Lansing, Michigan Our loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother passed away on January 26, 2016, at age 78. She was born December 22, 1937, in Lansing, to Theodore and Elsie Hafner. Joyce retired from the City of Lansing (Housing Commission) in 1996. After she retired, she enjoyed spending time with her parents, children and grandchildren. She […]
East Lansing, Michigan Kathleen “Kay” Shapiro was born in Cleveland, Ohio, June 13, 1927, and passed away on January 24, 2016, in East Lansing, Michigan. Kay was a lifelong volunteer and helped the community in a variety of ways. She served on the board of the Sisterhood of Congregation Shaarey Zedek including as President and […]
Age 61, passed away January 22, 2016. He was born January 17, 1955, in Traverse City. Steve was a veteran, serving in the U.S. Army, and retired from GM after 30 years. He loved art, plays and playing cards, but most of all, he loved his family. Surviving are: his sons, Richard Wolf and Steven […]
R. Christopher Linz demonstrated enthusiasm throughout his life for a myriad of interests including foreign languages and cultures, genealogy, intellectual games, bowling, and woodworking. He had a long career serving the federal government, working most recently as a systems analyst for the Social Security administration. Always prioritizing his family, he maintained his zest for life, […]
Age 85, of Dewitt, MI, passed away January 19, 2016, in Lansing. He was born April 29, 1930, in Ulvah, Kentucky, to Ran and Callie Holcomb. Gene was a Veteran of the U.S. Navy serving for 4 years. He was a member of Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church, and worked as a Postal Carrier for the […]
Age 49, of DeWitt, MI, passed away January 17, 2016. Kathleen was born November 15, 1966, in Lansing. She graduated from DeWitt High School in 1984. She received her Bachelor of Science degree from Antioch College and her Master of Science degree in Physiology from Temple University. She enjoyed her work in research at various […]
Age 45, passed away January 20, 2016. He was born September 13, 1970, in Lansing, to Paul and Janet (Schwartz) Abramson. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. Friday, January 22, 2016, at Congregation Shaarey Zedek, 1924 Coolidge Rd., East Lansing, with Rabbi Amy Bigman and Cantor Pamela Schiffer officiating. Interment will follow […]
Age 71, of Lansing, MI, passed away January 17, 2016. He was born July 30, 1944, in Lansing, to Edward and Mary Ledyard. He was a graduate of Everett High School, Michigan State University and Officer Candidate School. He was a U.S. Army veteran and served in Vietnam. He retired from the Michigan Department of […]
Lansing, Michigan Born January 4, 1929, in Poland, son of the late Gotlieb and Hulda Engelbrecht passed away on Sunday, January 17, 2016, at age 87. Eduard retired from General Motors following 34 years of employment. He was a longtime member of Emanuel First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Lansing and enjoyed gardening. Survivors include his […]
Grand Ledge, Michigan. Born March 13, 1923 in Nevada, Missouri to the late Thomas and Beulah (Adams) Lucas, fell asleep in the arms of her Savior on Saturday, January 16, 2016 at age 92. Elsie was a loving mother to her 2 sons: Doug (Linda) Peach and Jerry (Cindy) Peach and a loving grandmother to […]
Age 61, of East Lansing, MI, passed away January 11, 2016. He was born November 4, 1954, in Lansing, to Edwin and Amy Massie. He is survived by his sister, Lorrie (Steve) Paulus and many other family members and friends. There will be no service.
A native of Rowley, Iowa, Bill ventured to East Lansing to attend Michigan State University, where he majored in the hotel and restaurant management program. He served in the United States Army and was stationed in West Germany. Bill returned to MSU and earned a Master’s degree in management. Bill enjoyed a long career with […]
Age 68, of Lansing, MI, passed away January 12, 2016. She was born September 13, 1947, in Lansing, to Karl and Marjorie Wimmer. She is survived by her son Ron Whitney, sister Carol (Norm) VanAlstine, and many other family members and friends. The funeral service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, January 15, […]
Age 73, of Lansing, MI, passed away January 6, 2016. She was born December 8, 1942, in Gurdon, Arkansas, to Jessie and Louise House. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Friday, January 15, 2016, at New Community Tabernacle Church, 1726 W. Jolly Rd., Lansing. Eloise’s family will receive friends beginning at […]
Rex Murray Carter, Sr. “Mo” (age 92) passed away peacefully on January 11, 2016. Rex attended Central High in Lansing and went on to GMI (now Kettering University) where he graduated with Honors and was President of the Honor Fraternity. He was a naval officer during WWII. He worked for GM/Oldsmobile his entire career and […]
Lansing, Michigan Londa died peacefully at home on January 11, 2016, surrounded by her loving family after a long courageous battle with cancer. She was born on September 14, 1942, in Lansing, to Barstow “Bart” and Virginia Root. Londa graduated from Lansing J.W. Sexton and received her bachelor’s degree in teaching from Michigan State University. […]
Age 85, of Mason, MI, passed away January 10, 2016. He was born May 6, 1930, in St. Louis, Michigan, to Francis and Eunice Morris. Bob worked in the building industry most of his life, most recently with the State of Michigan Department of Correction. He was a member of Our Savior Lutheran Church and […]
Loving husband, father, Papa, son, and brother, age 65, passed away January 6, 2016. He was born August 26, 1950, in Lansing. Gary graduated from LCC with an Associate Degree in quality control. He worked at Oldsmobile in SPC for 32 years, retiring in 1998, and was a member of UAW Local #652. Gary loved […]
Lansing, Michigan Born June 22, 1935, Charles Phillip Sweet, beloved husband of Sharon Lee Sweet died peacefully at home the morning of January 6, 2016. They were happily married for 60 years. Chuck graduated from Lansing Eastern High School in 1954 and worked for the State of Michigan, Department of Transportation, retiring in 1995 after 40 […]
Age 73, of Holt, MI, passed away January 2, 2016. She was born November 18, 1942, in Latvia. There will be no service.