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- Introduction to Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- A Brief History of Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- Services Offered by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- The Facility and Amenities at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- The Staff at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- Community Involvement and Partnerships
- Contacting Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
- Frequently Asked Questions
Introduction to Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel is a trusted and compassionate funeral home located in the heart of St. Johns, Michigan. With a rich history and a commitment to providing exceptional service, this funeral home has been serving the local community for generations. In this article, we will delve into the history, services, and amenities offered by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, as well as what sets them apart from other funeral homes in the area.
A Brief History of Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel
Founded on a foundation of family values and a deep understanding of the importance of honoring loved ones, Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel has been a staple in the St. Johns community for many years. The funeral home's roots date back to [insert year], when [insert founder's name] had a vision to create a place where families could come together to celebrate the lives of their loved ones. Today, the funeral home remains family-owned and operated, with a team of dedicated professionals who are committed to upholding the highest standards of excellence.
Smith Family Funeral Homes- St. Johns, MI - Osgood Chapel
Address: 104 East Cass Street, St. Johns, MI, 48879
Phone Number: 989-224-2365
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Noreen Jean (Dennis) Hunnicutt - March 09, 1935 - January 16, 2022
Departed: 01/16/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Noreen Jean Hunnicutt, age 86, of Carson City, MI, peacefully passed away Sunday, January 16, 2022, at her home.Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, at 1:00 P.M. with Dr. Brendan Holmquist. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. on at the funeral home.Noreen was born in Burton, Michigan on March 9, 1935, the daughter of Clifford W. and Mary Ann (Lacina) Dennis. Noreen loved her family. She was a great mother and homemaker. She dedicated her life to caring for her children and grandchildren. She also loved to spend time with her brothers and sisters.Noreen loved to have fun with her family. She enjoyed taking drives to look at the colors of fall and Christmas lights. Her family loved the stuffing she made for holiday meals. She liked to go camping and loved time around the campfire. Most of all she loved to sit in the sun.She is survived by 6 children: Steven (Cynthia) LeDuke of Carson City, MI; Lynne Thoma of St. Johns, MI; Patricia (Edward) Moggo of Ohio, Grant (Roxanne) LeDuke of Ovid, MI; Elizabeth (Joe) Stevens of St. Johns, MI; and Ivan (Suzie) Hunnicutt of St. Johns, MI; 16 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by 8 siblings: Gerald Dennis, Donald (Joette) Dennis, William Dennis, Mary Jane (Donald) Luckhurst, Linda Bearup, Kathleen Woolner, Janice (Larry) Long, and Rosemary (David) Bailey; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, son David Mark LeDuke, grandson Joshua Thoma, great- granddaughter Leighla Thoma, and 3 siblings: Michael Dennis, Thomas Dennis and Beverly Simmer.
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Wolodymyr "Walter" Pytlowanyj - November 27, 1924 - January 16, 2022
Departed: 01/16/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Wolodymyr “Walter” Pytlowanyj passed away on January 16, 2022 at the age of 97. He died peacefully in his home surrounded by his family.Wolodymyr was born in Koltiw, Ukraine on November 27, 1924, the oldest son of Evdokia (Skoczylas) and Wolodymyr Pytlowanyj. Due to the ravages of WWII, Walter was forced to flee his beloved homeland, and eventually came to live in a Displaced Persons camp in Germany. Fortune allowed him to obtain official papers to sail to America, and he arrived at Ellis Island on Columbus Day, 1949. In 1952 he proudly became a U.S. citizen. He eventually found his way to Lansing, Michigan where he acquired a job with Oldsmobile, from which he retired after 35 years of service. Additionally, he worked on his farm until his health began to fail. Married to his devoted wife, Jennie, for 70 years, he was the proud father of six children: Pearl (Nykola) Bartkiw, Wolodymyr Pytlowanyj, Jr., Steve (Deb) Pytlowanyj, Stephanie Pytlowanyj, Nicholas Pytlowanyj, and Maria (Jean-Pierre) Nahirnyj. Over the years his family grew to include 12 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents, and son Wolodymyr Jr., onebrother Stephan and sister Maria. Always a faithful and loving husband, he was a generous father and grandfather that served as a strong moral compass for his family. He knew and spoke five languages and maintained an active interest in the world around him. A deeply spiritual man, he was a member of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Catholic Church in Flint, Michigan and St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Johns, Michigan. "Vichnaya Pamyat!" (Eternal Memory.)A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 22, 2022, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI immediately following the service. Visitation will be held on Friday, January 21, 2022 from 2:00 - 4:00 & 6:00- 7:00 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI. A Parastas (Prayer Service) will be held at 7:00 P.M. Friday at the funeral home with Rev. Fr. Bohdan Rybchuk & Rev. Fr. Emilian presiding.Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church Educational Trust Fund, St. Johns, MI 48879. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Doris Marie (Thelen) Andrews - February 01, 1932 - January 15, 2022
