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Natalie Kebler
88 of Potterville, died Saturday, May 07, 2005 at the Eaton Community Hospice House in Charlotte. Mrs. Kebler was born November 7, 1916 in Lansing, Florida, grandchildren Andy (Kirstie) Almy and Erick (Jennifer) Almy, Paul Kerr, Mark Kerr, William Lee Kebler, great grandsons Avery and Matthew Almy, and sisters-in-law Velma Kebler and Ruth Bohucki. She was preceded in death by brothers Mirs Bohucki, John Bohucki, and Steve Bohucki. Funeral services will be 1:00 p.m. Monday, May 9, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Rev. Ray Raycroft officiating. Interment will be in Deepdale Memorial Gardens in Lansing. Visitation will be Sunday from 6-9 PM. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice.
Eldred P. Toutant
"Tout", 85 of Charlotte, died Saturday, May 07, 2005 at his residence. Mr. Toutant was born December 11, 1919 in Onaway, Texas, Amy (Andrew) Smith of Charlotte, son David (Sally) Toutant of Battle Creek, and grandchildren Ellie Toutant, Phil Toutant, and Austin Smith. Funeral services will be held at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 10, 2005 at the First Congregational Church in Charlotte with Pastor Phil Hobson officiating. Interment will be in Maple Hill Cemetery in Charlotte. Visitation will be Sunday 7-9 and Monday 3-5 and 7-9. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to The Charlotte First Congregational Church UCC, or The 7th Grade Camp Scholarship Fund of the Charlotte Public Schools.
Ruth Wood
loving wife, mother, and grandmother, died May 8, 2005 in Charlotte, Michigan, died Tuesday, May 10, 2005. Mr. Bradley was born April 14, 1922, in Chester Township, the son of the late Frank Bradley and the late Carrie (Whelan) Bradley. As a senior at Charlotte High School, Russell earned the State Champion Title in both Cross Country and the Mile Run. He was a local farmer and also worked for Wilcox-Gay in Charlotte. He continued farming until his passing. He had been a school board member for the old Quantrell School. His hobbies included bird watching, photography, and woodworking. He particularly enjoyed the many family gatherings. He is survived by his wife of 57 years Dorothy (Schunemann) Bradley; daughters, Linda (Ray) Peterson, Sharon (John) Franks, sons Dale (Jane) Bradley, Ivan (Beverly) Bradley, daughter Connie (John) Bobcik, sons Glen (Judy) Bradley, Roger (Lynda) Bradley, 14 grandchildren, 2 step-grandchildren, 2 great grandsons, three sisters, Ruth Wright, Doris Kent, and Esther Friel. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers Arthur, Paul, and Elmer Bradley, and sister Frances Canfield. Funeral service will be 1:00 p.m. Saturday, May 14, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte, with Rev. Karen Wheat officiating. Interment will be at Gresham Cemetery in Charlotte. Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Friday at Pray Funeral Home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the American Diabetes Association or the Alzheimer's Association.
Marie L. M.(Gesse) Shafe
age 94, of Olivet, Illinois the daughter of Johannes F. and Antke M. (Eilers) Suntken. She was a very sweet lady who enjoyed whistling and was an accomplished musician. She is survived by several nieces and nephews and two step-daughters. Graveside services will be 1:00 p.m. Friday, May 13, 2005 at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing, with Rev. Courtney Suntken officiating.
Arthur D. Plaunt
70, of Charlotte, Alabama, Debbie Mullinix of Lake City, MI, and Helen Kay of Michigan. Visitation will be Saturday 7 - 9 p.m. and Sunday 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice.
Sandra Bullock
64 of Bellevue, went to be with her Lord on June 1, 2005. She was dearly loved by her husband and three sons, who were her pride and joy. Sandra loved life to it's fullest and loved everyone, especially her extended families. She respected and loved the personnel at Marshall Oaklawn Hospital, you treated her like the lady she truly was. Sandra and I have a special place in our hearts for Dr. Shin and his staff at Oaklawn Hospital. There will be no services. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice House, 2675 S. Cochran Avenue, Charlotte, MI 48813.
Lori Dangler
40 of Charlotte, died June 1, 2005 as a result of an automobile accident. Mrs. Dangler was born January 9, 1965 in Detroit, Florida, and sister Lynn (Billy) Hedler of Highland Township. She was preceded in death by her father, and daughter Kimberly Delapaz in 1993. A memorial service will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 4, 2005 at the Charlotte Assembly of God Church, with Pastor Mark Woodbury officiating. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the family.
