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Price, Loretta C.
December 11, 1931 - March 7, 2001
Loretta C. “Dode” Price, 69, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Wednesday, March 7, 2001, at the Isabella County Medical Care Facility in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Funeral services for Dode will be held on Saturday, March 10th, at 1 p.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant. The Rev. Richard Fulkerson will officiate with interment to take place in Riverside cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel on Friday, March 9th, from 2-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Loretta C. Price Memorial Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Dode was born December 11, 1931, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Arthur Chaffee and Dorothy (Merrill) Chaffee. Dode married
Raymond A. Price May 26, 1950 in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Dode worked as a homemaker for many years, where she raised several children.
Dode is survived by her children, Lenore Philo of Millington, Arnnie Price (Mary Kay) of Mt. Pleasant, Roger L. Price (Sandy) of Shepherd, Jeffery G. Price (Kristina) of Mt. Pleasant; a niece, Sally Holliday of Mt. Pleasant and her son Tony of Grand Rapids; a nephew Butch Glass (Jean) of Eagle; eight grandchildren, Edward, Ray, Chris and Matt Philo, Amy, Jeffery, and Kelly Price, Abbey Price, and Josh Price. Dode is also survived by six loving great-grandchildren; two sisters, Gladys Hall of Mt. Pleasant and Leona Chaffee of Alma, Michigan and one sister-in-law, Lucille Chaffee of Mt. Pleasant.
Dode was preceded in death by her husband, and her two brothers, Don Chaffee and Charles Chaffee.
Foster, Janeen
July 9, 1930 - February 28, 2001
R. Janeen Foster, 70, of Mt. Pleasant passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2001, at University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Funeral services for R. Janeen Foster will be held on Saturday, March 3rd, at 11 a.m. from
Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant. The Pastor Terry I. Nordheim will officiate with interment to take place in Memorial Gardens cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel on Thursday, March 1st, from 7–9 p.m. and on Friday, March 2nd , from 2–5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to R. Janeen Foster Memorial Fund. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
R. Janeen Foster was born July 9, 1930, in Grand Rapids, the daughter of Clyde B. Caswell and Blanche Rita (Humphrey) Caswell. Janeen married
Hilton W. Foster June 26, 1950 in Rockford, Michigan. Janeen worked as a secretary for Mt. Pleasant High School for 17 years. She was a former member of the Mt. Pleasant Country Club and Bridge Club.
Janeen is survived by her husband, Hilton Foster of Mt. Pleasant; children, Kim C. Foster (Donna) of Stevens Point, WI, Kevin W. Foster and Jayne LoPiccolo of Mt. Pleasant, John H., Foster (Karen) of Portland, Maine, and Lyn J. Jackson and David Savage of Mt. Pleasant; Grandchildren Amy N. Foster, Greggory P. Foster, Eric G. Foster, Nathan Buckner, Alison Foster, Blake R. Foster, Kelsey J. Foster, Lindsey A. Jackson, and Justin W. Jackson; and brother J. Armand Caswell (Patty) of Apopka, FL.
Janeen was preceded in death by her parents.
Merrill, Helen Behnke
October 6, 1918 - February 27, 2001
Helen Behnke Merrill, 82, of Lady Lake, Florida, and formerly of Mt. Pleasant, died Tuesday, February 27, 2001, at her home in Florida.
Funeral Services are 11 a.m. Tuesday, March 6, at the Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant, with burial in Riverside cemetery
Visitation is from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Monday at Clark Funeral Chapel. In lieu of flowers, memorials are suggested to the Hospice Foundation of Lake and Sumter, 12300 Lake Park Road, Tavares, FL 32778 or the First United Methodist Church, 400 S. Main Street, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan. Envelopes will be provided at the funeral chapel.
Mrs. Merrill was born October 6, 1918, to William J. and Ida Lange Behnke of Gladwin. She married
Stuart Merrill on February 14, 1938, and recently celebrated their 63rd wedding anniversary.
She grew up in Gladwin and graduated from Gladwin High School. She and her husband moved to Mt. Pleasant in 1941, where Stuart owned and operated Merrill Drilling Company. Mrs. Merrill worked in her husband's business while raising their six children.