Departed: 01/15/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Doris Marie Andrews, age 89, of St. Johns, MI, passed away into eternal life on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at Rosewood Adult Foster Care, DeWitt, MI, surrounded by her family.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, January 19, 2022, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, January 18, 2022 from 4:00-7:00 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI. A Vigil service and rosary will be held at 7:00 P.M. Tuesday at the funeral home.Doris was born in Fowler, Michigan on February 1, 1932, the daughter of Joseph W. and Anna (Werner) Thelen. She graduated from Fowler High School. Doris married Richard David Andrews on May 29, 1956 in Fowler, MI. Richard passed away on May 4, 2019.Doris formerly worked for Auto-Owners Insurance Company, food service at St. Johns Public Schools and at Sunshine Dry Cleaners. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church and Ladies Altar Society. She loved gardening, bird watching, serving the Lord, and especially spending time with her family.She is survived by her children: Ken (Karen) Andrews of DeWitt, MI, Shirley Clark of New Hudson, MI, Gary (Debra) Andrews of Eagle, MI, Donald Andrews of Lansing, MI, Linda Cremer of Mason, MI, Karen Wood of St. Johns, MI, Sharon (Kevin) Conley of St. Johns, MI, and Nancy Andrews of Lansing, MI; 21 grandchildren and 21 great- grandchildren. She is also survived by brothers: Stanley Thelen, and Francis (Jeanette) Thelen; sisters: Marie Fox, Loretta (Jerry) Halm, and Therese (Jules) Poirier; and sister- in-law Bertine Thelen, Marie Thelen, and Noreen Andrews; one aunt Sister Helen Werner; and many nieces and nephews. Doris was preceded in death by her husband Richard Andrews, parents Joseph and Anna Thelen, son Ronald Andrews, grandson Nicholas Cremer, granddaughter-in-law Meggie Andrews, great-granddaughter Allison Andrews, brothers: Jerome Thelen, Donald Thelen, Leon Thelen, Alvin Thelen and Paul (Mary Jane) Thelen, sister Betty (Raymond) Schafer, sister-in-law Evelyn Thelen and brothers- in-law: Bernard Fox, Lawrence (Norma) Andrews, Paul Andrews, and Clarence Andrews.The family would like to express their appreciation for the loving care given to Doris during her stay at Rosewood Adult Foster Care and also to the staff of Mid-Michigan Hospice.Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Education Trust Fund or Mid-Michigan Hospice. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Ethel May (Altvater) Kuhns - July 03, 1932 - January 15, 2022
Departed: 01/15/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Ethel May Kuhns, age 89, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Saturday, January 15, 2022.Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Friday, January 21, 2022, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 20, 2022 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home.Ethel was born in Ovid Twp., MI on July 3, 1932, the daughter of Frederick and Carolyn (Skapik) Altvater. She graduated from St. Johns High School with the class of 1950. She married Richard Kuhns on September 15, 1951, and he passed away on May 31, 1967.Ethel retired from the Michigan Public Health Department as a Data Coding Operator in 1996. She loved shopping, attending auctions and going out to eat. Ethel was very active taking care of her lawn and maintaining her home. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI.She is survived by her daughter Lisa Hollis and Jesse Villarreal of St. Johns, MI. She is also survived by many dear friends and extended family. She was preceded in death by her parents Fred and Carolyn Altvater, husband Richard, and her father & mother-in-law Lawrence and Evaline Kuhns.Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic Church for mass. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Lawrence James "Larry" Leiby - May 04, 1962 - January 11, 2022
Departed: 01/11/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Lawrence James "Larry" Leiby, age 59, of Maple Rapids, MI, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at his home with his family by his side.A Celebration of Life will be held at Maple Rapids United Methodist Church, Maple Rapids, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Saturday, January 15, 2022, with Pastor Kathy Leydorf-Keck officiating.Lawrence was born in Carson City, Michigan on May 4, 1962, the son of Melvin Chancy and Sharon Gertrude (Hastings) Leiby. Larry graduated from Fulton High School with the class of 1980, where he held many sports records. On June 21, 1997, he married Shari Lynn Henry at their home in Maple Rapids.He was an avid sports fan, especially golf and NASCAR. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, and being outdoors. Larry loved spending time with his family. He loved his dogs, Molly and Lexi. He enjoyed driving the back roads looking for wildlife.He is survived by wife Shari Leiby; his children: Lawrence and Emily Leiby II, Michael and Haley Leiby, Samantha and Kody Smith-Womboldt, Daniel (Goob) Leiby and Paige Kushion; grandchildren: LJ Philip, Abgail, Norah and Tucker Leiby, Pheonix and Emery Leiby, Hailie Smith-Womboldt; and his siblings Michael Leiby and Karrin Deal, Michelle Mosher, Mitch and Kelly Leiby, Lori and Karl Verwey; and step-father John Foster. He is also survived by brothers-in-law James and Bona Henry and Randy and Diana Henry and many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by father and stepmother, Melvin and Darlene Leiby, and his mother, Sharon Foster.Memorials may be made to Maple Rapids Ball Fields. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Rudolpho Albarez - December 28, 1979 - January 11, 2022
Departed: 01/11/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Rudolpho Albarez, age 42, of Ionia, MI, passed away Tuesday, January 11, 2022, at Sparrow Health Systems Sparrow Campus, Lansing, MI.Cremation has taken place and a celebration of his life will be held at a later date.Rudolpho was born in Lansing, Michigan on December 28, 1979, the son of Darrell Wampler and Janie Albarez. Rudy married Jodi Rogers on June 18, 2009, in Charlotte, MI.Rudy loved cooking for and feeding his family and friends. He enjoyed music, Michigan State sports, and UFC fight night with his friends and family. He was a member of The Young Turks and was a huge advocate for human rights.Rudy faced many health challenges throughout his entire life but he always continued to think of others and put their needs first. He will be remembered for his wicked sense of humor, his love of life, love for others and his heart of gold. His family was most important to him and he cherished time with his son Adrien whom he had an amazing relationship with.He is survived by his wife Jodi Albarez, son Adrien Albarez, dad Darrell Wampler, brother Derek Wampler, grandmother Bonnie Stansbury, grandmother Ramona Rodriguez, and grandmother Lois Bendt. He is also survived by many special aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. He was preceded in death by his mom Janie Albarez, daughter Alyse, two aunts: Debra Curtis, Mary Cortez, and his grandpas: Bill Stansbury and Leroy Bendt.
