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Gotts, Terry L.
Mason, MI
Age 57, died unexpectedly February 14, 2003. He was born in Muskegon, MI., May 13, 1945, to the late Orville and Helen (Jackson) Gotts. Terry received a B.A. in Mathematics from Kalamazoo College, an M.A. and D.A.G.S. (Degree of Advanced Graduate Studies) in Statistics and Probability from Michigan State University. Terry enjoyed a 31 ½ year career at the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) serving as the Division Administrator of the Intermodal Policy Division, Bureau of Transportation Planning. Terry’s training was in higher mathematics, and he began his career at highway research before turning his talents to transportation policy and finance. Terry was nationally known as a leader in transportation policy and was widely respected by his peers. Terry served on a number of National and State level committees on issues pertaining to funding and legislative issues. Terry served the citizens of Michigan as a key leader in shaping the policies affecting Michigan’s transportation revenue at the federal and state level. He was instrumental in helping Michigan bring $310 Million annually in additional funding for Michigan’s roads and bridges. Among his numerous awards and achievements, in 1996, Terry received the prestigious Directors Award for outstanding achievement to the department. His vast wealth of knowledge and positive attitude are characteristics his employees and colleagues will miss. His legacy will live on throughout the history of MDOT. Terry is survived by three very special furry companions; Dharma, Sir Yancy Wigglesworth, and Walter, in-laws Betty and Emerson Russell of Holt, Aunt and Uncle Linnea and John Slager of Muskegon, and cousin Marcia (Dale) Welch of Grand Rapids. He is most deeply missed by his wife of thirty-one years, Lillian.
Terry, a warm, wonderful, and loving person, wrote the following poem to his wife for their anniversary.
To Lil, on our 30th
July 3, 2001
We started life together
In nineteen seventy-one,
The organ in the chapel played
“We’ve Only Just Begun.”
What did we think was out there
As we said “I do” that day?
We knew that nothing could go wrong,
We’d get through, come what may.
No heartaches would bedevil us,
No problems cause us tears,
And we knew it would be that way
For at least eighty years.
We built a little paradise
For only us to share,
And knew that nothing bad or sad
Would dare intrude in there.
But trouble came in anyway,
Your job, my legs, your Dad,
And tension pulls from every side
Upon the life we’ve had.
I often say the wrong thing,
Or I’m thoughtless, or I do
Some silly thing to make you think
P’r’haps I don’t care for you.
But when that happens, I’m so sad,
I’m filled with deep despair,
‘Cause I wish I Had let you know
I treasure us as pair.
I love you just so deeply,
I trust you know it’s true,
I’ve wed you so completely,
I’m not me without you.
It’s such a long time, thirty years,
Yet such a short time, too.
And still, with all the ups and downs,
I’m still in love with you.
All My Love,
Terry
Friends and family will celebrate Terry’s life March 16, 2003 from 1:30 - 3:30 p.m. In Lieu of flowers, donations may be made to: Captial Area Humane Society, 7095 W. Grand River Ave., Lansing, MI 48906 or to A.L.F.A. Adult Day Services, 201 Hillside Court, East Lansing, MI. 48823. Arrangements by the Estes-Leadley Holt/Delhi Chapel.
Goudey, May Huels
Lansing, MI
Age 79, passed away on Tuesday, October 23, 2001. In the past few years, May dedicated her life to the care of her husband Charles as he has battled the challenges of Alzheimer's Disease. Mrs. Goudey retired from the M.S.U. Physiology Department, where she was an Administrative Assistant. A few of May's past interests were: singing on a Lansing Radio station in the 1940's as a member of Uncle Howdy's Choir, and singing the blues in a band. Mrs. Goudey was an active member of the Women's International League for Peace & Freedom, The League of Women Voters, and she spent much of her time during the 80's-90's as a peace activist. She was also a former member of Pilgrim Congregational Church, U.C.C. May was preceded in death by her first husband, Edward J. Huels; daughter, Teddi Skoczylas; brother, Shelby Mortensen, and her parents, Renold and Ella Mortensen. Surviving are: husband, Charles F. Goudey; 2 daughters, Lavonne "Lonni" Huels of Waterford, Michelle Huels of TX; step-son, Donald Goudey; 3 granchildren, Jodie (Joe) Enriquez, Michael Skoczylas, Austin Azua; 3 step-grandchildren, Charles D. (Bobbi) Goudey, Daniel B. (Carre) Goudey, and Peter J. (Patti) Goudey; 11 great grandchildren; sister, Gladys (Lewis) Martin; brother, Robert (Kay) Mortensen; sister-in-law, Madeleine Huels; brother-in-law, Charles (Geri) Stickeney, along with several nieces & nephews. A funeral service was held on Friday, October 26, 2001 at 12:00 p.m. at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. The family received friends at the funeral home on Thursday, from 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. with a prayer service at 7:00 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, or Women's International League for Peace and Freedom.