In Mt. Pleasant, Mrs. Merrill was very active in the Fancher School PTA and was a member of the First United Methodist Church, Order of the Eastern Star and the Elkettes, as well as involved in activities relating to the oil and gas industry.
After moving to Lady Lake, Florida, in 1990, she became a member of the Community United Methodist Church in Fruitland Park and the Lady Lake Elkettes Lodge #2793. she enjoyed many activities, including playing bridge and staying in touch with her friends.
Mrs. Merrill is survived by her husband, Stuart, of Lady Lake, Florida; five daughters, Sharon Merrill of Leesburg, Florida, Glenda (Dan) Rookey of Mt. Pleasant, Caroline Merrill of San Francisco, California, Sara (Jim) Thering of Mt. Pleasant, and Kathrine (Ron) Sluyter of Fenton; and her son Wesley Merrill of Mt. Pleasant, as well as 11 grandchildren; and 12 great-grandchildren. She is also survived by her sister Kay (Bob) Bates of Zephyrhills, Florida, and her sisters-in-law, Marj Behnke of Flint and Cecil Behnke of Ft. Mead, Florida.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Ida Lange and William J. Behnke; and her brothers, Wilbur Behnke, Carl Behnke and Lawrence Behnke.
Ewert, Marjorie
March 30, 1926 - February 25, 2001
Marjorie Ewert, 74, of Lake died on Sunday, February 25, 2001, at the Laurels of Mt. Pleasant.
Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service at a later date.
Marjorie Ewert was born on March 30, 1926, the daughter of Troy and Emma (Carson) Stingley. She married
Melvin Ewert on March 4, 1948. Marjorie was a homemaker.
Majorie is survived by her children, Connie Schroeder (Larry) of Jeddo, JoAnn Ewert of Rochester Hills, David Ewert (Elaine) of Warren, Paula Robinson (Tim) of Smiths Creek, Michael Ewert of Lake, Patti Ewert of Harbor Beach, and Cara Ewert of Ohio; 10 grandchildren, 6 great-grandchildren; a brother Leon Stingley of Fort Peck, MT; sisters Myna Brandt of Montana and Mary Wilde of Nebraska.
Marjorie was preceded in death by her husband and a brother Lyle.
Griffin, Kellyann Marie
January 22, 1969 - February 24, 2001
Kellyann Marie Griffin, 32, of Mt. Pleasant died on Saturday, February 24, 2001, at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing.
A Funeral Mass for Kellyann will be held on Thursday, March 1st, at 2 p.m. from St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Remus, with Fr. William Zink officiating. Interment will take place in Calvary cemetery in Mt. Pleasant.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant on Tuesday, February 27th, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m, and on Wednesday, February 28th, from 2-5 p.m. Visitation will continue Wednesday evening at St. Michael’s Catholic Church in Remus following the Ash Wednesday service. There will be visitation prior to the funeral mass on Thursday from 12 noon until the time of service. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in memory of Kellyann may consider the Griffin Family.
Kellyann Marie Griffin was born on January 22, 1969, in Mt. Clemens, Michigan. She was the daughter of Ernest “Sam” and Nancy J. (Rammalaere) Griffin. Her family moved to Mt. Pleasant in 1971. Kellyann was a homemaker.
Kellyann is survived by her fiancé Lee Brown of Mt. Pleasant; her daughter, Kristi Leah Griffin of Mt. Pleasant; her parents, Sam and Nancy Griffin of Mt. Pleasant; her brothers, Edward Griffin of Mancelona, Joseph Griffin (Kathleen) of Mt. Pleasant, Steven Griffin of Houghton Lake, and Shawn Griffin (Lisa) of Clare; her sisters, Connie Griffin, Carrie Wonch (David), and Rosemary Lackie (Tim), all of Mt. Pleasant; her aunts and uncles, Everett Griffin of Barryton, Karl and Dorothy Kimball of Florida, Ruth and Cy Moore of Lake City, and John and Judy Good of Mecosta; and many nieces and nephews and cousins.