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Mark Daniel Baker - March 02, 1974 - January 05, 2022
Departed: 01/05/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Mark Daniel Baker, age 47, of St. Johns, MI, passed away unexpectedly from complications following surgery Wednesday, January 5, 2022, at Sparrow Hospital, Lansing, MI.A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022, at 1:00 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, with Pastor Tyler Barlage officiating. Visitation will be held on Saturday, January 15, 2022 from 11:00 A.M. – until the time of service.Mark was born in Carson City, Michigan on March 2, 1974, the son of Victor Baker and Vicky (Curns) Searles. He graduated from Harrison High School with the class of 1993. Mark had a passion for riding quads (4-wheelers). He enjoyed cooking and using his family as guinea pigs for new recipes! They will remember his pigs in a blanket, "trailer trash" tater-tot casserole, and hot chili. He liked to fish and hunt. He had many friends and loved to talk to them on the phone. He was a mechanic both professionally and in his free time. There wasn't anything he couldn't fix other than the crack of dawn and a broken heart. Most of all, he loved to spend time with his daughter.Mark is survived by daughter Kelsie Baker, mother Vicky Searles, siblings: Vic (Sheila) Baker, Katrina (Jeff) Pease, Jeremy Baker, and Charlie Witherell; and many nieces and nephews.
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Joan Freda Huhn - July 02, 1937 - January 04, 2022
Departed: 01/04/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Joan Freda Huhn, age 84, of DeWitt passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 4, 2022. She was born on July 2, 1937 to Elizabeth and Arnold Cook in Ionia, MI. She married Carl Huhn on May 9th, 1964. They were married for 56 years living together on their family farm while raising their two children; Anne and Mike. Joan worked for Michigan State University in her early years as a secretary in the food science department.Joan dedicated her life to working on the farm where she could always be found driving a tractor, tending to her flowers, or working in her garden. She enjoyed raising her children and assisting her grandchildren in all of their 4-H projects. She would spend countless hours with her grandchildren working on sewing projects or trying out new recipes. She loved going for bike rides around the farm and looking at all of the different flowers. She was also an avid painter and would spend lots of time with her grandchildren teaching them while watching Bob Ross tutorials. She loved to travel with her children and to see her grandchildren all across the country. When she would travel, you would always find her collecting flowers that she would bring home to press that you would someday receive in a birthday or anniversary card.Joan was preceded in death by her parents Arnold and Elizabeth Cook, her siblings: Julius Cook, Marie Cook (Harvey), Norman Cook, Revella Cook (Lawless), Lorraine Cook (Pohl), and William Cook. She is survived by her husband, Carl Huhn, her two children: Anne (Foster) Kurburski of Harbor Springs and Mike (Kim) Huhn of DeWitt; sibling and brother-in-law Wilma (Cook) and Francis Trierweiler, sister-in-law Marie Cook, as well as her eight grandchildren: John, Elizabeth, Emily, Katie, Peter, and Luke Kurburski, and Andrew and Joanne Huhn, she is also survived by lots of nieces and nephews.Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, January 10, 2022 at 11:00 A.M. at St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Johns, MI, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams presiding. Burial will take place at DeWitt City Cemetery in DeWitt, MI. Visitation will be held on Sunday from 6-8 P.M. with a Rosary being prayed at 7:00 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, and again on Monday, January 10, 2022 from 10 a.m. until the time of the service at the funeral home.
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Richard Wayne Fenby - March 01, 1937 - January 03, 2022
Departed: 01/03/2022 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Richard Wayne Fenby, age 84, of Big Rapids, MI, passed away on Monday, January 3, 2022, at his home with his wife right by his side.Funeral Services will be held on Friday, January 7, 2022, at 11:00 A.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, with Pastor William Hooper officiating. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI. Visitation will be held on Thursday, January 6, 2022 from 2-8 P.M. with the family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home.Richard was born in Lansing, Michigan on March 1, 1937, the son of Charles F. and Gladys (Green) Fenby. Richard graduated from St. Johns High School with the class of 1955. He married Barbara Dean on June 20, 1964 at St. Peter Lutheran Church, Riley Township, MI.He retired from Oldsmobile as a Senior Project Technician after 47 years of service. Richard and Barb owned and operated D&B Party Shoppe now known as Mazz's Endzone Party Store in St. Johns for ten years. After raising their family in St. Johns and Richard's retirement they moved to Clear Lake in Big Rapids in 2001.Richard enjoyed attending the Detroit Auto Show every year. He also liked listening to jazz and country western music. Richard loved spending time with his grandchildren and attending their sporting events. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy for four years where he met many lifelong friends. He was a member of Chapel of the Lakes Lutheran Church, Mecosta, MI.He is survived by his wife Barbara Fenby of Big Rapids, MI; children: Kimberly and Pat Makara of Elsie, MI; Candace Fenby and fiancé Brett Cramer of Laingsburg, MI; Douglas Fenby of Lansing, MI; grandchildren: Lilly Makara, Patrick Makara, Marinna Makara, and Katherine Makara. He was preceded in death by his parents, siblings: William, Robert, Katie, Marge, and Doris, and many special nieces & nephews.