Grabow, Kenneth Michael
Lansing, Michigan
Born April 13, 1958, passed away February 27, 2005. He is survived by his wife Marcelyn, son Sean, daughter Tracy, mother Joy Slabaugh, father John Grabow, and brothers Erik, Roy, and Terry. Ken grew up in East Lansing and graduated from LCC with degrees in photography and medical radiography. He worked as a radiology technician in the Lansing office of Dr. Richard Ferro. Ken will be remembered for his zest for living, quick wit, love of gardening and the outdoors, especially Lake Michigan beaches, and for his music and photography. A memorial service will be held on Friday, March 4, at 2:00 P.M., at Edgewood United Church in East Lansing. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the family for the benefit of the children, at Case Credit Union, The Grabow Children's fund, P.O. Box 22158, Lansing, MI 48909. Arrangements by the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.
MacLaughlin, Alan J.
East Lansing, MI
The world has lost a phenomenal gentleman. Alan was a benchmark for what a "gentleman" should be. Alan J. MacLaughlin, owner and operator of MacLaughlin Music, passed away on April 23, 2003, at the age of 91. He was born on March 25, 1912 in East Islip, NY, the son of John B. and Carolyn (Wheeler) MacLaughlin. Alan was a member of the Civitan club and a lifelong member of the Episcopal Church. His life was filled with music. He taught music, directed the church choir and played in the marching band at MSU. His talents also led to traveling with various bands throughout the USA, playing trumpet in "the pit" for silent movies in theaters in Chicago and with the band on the Mississippi Queen River Boat. During the depression he traveled both peninsulas of Michigan setting up music programs in schools were there had been none. He was preceded in death by his wife of 65 years, Annabel Townsend, on November 1, 2000. Also preceding him in death were his four older sisters, Gertrude Hatt, Geraldine Clark, Dorothy Morrison, and Persus Earl and 2 nieces, Jane (Douglas) Townsend Wedley and Kathy Townsend. Alan is survived by Nieces and nephews, Barbara Licht of California, Barbara Stanley of Ontario, Jackie Isaac of Burton, MI, Maddie Aho of Fenton, MI, Carol (Andy) Townsend of East Lansing, Judy (Rick) Palmgren of Holly, MI, Jeannie (Rex)Townsend-Taylor of Rockford, MI. Thomas Townsend of Las Vegas and Carl Townsend, Jr of Lansing area, as well as a sister in law, E. Jeanne Townsend of Rochester Hills, MI, and his many close friends including those from the Marquette where he has resided the past 2 years. Alan's wonderful sense of humor will be greatly missed. He never lost that sense of humor. He always had a "story" and enjoyed hearing new ones, even laughing at jokes during the past week of his life. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, April 28, 2003 at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel, with the Rev. Dr. Gordon Weller of St. Paul's Episcopal Church officiating. Interment will follow in Deepdale Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Monday at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to American Heart Association or St. Paul's Episcopal Church, in memory of Alan J. MacLaughlin.
Grabow, Walter H.
Lansing, MI
Age 94, passed away on October 5, 2002. He was born on September 5, 1908, in Lansing, and has been a lifelong resident. Mr. Grabow was employed at Fisher Body for 20 years. He was a member of Lansing Lodge #196 B.P.O. Elks where he was the manager and secretary, retiring in 1974 after 26 years. He was also associated with M.S.U. sports publicity for 40 years. He was preceded in death by his wife, Genevieve in 1997, and daughter-in-law, Helen Grabow. Surviving are: 2 sons, Brother Gregory Grabow of Oxford, MI and Daniel Grabow of Lansing; 3 grandsons, Patrick (Faith), Daniel (Colleen), and Robert; 2 great granddaughters, Baileigh and Brooke Grabow; several nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, October 9, 2002, at St. Gerard Catholic Church, 4437 W. Willow Hwy., Lansing, with Rev. Fr. John P. Klein as celebrant. The rite of committal will take place in Mt. Hope Cemetery. The family will receive friends at the church from 12:00 Noon until service time on Wednesday. Memorial contributions may be made to The Ralph Young Fund, C/O M.S.U. in memory of Walter H. Grabow.
