeral service will be held at 12:00 noon on Saturday, January 11, 2003 at Holt Baptist Church, 2020 Dean Avenue, Holt, with the Rev. Thurman Payton and Robert F. Knox, Jr. officiating. Interment will follow at Maple Ridge Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. on Friday. Memorial contributions may be made to Holt Baptist Church or Ingham Hospice, in memory of Caroll A. Samuelson.
Francis, Dorothy M. “Dot”
Grand Ledge, MI
Age 84, passed away on Friday, September 10, 2004. Born in Wayne, Michigan April 2, 1920 to Frederick and Margaret (Theis) LeCureux. Dorothy was known as “Dot” by many area pilots. Dot had a lifelong love for flying, having soloed on May 8, 1939 in a Welch NC-22301. In 1959 she married Gerald C. “Jerry” Francis. Together they owned and operated Francis Aviation at Capitol City Airport until 1973. Prior to World War II, Dorothy obtained her instructor rating and trained many pilots who later flew throughout the war. Francis Aviation received many honors for pilot training during the war years. Francis Aviation became one of the largest Beechcraft aircraft dealerships in the nation after World War II. Throughout the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, and 70’s Francis Aviation served central Michigan with a “full-service” aviation operation and delivered many Beechcraft airplanes all over the Country as well as some overseas. A number of these deliveries were made by Dorothy through rain, snow and sleet. That was “Dot”. She loved flying and became an accomplished acrobatic pilot, performing in numerous air shows. Dot also enjoyed oil painting, gardening and the Alaskan hunting trips she and her husband took. Dot loved animals, especially her dog, “Penny”. Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald. C. “Jerry” Francis on November 29, 1994. Surviving are four sisters and one brother: Lorraine MacKenzie; June Donagan; Beverly LeCureux; Caroline (Brooks) Bergerson and Ted LeCureux; numerous nieces and nephews along with special friends Jean Kolbel, Skip & Marianne Strong, and Dick & Carol Dinkel. A special “Thank You” to Jane Elsinga, all of Dot’s caregivers, Margene Feldpausch, R.N., Hospice of Lansing and employees of Alterra. Per her wishes no services will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be made to the Capitol Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand River, Lansing, MI 48906 or to Hospice of Lansing, 6035 Executive Dr., Suite 103, Lansing, MI 48911. Arrangements by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
Larner, Douglas Lance
"Boo"
Lansing, MI
Doug was born in Lansing, Michigan on January 9, 1967, beloved son of Doyle and Deanne Larner. Doug was a graduate of Lansing Everett High School and attended Lansing Community College pursuing his lifelong love of art. As an avid collector of music and movies Doug often shared his passions with those around him. Doug's mark will be forever left on so many songs, which for so long have brought joy to his family. Love of friendship and competition fashioned Doug into a lover and participant in many sports, especially bowling. In 1998, at Pro Bowl West, family and friends witnessed Doug bowl a perfect 300 game. Doug was employed by Mulholland Investments where he excelled as a Maintenance Tech. Doug's greatest achievement, however, was not what he had accomplished but rather who he was. Doug was a wonderful son, a compassionate brother and most of all the kindest and most loving friend one could ask for. Our beloved son, brother and friend went to be with our Lord on November 9, 2001 after a courageous battle with illness. Doug was 34. Douglas is survived by his parents, Doyle (Jane) Larner and Deanne Larner of Lansing; brothers, Danny (Bridget), Darin (Bernadette) and Dennis (Kimberly) Larner; sister Delane (Greg) Boog; and fiancé Karen Banish. Doug is also survived by grandparents, Hazel Larner and Lucille Norris; one aunt; and one uncle. Eight nephews and one niece will also dearly miss "Uncle Boo". Memorial services in honor of Doug were held on Wednesday, November 14, 2001 at 11:30 a.m., at Pennway Church of God (1101 E. Cavanaugh, Lansing, MI 48911), with Rev. Dick Latham and Rev. Roger Hamilton officiating. Visitation for friends was conducted on Monday, November 12, 2001 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., and again on Tuesday, November 13, 2001 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, arrangements for contributions can be made by calling the Amputee Coalition of America at 1-888-267-5669.
