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Doyle Brown
Doyle R. Brown Sr., 74, died peacefully at home surrounded by his family, Tuesday, June 17, 2008. Mr. Brown was born Aug. 22, 1933 in Lansing, the son of Franklin and Opal (Thurlby) Brown.
Doyle was a Korean War Veteran serving in the Air Force for 14 years, from July 24 1952-Nov. 29, 1966. He retired from Oldsmobile in 1987. Doyle was an avid stock car racer in his earlier years. He enjoyed traveling, fishing and gardening. He would share his harvest of vegetables with family and local stores.
He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Grace E. Brown; daughter, Debra; parents, Franklin and Opal Brown; sister, Yvonne Simpson; brother, Donald Brown and son-in-law, Mark Potter.
He is survived by Grace Anne Brown of Eaton Rapids, Monica (Tom) Starin of Charlotte, Doyle Brown, Jr. of Rockford, Charles (Sue) Brown of South Carolina, William (Karen) Brown of Vestaburg, Patty (Matt) LaFond of Morley, Dean Brown of Eaton Rapids, and Bonnie (Andrey) Ruskov of Potterville; 12 grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren with one on the way.
Memorial Services will be held 3 p.m. Monday, June 23, 2008 at the American Legion, Charlotte. Interment will be at Deepdale Cemetery, Charlotte.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Margaret “Muggy” Caroline Buche
Margaret “Muggy” Caroline Buche, age 71, of Springport passed away Tuesday, May 27, 2008 in Lansing. Margaret was born January 27, 1936 in Parma Township, Jackson County, MI, the daughter of Clarence and Evelyn (Ridgeway) Buche. She was very devoted to her nieces & nephews. Margaret was preceded in death by her brothers, Jim Buche, Robert D. Buche, and sister, Edith Lindsey.
Surviving are 2 brothers, Pete Buche, and Lawrence (Audrey) Buche, both of Springport; her nieces and nephews, Janet Lindsey, Sharon (Dick) Rodgers, Theresa Strader, David (Teresa) Lindsey, Jeff (Della) Lindsey and Tina (Kurt) Fatheree, Annette (Rob) Ackley, Jodie Buche Brown, and David (Kecia) Buche; many grand nieces & nephews; and great grand nieces & nephews.
Graveside services will be held 10:00 a.m. Friday, May 30, 2008 at the Springport Cemetery, Springport with Rev. Marty DeBow officiating. Arrangements are by the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, Eaton Rapids. Those desiring may make memorial contributions to Mid-Michigan Hospice House, St. Lawrence Campus, in memory of Margaret Buche. www.shellyodell.com.
Sherron Ann Bugbee
Sherron Ann Bugbee of Onondaga went home to be with her Lord on Monday, February 18, 2008 at the age of 65. She was preceded in death by her parents and her first husband, Thomas Bugbee, Sr.; son, Wesley; two brothers, Melvin and Leslie Benson, Jr. and stepbrother, Paul Benson.
She is survived by her husband of 14 years, James Bugbee; five children, Laurel (Gary) Wandel, Catherine (Bill) Sheldon, Rebecca (Thomas) Scott, Thomas (Lisa) Bugbee, Jr., Richard (Amy) Bugbee; 17 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; two step-sisters, Dora Campbell and Donna Mohr, and numerous nieces and nephews. Sherron was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, sister and sister-in-law; she will be greatly missed by all who knew her.
Funeral services were held at the J.C. Adams Funeral Home, Leslie Chapel on February 22, 2008 with the Rev. Arthur Salisbury officiating. Interment followed at Onondaga Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Ingham Regional Medical Center or to the Thoracic and Cardiovascular Institute.
Mary Burkett
Mary Burkett, 71, passed away on May 5, 2008. She was born Marian Frances Matheney on Aug. 23, 1936 on a farm in Tuckerman, Arkansas. She moved to Charlotte with her parents Clifford and Pearl Matheney when she was 11 years old.
Mary met Robert Frank Burkett at a high school dance and she married the love-of-her-life on Sept. 27, 1952 at the First Baptist Church of Charlotte. They lived near Kalamo until Bob went into the army in early 1953. Mary followed her husband to Atlanta, Georgia; Yuma, Arizona; and Colorado Springs, Colorado while he served in the army. Mary and Bob eventually purchased the family farm on Kalamo Hwy., in 1960; and in 1965 they also purchased a cabin on the Chippewa River and spent many vacations and holidays with family and friends there over the years. In 1994, they sold the farm to their son Dan and moved to Charlotte.
Mary always stated that her family was the center of her life, and she was the rock that held our family together. Mary's first-born son, Joey, was born on June 18, 1955. He was very sick, and passed on one month later. Her other children are Dena and Tedd Hendon, Denise Burkett, and Dan and Jackie Burkett. She had five children that loved her as dearly as she loved them. Mary was also blessed with four additional joys - her grandchildren Courtney, Tyler, Ainsley and Brandon that loved her and will miss her very much.
Mary has participated in many hobbies and clubs over the years. With her husband, she has been involved with boats, classic cars, motorcycles, MG cars, Reatta sports cars, and antique tractors. She was also involved with Model A cars and the Model A Chic's. During the last few years Mary has especially enjoyed wearing period clothing during Model A Club activities. Her hobbies included reading, playing cards, and antiquing. She has collected several sets of depression glass and hot chocolate sets over the years.