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William Craig "Spaceman" Harding - November 12, 1954 - December 30, 2021
Departed: 12/30/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: William Craig "Spaceman" Harding, age 67, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, December 30, 2021, at his home.A Celebration of Life will be held at a later date in both MI and FL.William was born in Providence, Rhode Island on November 12, 1954, the son of William and Raylie (Bowman) Harding.He served in the U.S. Air Force as an Airman Second Class in the Vietnam War.William enjoyed BBQ, Alabama football, and nature watching. He was a big time Star Trek fan. He enjoyed watching the trees change from summer to fall. He was an avid gardener who loved watering his flowers. William was an over the road truck driver for 22 years. He had a love for pets and was a proud member of the ASPCA.He is survived by his children: Keifer Harding and Shannon Holt of Owosso, MI; Amber Harding of Florida; Jade Harding of Florida; Christopher Aldridge of Arkansas; William Allen and Andie Lockwood of St Charles, MI; and Zackary Welsh and Shade Orton of St. Johns, MI; and 13 Grandchildren. He is preceded in death by his parents, wife Maritsa Harding, and one brother Robert Harding.Memorials may be made to the family. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Judith Pauline "Judy" (Mosne) Skea - October 20, 1927 - December 27, 2021
Departed: 12/27/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Judith Pauline “Judy” (Mosne) Skea, age 94, went to be with the Lord on Monday, December 27, 2021, at Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor in St. Johns, MI.Funeral Services will be held on Friday, December 31, 2021 at 11:00 a.m. at Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, with Rev. Shawnthea Monroe, of The People’s Church officiating, where Judy was a member. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, in St. Johns, MI. Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 30, 2021 from 2-8 p.m. with the family present 2-4 & 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home.Judy was born in St. Johns, MI, on October 20, 1927, the daughter of Stephen and Elizabeth (Lajda) Mosne. Judy was one of six sisters who grew up on a farm in St. Johns. She was a spunky gal by nature, and loved having a good time, and joke with people. People admired her tenacity and strength. She cherished her family and would give anyone in need a helping hand. She was a member of The People’s Church in East Lansing, MI.During and after graduating from Rodney B. Wilson High School, Judy worked as a telephone operator for the St. Johns Telephone Company, and loved her work. Later, she took a job for the State of Michigan as a Secretary at the Lewis Cass Building in downtown Lansing. She adored shopping at Jacobson’s in East Lansing, and Knapp’s, Arbaugh’s, and Hudson’s department stores. Judy always dressed to the tee in expensive clothing, shoes, and purses to wear to her jobs working for the State Highway Department for several years in Lansing, and then in Saginaw. She married Warren Rex Skea in 1959 in St. Johns, MI.In her later years she was employed at Michigan State University, working at different departments on campus, including: Rather Dorm, where she made many friends. She retired from Michigan State University’s History Department at old Morrill Hall, after 15 years. After retirement, Judy enjoyed going to summer concerts in the park in St. Johns, and watching parades in town. She also loved watching softball games at the park, watching the Detroit Tigers on TV, and going to a few Lansing Lugnuts baseball games in Lansing, with her family.Her hobbies were antiquing with her sister Ann, and enjoying craft shows with her sister June, and niece Stephanie; her favorite place was attending her sister June’s yearly birthday, and Christmas parties, where she brought her famous potato salad, and Spanish rice dishes. Judy loved taking her sister Emily, her great-nephew Michael, and his dog Molly the Schnauzer for rides in the car. Judy is survived by her sister June Toth of St. Johns, MI; nieces: Joan Martin of Lake Worth Florida; Sharon Donovan of Middleton, MI; Delana (Charles) Lewis of Owosso, MI; Stephanie (David) Skeels of St. Johns, MI; her nephews: Dennis (Donita) Sykora of New Hudson, MI; Stephen Toth of St. Johns, MI; great-nieces and nephews: Chad Lewis, Denise Sykora, Michael Sykora, Richard Donovan, Janae Cooper, Jamie Donovan, Steve Klaver, Christopher Klaver, Melissa Di Pasquali, and Katie Bradley. She will be dearly missed by her family, friends, and wonderful hardworking staff of Hazel I. Findlay Country Manor and hospice workers. God Bless You All!
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Colleen Van Nuck - July 20, 1927 - December 24, 2021
Departed: 12/24/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Colleen Van Nuck went to be with her Lord on Dec. 24, 2021. She was surrounded by family and passed away peacefully at her home. She was 94 years old. She was born Colleen Theresa Moore to Harry and Elsie (Hatzenbuhler) Moore on July 20, 1927 in Mt. Clemens, MI. She graduated from St. Mary’s High School at 16 years old. She entered the St. Joseph School of Nursing and Graduated as a Registered Nurse in 1948. She worked at St. Joseph’s and for Dr.’s Rifkin and Morris in Mt. Clemens.She married Allen Joseph Van Nuck on Oct. 16, 1948 at St. Peters Church, and was married for 69 years. They had 10 children: Heidi (Denis) Rogge, Terrence "Buzzy" (Nancy), Richard, Christine Morris-Silvestro, Christopher, Tamara, Pete (Martha), Paul (Dee), Craig and Kelly (Gary) Campbell. She had 16 Grandchildren, 29 Great-Grandchildren and 1 -Great-Great Grandchild. She is preceded in death by her 8 siblings; husband Allen, son Terry, and grandson John Ashby.Al and Colleen moved to Grayling, MI in 1972, where she worked at Mercy Hospital. They lived there 10 years and then spent 3 summers in Alaska. They moved to Sebring, FL. and lived there for 27 years, before moving to St. Johns, MI. in 2011. Colleen was a devout Catholic and enjoyed playing Bridge and Euchre, doing crossword puzzles, camping, singing, but most of all; she loved spending time with family and friends.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI. Memorials may be made to St. Jude Children's Hospital. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Shelley Kay Nabbefeld - June 15, 1958 - December 20, 2021
Departed: 12/20/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Shelley Kay Nabbefeld, age 63, of Lansing, MI, passed away Monday, December 20, 2021, at her home.Cremation has taken place and no services will be held at this time.Shelley was born in Lansing, Michigan on June 15, 1958, the daughter of Louis and Judy (Rodney) Nabbefeld. She graduated from DeWitt High School.Shelley loved jewelry and her cat Tinkerbell. She lived in Lansing on the Riverwalk and enjoyed spending time by the river feeding the ducks. She loved her grandchildren very much.She is survived by son Kevin Smith of St. Johns, MI, sister Stasi Edwards of Laingsburg, MI, grandsons: Devin Smith & Parker Smith of all of St. Johns, MI, niece Megen and Jason Barrows of Perry, MI. She was preceded in death by her parents and brother Buck Nabbefeld.Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Charles Arthur Wadell - February 15, 1940 - December 16, 2021