Kellyann was preceded in death by her grandparents, Gustave and Hattie Rammalaere and Everett and Iva Griffin; and her uncles Jim Rammalaere and Robert Griffin.
Sanders, Lulu Cross
November 17, 1919 - February 20, 2001
Lulu Cross Sanders, 81, of Alma, Michigan died on Tuesday February 20th, at her residence.
Cremation has taken place. There will be a memorial service on Sunday, March 4, 2001, at 3 p.m. at the Scotsdale Estates Clubhouse in Alma, Michigan. The Reverend Nancy Casey-Fulton will officiate.
Those wishing to make a memorial donation in memory of Lulu may consider Hospice of Central Michigan. Envelopes will be available at Clark Funeral Chapel.
Lulu was born on November 17, 1919, in Clinton Township, Michigan, the daughter of Clyde Byron Cross and Mable (Chambers) Cross. Lulu married
Grant Allan Sanders January 25, 1939.
Lulu is survived by her sisters Gladys Baase of Saginaw, Michigan, and Anna Crouch of Romeoville, Illinois; her two children, Richard Allan Sanders and Barbara K. Sanders, both of Alma, Michigan; and 23 grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Lulu was preceded in death by her husband.
Neff, Elmer J.
July 5, 1920 - February 18, 2001
Elmer J. Neff, 80, of Houghton Lake, died on Sunday, February 18, 2001, at Tolfree Memorial Hospital in West Branch.
Funeral services for Elmer J. Neff will be held on Wednesday, February 21st, at 2 p.m. from
Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant, with Fr. Robert Byrne officiating. Interment will follow in Woodland cemetery in Rosebush.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, February 20th, from 2-5 and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the Humane Society or Veterans of Foreign War. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Elmer J. Neff was born on July 5, 1920, in Rosebush, the son of Jacob and Olivia Neff. He served in the U.S. Army and was a four-year veteran of WWII. Elmer worked in the foundry and construction industry in Lansing and had also worked for the City of Lansing. He married
Patricia Masseau, who preceded Elmer in death in 1970. Elmer was a member of the V.F.W. and the Moose Lodge in Houghton Lake and the Knights of Columbus in Lansing.
Elmer is survived by his sons Robert (Pat) Neff or Lewiston and Delbert (Anna) Neff of Olivet; his daughters Kathy (Charlie) Sharp of Olivet and Patricia Stubleski of Lansing; 11 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren; a brother Gaylord Neff of Lansing; and a sister Shirlene Kunkel of East Lansing.
Elmer was preceded in death by his wife Patricia, his sister June, and his parents Jake and Olivia.
Gooding, Brian Martin
December 21, 1953 - February 17, 2001
Brian Martin Gooding, 47, of Lake Isabella, died on Saturday, February 17, 2001, at his home.
A Memorial Service for Brian will be held on Tuesday, February 20th, at 11 a.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant with Fr. Jeffrey Donner of St. Mary’s University Parish officiating. Cremation has taken place, with interment to be at St. Hedwig’s Catholic cemetery in Dearborn, Michigan.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel on Tuesday, February 20th, from 10 a.m. until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Michigan. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Brian M. Gooding was born on December 21, 1953, in Dearborn, the son of Ernest and Jean (Martin) Gooding. He married
Celest Zuczek on August 11, 1979, in Livonia. Brian graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business from Madonna University in Livonia. He was employed for the past 10 years with Firstbank Corporation and most recently as Vice President of Commercial Loans. Brian was awarded Favorite Banker of the Year in 1998. Brian was a member of the Mt. Pleasant Lions Club. He was a board member for the Mt. Pleasant Area Chamber of Commerce and for Big Brothers and Big Sisters.
Brian is survived by his wife Celest Gooding of Lake Isabella; his sister Susan Jean Gooding of Santa Monica, CA.; and his mother-in-law Helen Zuczek and sister-in-law Susan Zuczek of Westland.
Brian was preceded in death by his parents.
Secson, Robert Weaver
March 7, 1936 - February 16, 2001
Robert Weaver Secson, 64, of Mt. Pleasant died on Friday, February 16, 2001, at St. Mary’s Hospital in Saginaw.