However, whenever you think of Mary you will always remember her amazing food. Mary enjoyed cooking and baking and feeding friends and family all her life. Desserts were her specialty; a few of her signature dishes were lemon meringue pie, apple pie, oatmeal pie, German chocolate cake, and all types of cookies. Mary spent a majority of her life baking and enjoyed every minute of it, especially when it was all ate and was asked for more.
Mary has fought several diseases over the years, including rheumatoid arthritis, fibromyalgia, and pulmonary hypertension. She overcame incredible odds while managing her health. Often she was taking the newest medicines in the hopes of achieving some relief from pain.
Mary was deeply loved by her husband of 55 years; her children; her grandchildren; her family and her friends and she will be missed by all of us, forever.
Claire Busch
Claire Ann Busch (McNamara) passed away on Sept. 12, 2008, at her home surrounded by her loving children. She was born on July 23, 1938 in Escanaba, Mich., a daughter of Francis and Alice McNamara.
On May 16, 1959 she was married to Edward Busch in Manistique, Mich. They spent 42 fabulous years together. Claire's greatest love was her family. She was an avid golfer; her passions were endless and included hiking, traveling, morel hunting, kayaking, fishing, tennis, music, boating, the Upper Peninsula, and the beauty and splendor of the great outdoors.
Claire had a dynamic personality and led an inspiring and fulfilling life. She lived and celebrated each day as a gift, embracing each and every day with zest and zeal-her smiles and laughter contagious, and her love of life and to do "more" each and every day was truly endless.
Claire was preceded in death by the love of her life - her husband, Eddie; her parents, Francis and Alice McNamara; and her brothers, Patrick and George McNamara.
She is survived by her loving children, Brad (Donna) Busch of Stanton, Stephen Busch of St. Helen, Lisa Busch of Lansing, and Jennifer (David) Dixner of Howell; and her beautiful grandchildren, Megan (Ryan), Joshua Busch, Timothy Busch, John Edward Dixner and great-grandson Conner Brown.
Claire is also survived by her loving sisters, Dawn Herzog, Anne (Dale) Turner, Gloria (John) Dobernick, Betty McNamara; numerous endearing nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles, and so many wonderfully cherished lifelong friends.
Claire was a strong, loving, and supportive mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, friend, and mentor. She was a precious gem exuding tremendous spirit each and every day. Her loving and radiant outlook will be greatly missed by all.
The funeral mass was held at St. John Student Parish, 327 MAC, East Lansing, on Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2008. Visitation was held Monday, Sept. 15 at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Lansing.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in honor of to St. Francis De Sales in Manistique, Mich.
Helen Butler
Helen Ona Butler, 79, died Feb. 19, 2008 in Nashville, MI. Mrs. Butler was born May 7, 1928 in Nashville, MI the daughter of Orl and Marie Sophia (Peterson) Everett.
Mrs. Butler worked for Kellogg's for 28 years. She enjoyed crocheting, baking cookies and doing for others. Mrs. Butler and her husband enjoyed going to Leesburg, Florida.
She is survived by her husband, Robert; daughter, Arlene Endsley of Bellevue; son, Alvin (Susie) Butler of Nashville; grandchildren, Lisa, Jeff, Jamie, Emily and Joel and nine great-grandchildren.
Respecting her wishes, cremation has taken place. There will be a small family memorial service at the farm on Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008.
If desired, memorial contributions may be made to the Bellevue Historical Society.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Sandra Byrd
Sandra Byrd, 57, of Lake, MI died Tuesday, Feb. 19, 2008. Mrs. Byrd was born Sept. 5, 1950 the daughter of Herbert and Arlene Shaw.
She was preceded in death by her father, Herbert Shaw.
She is survived by her husband of 32 years, Jack; daughters, Tanis (Jerry) Quick and Holly Gouin; grandchildren, Jake and Katie; mother, Arlene Shaw; brother, Doug (Susan) Shaw; brother, Richard (Barbara) Shaw and sister, Diane (Neal) Gee.
Memorial services will be 6 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 24, 2008 at the First Congregational Church in Eaton Rapids with Pastor John Metcalf officiating.
Arrangements by Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.
Robert Warren Bywater
Robert Warren Bywater, age 69, of Eaton Rapids, died Friday, June 13, 2008 at his residence following a terminal illness. He was born July 21, 1938 in Lansing one of 11 children born to Walter H. and Clara (Humphrey) Bywater. Mr. Bywater served in the Army and was stationed in Germany from 1957 – 1959. He worked as a Crankshaft Repairman for General Motors, serving over 30 years of service at Oldsmobile’s Plant #3 and was a member of the U.A.W. Local #652. Bob enjoyed fishing and hunting, cutting wood and mowing his lawn, he loved his cats and spending time with family especially his son Bobby. Preceding him in death was his son Billy Joe Bywater and a grandson Jeffrey Scott Bywater.
Surviving are his wife of 37 years, Juanita; 6 children, Shirley (Rory) Spurlock of Anchorage, Rick (Mona) Bywater of Georgia, Jake (Kimberly) Bywater of Colorado, Sue (Steve Hall) Mathis of Sumner, Robert (Jennifer Hicks) Bywater Jr. of Eaton Rapids and Simonie Bywater-Hicks of Perry; 11 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; sisters, Yvonne and Doris and numerous nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be held Thursday, June 19th at 1:00 p.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids with the Rev. Sam Graham, officiating. Burial will follow in the Dimondale Cemetery. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m.