Departed: 12/16/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Charles Arthur Wadell, born February 15, 1940 in St. John’s, Michigan went to the Lord Thursday, December 16th, 2021. His pain and suffering from cancer has passed.Charles graduated Elsie high school in 1957 while only 17 because he completed two grades together at the local one room schoolhouse. He loved to read and to learn. He was a well-educated man without the benefit of a college degree. Charles lived history; born just after the Great depression and into the time of the Nazi occupation. He experienced rationing during WWII. He remembered his mother taking eggs to market to sell, him churning butter, surviving on potatoes, no indoor plumbing, and their big work horses.As technology advanced to the Elsie area, the Wadell family had a neighborhood phone with which they relayed messages to neighbors. Charles lived when neighbors needed help, help would be there right away. He grew up when handshakes were honored and there was no such thing as boredom. In his free time, Charles was an avid water skier and snow skier. He could ski off a dock and land gliding onto a beach without his hat flying off or trunks getting wet. Charles shot guns and arrows, though not really for hunting. He loved to go to the Grange Music Hall, taking his sister Janice. Although not a dancer, he loved polka and country music.Charles was active in Future Farmers of America and 4-H programs. He developed his carpentry skills by building his gun cabinet and a full-sized boat. He would later use these skills as a carpenter in the Army and Airforce reserves where he had to pick locked doors for military leaders. His favorite military assignment was at Selfridge Airforce base. In Georgia, he witnessed the injustice of separate drinking fountains. On September 15, 1967 Charles married Gail Harte at St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. John’s. We found out the best conversations with Charles happened in the cab of a tractor. They had to happen there because he worked long hours. He did everything on the farm, milking, treating animals, harvesting crops, planting, cleaning barns, and birthing baby calves who came at any hour and in any weather. Charles was a 50+ year member of the Michigan Milk Producers Association.Charles even had a license to use dynamite and operate his HAM radio. He calmly figured out their first computer in the 1980s and the dreaded “A:” prompt. Charles loved his cows, the fields, the woods, his family, Jesus, and life. Evidence of this was his staunch support of the Right to Life cause and his membership in the Knights of Columbus. He wanted everyone to have the chance God had given them. Charles loved to travel but especially enjoyed the ocean, alligators, and sunshine in Florida. He was a supporter of MSU, but cheered on whatever school his family was a part of. He loved to watch Michelle’s basketball and Jeff’s football games at St. Johns. Charles loved life. He rarely used the word “I” or spoke about himself. He gave others the credit and went back to work. He is dearly missed.He was preceded in death by his parents Harry and Mary Wadell, his sister and brother in-law, Marilyn and Don Clark, and his brother in-law Harley Aylor.He is survived by Gail, his devoted wife of 54 years. His children, Douglas (Karie) Wadell, Jeffrey (Amy) Wadell, Michelle (James) Socha, and Melissa (Scott) Smith. His 8 grandchildren; Eric, Abigail, Noah, Kyle, Zachary, Megan, Malachi, and Annabelle. Also, his brother Lyle (Kathy) and sisters; Janice (David) Yallup and Betty (Mervin) Hallead. His in-law’s; Robert and Barb Harte, Bruce and Janice Harte, Barbara Harte, James and Ellen Harte, and Sheri and Stephen Willis, and his 26 nieces and nephews, and numerous great nieces and nephews.In leu of flowers, donations may be sent to St. Joseph Church Education Fund, or St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital. Visitation will be held on Monday, December 20, 2021 6-8 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Tuesday, December 21, 2021, with Rev. Fr. Michael Williams officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MichiganOnline condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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George Jacob Ball - March 04, 1971 - December 13, 2021
Departed: 12/13/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: George Jacob Ball, age 50, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021, in Delta Township, MI.Cremation has taken place and a memorial service will be held at a later date.George was born in Lansing, Michigan on March 4, 1971, the son of Dennis Martin and Noreen May (Brown) Ball. George graduated from Milford High School. He enjoyed hunting, fishing and spending time on the family farm with the animals. He loved his nieces and nephews and spending time with them. He attended St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Johns.He is survived by his sons: Marcel Ball and Cameron Ball; mother Noreen and Earl Vincent; siblings: Denise and Trevor Oski, Dana and John Woodend, Martin and Melissa Ball, Kathryn and Dennis Walker, Grant and Ariel Fish, Emily and Kevin Brown, and Caleb and Diana Brown. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, grandparents: George and Ida Brown and Marian and Ora Ball and one cousin Kevin Rapelje.Memorials may be made to Suicide Prevention or AA. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Houghton Chapel, Ovid, Michigan.
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Rebecca Jo "Becky" Deuel - January 03, 1957 - December 10, 2021
Departed: 12/10/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Rebecca Jo "Becky" Deuel, age 64, of St. Johns, went to be with the Lord on Dec. 10 2021. She was surrounded by family, including her two loving sisters, as well as her two sons who held her hand as she passed.Per Becky's request, a cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Becky's Life will be held on Saturday, December 18, 2021 from 2-4 P.M. at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI.Becky was born in Owosso, Michigan on January 3, 1957, the daughter of John and Ann (Tomanica) Reagen. She graduated from Fulton High School with the class of 1975 and earned her LPN from Lansing Community College.Becky, as she liked to be called, was a devoted nurse for over 30 years and dedicated herself to her craft. She specialized in elderly care, but she mastered in love and compassion. Numerous times through her nursing career she created bonds with some very special people, people who would help mold her two sons into the men they are today. Even after her nursing career was cut short due to her long time health problems, she still devoted her time to taking care of her ailing mother.Becky was also the best mother two wild sons could ask for. She loved her sons unconditionally, teaching them that Love is All You Need (She loved The Beatles!!!) and that a mother's love is eternal. She also showed that same love to her sons friends, letting numerous friends stay with them when they needed it most.When Becky was growing up; her favorite place to go to was Mackinac Island. She loved it so much that she worked on the Island at a bike shop for 2 summers when she was a teenager. Eventually she would take her sons to the island and it would become their favorite place to go to with her. Even though her final years resulted in numerous hospital and rehab stays, she always stayed positive and fought like a Warrior for her family. Her retirement years were spent helping raise her grandson who she loved more than anything in the world and enjoying the time she was finally able to have with her sons.She is survived by her two sons Richard and Jonathan Deuel as well as her grandson Jonathan Deuel ll. She had two loving sisters: Peggy (Michael) Smark and Carol (Brian) Rumzek who gave her 3 nephews, Chris Leslie, Jason Leslie and Rick Sevenski as well as a niece, Breanna Sevenski. Becky is preceded in death by her parents John and Ann Reagen, infant brother Patrick Douglas Reagen and infant twin sister Joan Christine Reagen.
