Obituaries

Betty A. Fay

Betty Anita Fay died on Thursday, April 24, 2014, in Lansing, MI. She was born to Ernest and Elizabeth “Tizzie” (Keller-Harrington) Draheim on June 19, 1919, in Lansing, MI.  On October 22, 1939 she married the love of her life John W. Fay in Holt, MI where they raised 3 sons, Gary (Nancy) Fay of […]

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Richard E. Esch

At age 75, Richard was called home by his Savior on April 22, 2014. He was born April 20, 1939, and raised in Albion, MI by the late Laban and Ethel Esch. He was currently of Lansing, MI. Richard worked for MDOT as a highway planner for 30 years. He was a longtime member of […]

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Margaret L'Mell Smith

Age 64, of Lansing, MI, died suddenly on April 16, 2014.  She was born in New Orleans, LA on August 9, 1949. She earned a BA Degree from Louisiana State University where she was a member of the Sigma Chapter of the Delta Zeta Sorority. She later earned her Juris Doctorate from Thomas M. Cooley […]

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Everett R. Heady

  Born October 30, 1932.  Passed away peacefully on April 15, 2014.  He was currently of Holt, MI. Another hero has left this earth, Dad was a Korean War veteran. He was a loving and dedicated family man. He retired from Fisher Body. His work in the Holt community as a coach and sports official […]

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Dorothy Leilah (Webster) Reik

Dorothy passed away on April 13, 2014 at the age of 95 at Grandhaven Living Center. She was born on a farm in North Olmsted Township, Ohio on August 30, 1918 to Dean and Stella Webster and grew up surrounded by aunts, uncles, and cousins.  She earned a teaching degree from Kent State University in […]

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Rose Marie (Simon) Gruenwald

  Age 87, of Holt, MI, passed away peacefully at her home on April 9, 2014, with family at her side. Rose was born on June 8, 1926 in Detroit, Michigan, to Joseph and Sadie (Shaheen) Simon.  She was preceded in passing by her parents and brothers Abraham, John and Samuel. She leaves to cherish […]

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Suzanne M. (nee Gervais) Kelso

Age 65, of Lansing, MI, passed away April 11, 2014. She was born May 21, 1948, in Lansing, daughter of James and Roburta Gervais. A graveside service will be held at 11:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 22, 2014, at Evergreen Cemetery in Lansing. Memorial contributions may be made to the Michigan State University Spartan Fund.

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William R. Lilliendahl

Age 80, of Holt, MI, passed away April 9, 2014. He was born February 4, 1934, in Glen Ridge, NJ, son of the late William C. and Edith Lilliendahl. There will be no service.

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Barna Toekes

Age 90, of Mason, MI, died on Thursday, April 10, 2014, at McLaren Hospital, Lansing.  He was the widower of his beloved wife of 38 years Georgianna Doyle Woehl Toekes, who passed away 23 February 2006. Barna was born 12 October 1923 in Budapest, Hungary to Barna and Jusztina Szatmary Tokes. He was in the […]

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Beverly M. Sweet

Dearly loved mother and wife, Beverly M. Sweet, entered into heaven on April 11, 2014 at the age of 83. She was currently of East Lansing, MI. Beverly earned both an undergraduate and master’s degree from Michigan State University and was a reading specialist for the Lansing School District for many years.  She was a […]

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Gilbert B. Quesada

At age 72, Gilbert went to be with the Lord on April 6, 2014. He was born on February 4, 1942 in San Benito, TX to Jose and Margarita Quesada. He was currently of Lansing, MI. He was preceded in death by his parents; loving wife, Betty Quesada; daughter, Margarita Garcia; man’s best friend, his […]

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Khasu Shugayeva

Age 79, passed away April 6, 2014. She was born July 1, 1934. Prayers will be held at 10:15 a.m. on Monday, April 7, 2014, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel. Interment will follow in Evergreen Cemetery.

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JoAnn K. (Morton) "Joey" Deitrick

Age 56, passed away April 4, 2014.  She was born June 14, 1957, in Lansing, to Don and Bette Morton.  JoAnn graduated from Lansing Christian High School and was a member of Lake Lansing Baptist Church. JoAnn was preceded in death by her parents, and granddaughter, Emily Irene Morton.  Surviving are:  husband, Raymond Deitrick; son, […]

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James J. Pecora

Age 71, of Lansing, MI, passed away April 3, 2014. He was born July 23, 1942, in Lansing, son of Vincent and Assunta (Baldino) Pecora. Jim graduated from Resurrection Parish High School and was a member of St. Mary Cathedral. He retired from the City of Lansing. In his retirement he became an author of […]

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Dulba Omerasevic

Age 61, of Lansing, MI, passed away April 2, 2014. She was born September 17, 1952, in Biljena, Bosnia, daughter of Saban and Ramiza Suljic. She is survived by her husband Muhamed Omerasevic, sons Muhamed and Eldin, and many other family members and friends. The funeral service will be held at 1:45 p.m. on Friday, […]

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Ella Haughton

Age 93, of Mecosta, MI, passed away March 31, 2014. She was born December 16, 1920, in Washington County, Pennsylvania, daughter of the late Michael and Martha Chunko. A memorial service will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Friday, April 11, 2014, at the Estes-Leadley Greater Lansing Chapel.

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Nancy J. Kirchen

Age 74, of Lansing, MI, passed away March 31, 2014. She was born February 15, 1940, in Lima, Ohio, daughter of Everett and Sarah Hillard. Nancy married Jim Kirchen on October 25, 1964. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, and reading and baking. She loved being a grandmother! She was a longtime […]

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John R. Carson

Age 74, of Grand Ledge, MI, passed away March 30, 2014. He was born February 7, 1940, in Fremont, MI, son of George and Gertrude Carson. John was a veteran of the U.S. Air Force serving as a staff sergeant. He also served with the Army National Guard of Michigan. John retired after 31 years […]

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Shaun A. Isman

Age 56, passed away March 24, 2014. She was born June 17, 1957, in Chicago, IL. She is survived by her mother, Gertrude B. Moss; her brother, Louis Isman; and many other family members and friends. Services will be held in Los Angeles, California.

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