Dorothy Ellen Carpenter
age 72, of Charlotte, Vermontville, died Sunday, June 5, 2005. Mrs. Carpenter was born August 29, 1932, in Eaton Rapids, MI, the daughter of the late Carl Wood and the late Gladys (Norris) Wood. Dorothy retired from the housekeeping department of Eaton County Medical Care Facility in 1994. She enjoyed her grandchildren and family gatherings and cooking. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Carpenter of Greenville, MI; Frances (David) Spencer of Vermontville, MI; sons, Dale (Penny) Carpenter of Vermontville; Gary Carpenter and Debbie Thomason of Nashville, MI; 5 grandchildren, Joseph Carpenter, Nathan (Christy) Carpenter, Matthew Spencer, Kyle Spencer, Katelynn Spencer, and great granddaughter Alainna Carpenter; special niece, Charlene (Al) Perkins; sisters, Betty (Bob) Dilday of Dewitt, MI; Sharon (Russ) McManus of Eaton Rapids, MI; and brothers, Oscar "Pete" Wood of Charlotte and Jerry (Shirley) Wood of Eaton Rapids; sister-in-law, Donna Wood of Stanton; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Oren Carpenter in 1995; and brother Lawrence Wood. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Wednesday, June 8, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte with Pastor Richard L. Thorp officiating. Interment will be at Woodlawn Cemetery in Vermontville, MI. Visitation will be 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. Tuesday at Pray Funeral Home. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice House.
Dorothea Mutton
93 of DeWitt, Michigan, the daughter of Shirley and Ferol Vivian (Cook) Mutton. She is survived by nieces, Patricia (David) Arnold and Debbie Brezina; nephews, Robert Towner and Alan Towner; and great nephew Matt Towner. She was preceded in death by brother, Jack Mutton and sister Eleanor Towner. A memorial service will be held at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, June 15, 2005 at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte, with Rev. Becky Hiebert officiating. Interment will be in Deepdale Cemetery in Lansing.
Helen Torbet
61, of Beaverton, Michigan, the daughter of Carl Max and Katherine Lucille (Eicher) Guernsey. She is survived by her husband, Craig; son, Kevin Dotson; sisters Karlene Noverr of Santa Clara, Jensen officiating. Visitation will be Monday, 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society.
Laura (Drake) Dunkle
age 63, of Eaton Rapids, MI., died Tuesday, June 14, 2005, at her residence, following a long battle with cancer. Mrs. Dunkle was born July 19, 1941 in Pompei Ohio 43699-0086 in memory of Laura Dunkle.
Darlene Alice Finnie
56, of Charlotte, MI, died Wednesday, June 15, 2005. Mrs. Finnie was born April 8, 1949, in Woodstock, IL, the daughter of Paul Murdock and Alice (Pierson) Murdock. Darlene was a nurse and was an active member of Peace Lutheran Church. She was also a 4-H leader for 30 years. She is survived by her daughter, Shannon (Gerald) Chapman of Charlotte; sons, Alan (Lisa) Finnie of Hudsonville; Peter Finnie of Ann Arbor, MI; one grandchild; companion Bruce Milke; brothers, Dave (Judy) Murdock of Atlanta, GA; and Kevin (Savitri) Murdock. She was preceded in death by her husband Roger Finnie and brother Paul 'Buddy' Murdock. Funeral services will be 2:00 p.m. Monday, June 20, 2005 at Peace Lutheran Church, Charlotte with Rev. J. Todd Bruning officiating. Interment will be at Hillside Cemetery in Kalamo, MI. Visitation will be Sunday 2 - 4 and 7 - 9 p.m. at Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte. If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Peace Lutheran Church or the Alzheimer's Association.
Edward Warren Morey
85 of Charlotte, Michigan the son of Glenn and Anna (Denniston) Morey. He married Grace A. Mohre on Dec. 28, 1946 and they had three sons, Gary, Lance and Kirk. Following graduation from New York Life. His contributions to the community of Charlotte were many and varied, as were his interests in life. He was an active Rotarian, chair of the city's year long centennial celebration, a general chairman of Frontier Days, and a member of the Community Chest and United Way. Ed was interested in preserving the 1855 Eaton County Courthouse long before the county moved from it and lobbied long and hard to maintain it's historic integrity. He was the driving force in organizing Courthouse Square Association, Eaton County's local history museum. Ed is survived by his best friend and soulmate, Grace; sister, Claire Beechler; his three sons, Gary, Lance and Kirk Morey; and four granddaughters, Sasha, Heather, Alyxandria and McKenzie. He was preceded in death by his parents and sister Julia. A memorial service celebrating Ed's life will be held in Circuit Courtroom, Courthouse Square, 100 W. Lawrence, Charlotte, on June 25th at 2:30 P.M. If desired memorial contributions may be made to Courthouse Square Association.