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Kathleen A. (Schaefer) Eisler - March 31, 1928 - December 03, 2021
Departed: 12/03/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Kathleen A. (Schaefer) Eisler, age 93, our gentle mother, passed away peacefully at her home on December 3, 2021, with her children by her side.Kathleen (Kay) was born March 31, 1928, in Maple Rapids, MI, the daughter of Guttlieb and Anna (Weitzel) Schaefer. As a sophomore in high school, she asked her parents if she could drop out of school to attend Beauty College. They consented but decreed she could not quit college. In March 1944, Kay received her diploma from the Melba Academy of Beauty Culture in Lansing, MI. At the age of 18 she was the proprietor of her own beauty salon located in the St. Johns Steel Hotel.Kathleen later went on to earn her GED from St. Johns High School in 1979. In March 1994, Kathleen received a State of Michigan Certificate of Commendation for achieving 50 years in the licensed Cosmetology profession. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church in St. Johns and enjoyed 75+ years as a beautician.On January 29, 1948, Kathleen married the love of her life, Gerald (Jerry) G. Eisler, at St. Joseph Catholic Church. They were blessed with 18 years of marriage and 5 children prior to Jerry’ passing in 1966.Surviving to cherish Kathleen’s memory are her children: Carol (Paul) Christensen, Linda (James) Vermeersch, Bill (Julie) Eisler, Mary Lou (Keith) Wirth, and Brenda Eisler; grandchildren: Derek (Carla Barrington) Vermeersch, Devin Vermeersch, Olivia Eisler, Brogan Eisler, Madisyn Wirth and Jarrod Wirth; sister, Monica (Jerry) Howard; and sister-in-law, Donna (Raymond) Eisler; several cousins, nieces and nephews. Kathleen was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald (Jerry); parents, Guttlieb and Anna Schaefer; siblings: Rosaline McMillan and Carl Schaefer, sons-in-law: James Vermeersch and Keith Wirth; and several in-laws.A Mass of Christian Burial will be held Tuesday, December 7 at 11a.m., at St. Joseph Catholic Church with Rev. Fr. Douglas Osborn presiding. Burial will follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery in St. Johns, MI. The family will receive relatives and friends on Monday, December 6, 2021, from 4 p.m. -7 p.m., with rosary being prayed at 7 p.m., at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Jennifer Mae (Hopkins) Kowaleski - November 04, 1971 - December 03, 2021
Departed: 12/03/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Jennifer Mae Kowaleski, age 50, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Friday, December 3, 2021, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, Lansing, MI.
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Larry Duane Lockwood - November 05, 1936 - December 02, 2021
Departed: 12/02/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Larry Duane Lockwood, age 85, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021, at Sparrow Health Systems, Lansing, MI.Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 11:00 A.M. on Monday, December 6, 2021, with Craig Smith (Community Christian Church) officiating. Burial will take place at Riverside Cemetery, Elsie, MI. Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 5, 2021 from 2-8 P.M. with family present from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. at the funeral home.Larry was born in Dansville, Michigan on November 5, 1936, the son of Vayne and Amy (Hicks) Lockwood. He graduated from Elsie High School with the class of 1956. Larry married Wanda Argersinger on November 25, 1971. They recently celebrated 50 years of marriage.Larry retired from Federal Mogul in 2001. He enjoyed golfing, bowling, hunting, fishing and all sports. Larry was an avid Detroit Tigers fan and loved his cat, Ms. Kitty. He proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1956-1958. He was a member of the American Legion Post #153, St. Johns.He is survived by wife Wanda Lockwood of St. Johns, MI, children: Lynne and Bruce Devereaux of St. Johns, MI, Brenda and Michael Moinet of Ithaca, MI, Linda and Darrel Coleman of Dover, DE, Mark Lockwood of Dover, DE, Bruce and Connie DeLong of St. Johns, MI, Kevin and Amy Lockwood of Owosso, MI, and many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He is also survived by his twin brother Lowell Lockwood of Elsie, MI, sisters: Joy Goodman of Elsie, MI, Shirley Baese of Elsie, MI, and sister-in-law Carolyn Lockwood of Elsie, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Peggy Grubaugh, and two grandchildren: Brandon and Brennen DeLong, one brother Jack Lockwood, one sister Barbara & Lyle Townsend, sister-in-law Donna Lockwood and brother-in-law Versil Baese.Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Larry Jack Barnum - February 14, 1946 - December 02, 2021
Departed: 12/02/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Larry Jack Barnum, age 75, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Thursday, December 2, 2021, at Memorial Healthcare, Owosso, MI.Cremation will take place and a celebration of life will be held at a later date.Larry was born in Lansing, Michigan on February 14, 1946, the son of Minor Emerson and Margaret Agnes (Draher) Barnum. He attended Eastern High School in Lansing, MI.Larry was an auto detailer for many years. He liked attending car shows and telling stories about the cars he had in younger years. He also worked at St. Joseph Catholic School for 10 years. Larry enjoyed fishing, golfing and hunting. He loved his many dogs he had throughout the years. Larry was a fun loving guy known as "dad" to many of his daughter's friends and "gramps" to his grandchildren's friends. He loved attending his daughter and grandchildren's sporting events and school activities.He is survived by his daughter Kara and Jason Wirick, grandchildren: Nicole and Michael Gilbert, Austin Barnum, Victoria Mikulka, great- grandchildren: Viola and Grace Gilbert and one more on the way, siblings: Linda Dunlap, Thomas and Barbara Barnum, Ronald and Janet Barnum, Dawn Barnum, Mark and Charlotte Barnum, former spouse Margaret Goerge, and close friends: Karen Hamilton and John Holley. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, brother Emerson Barnum and sister Dorothy Barnum.Memorials may be made to St. Joseph Catholic School Education Trust Fund St. Johns, MI 48879. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Lauchlin Walter-Shearer MacGregor, Jr. - October 27, 1948 - November 30, 2021