Funeral services for Bob Secson will be held on Wednesday, February 21st, at 11 a.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel in Mt. Pleasant, with The Rev. Nancy Casey Fulton officiating. Graveside services will be held on Friday, February 23rd, at 2 p.m. at the Imlay Township cemetery, Imlay City, Michigan.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel on Monday, February 19th, from 7–9 p.m. and on Tuesday, February 20th, from 2–5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Central Michigan and Community Cancer Services. Envelopes will be available at the funeral chapel.
Bob Secson was born on March 7, 1936, in Imlay City, the son of Louis and L. Beatrice “Bea” (Weaver) Secson. Bob married
Patricia E. Wood on June 1, 1963 in Lapeer. He served as a Chief Warrant Officer in the U.S. Army from October 31, 1966 to October 30, 1968. Bob was employed at the Mt. Pleasant Regional center, working in administrative positions. He retired in 1989. He was a partner in Mt. Pleasant Persons, Inc., performing consulting services with the physically and mentally challenged.
Bob is survived by his wife, Patricia; his daughter, Rachelle A. Secson and Lloyd Bateman of Kalamazoo and his son, Thomas L. Secson of Chicago, Illinois.
Bob was preceded in death by both of his parents and one older brother, Louis Glen Secson.
Ewert, Richard "Rick" Alan
November 5, 1957 - April 2, 2001
Richard “Rick” Alan Ewert, 43, of Lake, died on Monday, April 2, 2001, at the Central Michigan Community Hospital in Mt. Pleasant, Michigan.
Cremation has taken place. Those wishing to make a memorial donation in memory of Rick may consider the Missing Children … HELP Center, 410 Ware Boulevard, Suite 710, Tampa, FL 33619-4457.
Rick was born November 5, 1957, in Garden City, Michigan, the son of Melvin and Marjorie Ewert. He served in the U.S. Army. Rick had returned to live with his parents and was a loving and devoted caretaker.
Rick is survived by his son Darren Schroeder and his daughter Robin Ann Ewert; his 2 brothers, David Ewert (Elaine) of Warren and Michael Ewert of Lake; his 5 sisters Connie Schroeder (Lawrence) of Jeddo; JoAnn Ewert of Shelby Township, Paula Robinson (Tim) of Smith’s Creek, Patti Ewert of Harbor Beach, and Cara Ewert of Monroe, OH.
Rick was preceded in death by his parents, Marjorie Ewert February 25, 2001 and Melvin Ewert September 24, 1999, and a brother Lyle in 1996.
Harvey, Greta Ione
October 17, 1917 - June 10, 2001
Greta Ione Harvey, 83, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away on Sunday, June 10, 2001, at Central Michigan Community Hospital.
Funeral Service for Greta will be held on Wednesday, June 13th, at 1:00 p.m. from Clark Funeral Chapel, with Rev. Keith Wise officiating. Interment will follow in Riverside cemetery.
The family will receive friends at Clark Funeral Chapel today from 3-5 p.m. and 7-9 p.m. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. Envelopes will be available at Clark Funeral Chapel and the church.
Greta was born on Oct. 17, 1917, in Mt. Pleasant, the daughter of Wade and Hazel (Crawford) Onstott. She married
Roy Harvey who preceded her in death. Greta was a homemaker and enjoyed spending time with her children and grandchildren.
Greta is survived by her children Rawleigh Raymond, Sr. (Darlene) of Rosebush, Steve Crawley, Sr. (Judie) of Shepherd, Terry Crawley Sr. (Lorraine) of Remus, Mike Harvey (Diana) of Mt. Pleasant and Scott Raymond Sr. (Margaret) of Mt. Pleasant. She is also survived by her 15 granchildren, many great-grandchildren and one great-great grandchild.
Greta was preceded in death by her husband Roy Harvey, one daughter Marlene Vollmers, one son Larry Raymond, a sister, Irene Reen and eight brothers, Don, Max, Corvin, Buster, Jim, Odie, Roy and Gene.