Departed: 11/30/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Lauchlin Walter-Shearer MacGregor, Jr., age 73, of East Lansing, MI, passed away Tuesday, November 30, 2021, at The Marquette, East Lansing.Funeral Services will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 7:00 P.M. on Friday, December 10, 2021, with Pastor Mona Kindel officiating. Burial will take place at Memorial Gardens, Mt. Pleasant, MI.Lauchlin was born in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan on October 27, 1948, the son of Lauchlin Walter-Shearer and Bernice Pauline (Hotchkiss) MacGregor. Lauchlin was a civil engineer and retired from the State of Michigan. He loved attending CMU football games and his "grape" juice. A passion of his was natural health. Lauchlin was a kid at heart and loved celebrating life. He proudly served his country in the United States Army.He is survived by his daughter Kristin and Erik Koglin of Murfreesboro,TN; son Lauchlin and Jennifer MacGregor of DeWitt, MI; grandchildren: Victoria and Nathan Hight, Alexandra Koglin, Joshua Koglin, Kenna MacGregor, Lauchlin MacGregor IV, and Elizabeth MacGregor; siblings: Susan and John Jones, Timothy and Kristin MacGregor, Edward and Laura MacGregor, Cindy and Todd Greenlee, James and Janette MacGregor, and Michael and Tracey MacGregor. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents.Memorials may be made to the wishes of the family. Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Robert Guy "Bobby" Fifield, Jr. - April 06, 1944 - November 27, 2021
Departed: 11/27/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Robert Guy "Bobby" Fifield, Jr.,age 77, of St. Johns, MI, passed away peacefully Saturday, November 27, 2021, at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, Lansing, MI.In following Bobby's wishes, a cremation has taken place and a Memorial Luncheon will be held at Community Christian Church, 400 E. State St., St. Johns, MI, at 1:00 P.M. on Saturday, December 4, 2021, with John Bond officiating.Robert was born in St. Johns, Michigan on April 6, 1944, the son of Robert, Sr. and Hazel (Penix) Fifield. On May 22, 1971, Bobby married Caroline "Sue" Cooke in Owosso, MI. They were blessed with 38 years of marriage prior to her passing on November 25, 2009. Bobby worked at Midwest Abrasive in Owosso for many years. After Midwest closed, he worked for Lear until retirement.Bobby lived a simple life. His family was very important to him. He enjoyed eating, fishing, and watching the Tigers and the Spartans. When he was able, he liked to spend time in Harrison.Bobby is survived by a nephew, great niece, 2 great-nephews, caregiver/cousin Karen Falor, several other cousins, special friends: Paula Beck, and John and Kay Bond. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Linda Fifield Schaefer, nephew Danny Schaefer, and special uncle Keith Penix.
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Leroy Gale Ward - December 21, 1951 - November 25, 2021
Departed: 11/25/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Leroy Gale Ward, age 69, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away on Thursday, November 25, 2021 at McLaren Greater Lansing in Lansing, Michigan.Cremation has taken place and there are no services to be held at this time. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes – Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.
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Ronald W. and Shirley Jean Koschmider - September 11, 1942 - November 24, 2021
Departed: 11/24/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Ronald W. Koschmider and Shirley Jean Koschmider, of DeWitt, Michigan, Ron passed away on Wednesday, November 24, 2021, at the age of 79, and Shirley passed away on Sunday, November 29, 2020 at the age of 73.Ronald was born on September 11, 1942 in Cadillac, Michigan, the son of Joseph and Ethel (Winans) Koschmider. Shirley was born on November 25, 1947 in Harrisonville, Missouri, the daughter of Kenneth and Donna (Noble) Holaday. They were married on January 19, 1964. They were blessed with 56 years of marriage prior to her passing.Ronald worked for General Motors in Lansing, Michigan; he retired in 1995 after 33 years of service. Among his leisure time, Ron enjoyed woodworking, fishing, gardening, and being a grandpa most of all.Shirley worked for Sparrow Health System until her retirement in 2012. Among her leisure time, Shirley enjoyed wood painting, fishing, flowers, and being a grandma most of all.They are survived by their children: Renae Cole of Bath, MI; and son Michael of St. Johns, MI; grandchildren: Trevor (Jennifer) Cole, Kristina and Katie all of Lansing, MI; Kyler and Blake of St. Johns, MI; four great-granddaughters. Shirley is also survived by her sisters: June Bainbridge of Grandview, MO; and Sharon (Kevin) Fisher of DeWitt, MI. Ronald is preceded in death by his parents, father-in-law and mother-in-law Ray and Donna Walker, sisters: Barbara Mishler, Nancy (Robert) Peterson; brothers: Jerry, Jerome, Doug, Carl, Kenneth, and Edward; and one sister-in-law Trudy Koschmider. Shirley was preceded in death by her parents, stepfather Ray Walker, her grandparents, one sister Gail Scholten, one brother-in-law Gerald Bainbridge, and three nephews.Cremation has taken place and a celebration of life will be held at Riley Township Hall at a later date.
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Waneta Nemoine Ward - February 15, 1940 - November 23, 2021
Departed: 11/23/2021 (St. Johns)
Obituary Preview: Waneta Nemoine Ward, age 81, of Edmore, MI, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at Mid-Michigan Medical Center, Alma, Michigan.A cremation has taken place and a Memorial Service will be held in the spring. Burial will take place in DeWitt Cemetery, DeWitt, MI.Waneta was born in DeWitt, Michigan on February 15, 1940, the daughter of George Wesley and Althea Irene (Baker) Clark. She graduated from DeWitt High School with the class of 1958. On May 24, 1958, Waneta married Rex Gaylord Ward in Clinton County, Michigan. They were blessed with 51 years of marriage prior to his death on December 16, 2009.Waneta's hands were always busy. She loved sewing, crocheting, quilting and making gifts for others. It was important to her that the babies in NICU had hats and she made many. She enjoyed cooking and recently put together a cookbook of her favorite recipes for her family. She always looked forward to times at the lake with as much family as could come. Waneta loved her family and dedicated her life to caring for them. She was always a shoulder to lean on and an ear to listen.Waneta is survived by 5 children: Lucinda Low of St. Johns, MI; Randy (Teresa) Ward of North Dakota, MI; Wesley (Jane) Ward of Ovid, MI; Guy (Michele) Ward of Edmore, MI; and Victor (Angela) Ward of Elsie, MI; 19 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren; and her best friend Darlene Baker. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband Rex, one sister Gladys Durfee, and brother Walter Clark.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an obituary?
An obituary is a written notice that announces the death of a person, typically including their name, age, date of birth and death, and other biographical information. It may also include details about their life, accomplishments, and surviving family members.
Why are obituaries important?
Obituaries serve as a way to notify friends, family, and community members of a person's passing, allowing them to pay their respects and offer condolences. They also provide a sense of closure and help to celebrate the life of the deceased.
Who typically writes an obituary?
Obituaries are usually written by family members or close friends of the deceased, although funeral homes or online obituary platforms may also assist with writing and publishing them.
What information should be included in an obituary?
A typical obituary includes the person's name, age, date of birth and death, place of residence, occupation, education, hobbies, achievements, and surviving family members. It may also include details about funeral services, memorial donations, or other relevant information.
How long should an obituary be?
The length of an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform it will be published on. Generally, it should be concise and to the point, ranging from a few sentences to a short paragraph.
Can I include photos in an obituary?
Yes, many publications and online platforms allow you to include one or more photos with the obituary. This can help to personalize the tribute and make it more meaningful to readers.
How do I submit an obituary to a newspaper?
Contact the newspaper's obituary department directly to inquire about their submission process and any specific requirements they may have. You may need to provide the written obituary, along with payment for publication.
Can I publish an obituary online?
Yes, there are many online platforms that allow you to publish an obituary, such as Legacy.com, Tributes.com, or FuneralHome.com. These platforms often offer additional features like guest books and condolence messages.
How much does it cost to publish an obituary?
The cost of publishing an obituary varies depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers may charge by the word or line, while online platforms may offer free or paid options with varying levels of features.
Can I edit an obituary after it's been published?
In some cases, it may be possible to make corrections or updates to an obituary after it's been published. However, this depends on the publication or platform's policies and procedures.
How long does it take for an obituary to be published?
The timeframe for publishing an obituary can vary depending on the publication or platform. Newspapers may publish within a day or two of receipt, while online platforms may post immediately or within a few hours.
Can I write my own obituary in advance?
Yes, some people choose to write their own obituary in advance as a way to reflect on their life and legacy. This can also help alleviate the burden on loved ones during a difficult time.
What is a death notice?
A death notice is a brief announcement of a person's passing, typically including only basic information like name, age, and date of death. It is often used in conjunction with a full obituary.
What is the difference between an obituary and a eulogy?
An obituary is a written notice announcing a person's death and providing biographical information. A eulogy is a speech or written tribute delivered at a funeral or memorial service to celebrate the person's life and accomplishments.
Can I include humor in an obituary?
Yes, many people choose to include humorous anecdotes or personality traits in an obituary as a way to celebrate the person's life and spirit.
How do I handle errors or inaccuracies in an obituary?
If you notice an error or inaccuracy in an obituary, contact the publication or platform immediately to report the issue. They may be able to correct it before publication or issue a correction afterwards.
Can I republish an obituary at a later date?
In some cases, it may be possible to republish an obituary at a later date, such as on the anniversary of the person's passing. Check with the original publication or platform for their policies on republication.
What is the purpose of an online guest book?
An online guest book allows friends and family to leave condolence messages, share memories, and pay their respects to the deceased. It can provide comfort and support to grieving loved ones.
Can I include charitable donations in an obituary?
Yes, many people choose to include information about charitable donations in lieu of flowers in their obituary as a way to honor their loved one's memory and support a meaningful cause.
How do I ensure that my loved one's obituary is accurate and complete?
To ensure accuracy and completeness, gather information from multiple sources, including family members, friends, and records. Review the draft carefully before submitting it for publication.
Can I write an obituary for someone who has been deceased for many years?
Yes, it's never too late to write an obituary for someone who has passed away. This can be a meaningful way to honor their memory and provide closure for loved ones.
What is the role of social media in sharing an obituary?
Social media can be used to share an obituary quickly and widely with friends and family. Many online platforms also allow you to share links to the obituary on social media channels.
Can I include quotes or lyrics in an obituary?
Yes, quotes or lyrics that were meaningful to the deceased can be included in an obituary as a way to personalize the tribute and reflect their personality.
How do I find old obituaries from past decades?
You can search online archives of newspapers or genealogy websites like Ancestry.com or FamilySearch.org. Local libraries or historical societies may also have archives of old newspapers that can be searched manually.
Can I create a video tribute instead of a written obituary?
Yes, video tributes are becoming increasingly popular as a way to celebrate someone's life. You can create a video using photos, music, and narration to tell their story.