All Obituaries

Sharon Kay Newsome of Eaton Rapids, Passed away September 14, 2019 at the age of 72. She was born in Martin, KY, May 24, 1947, the daughter of Henry and Dollie (Boggs) Mollette. Sharon was a graduate of McDowell High School in Kentucky and loved spending time with her family. She is survived by her sons, Phil (Kristina) Newsome of Eaton Rapids, Gregory (Carrie) Newsome of Gaston, IN; grandchildren, Tyler (Mackenzie) Newsome, Dylan Newsome of Eaton Rapids, Jacob, Kyann, and Keegan Newsome...

Barbara Ann Lownsbery of Lansing, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Passed away September 10, 2019 at the age of 82. She was born in Grand Ledge, MI, August 2, 1937. Barbara married Gail Lownsbery Jr. on February 7, 1959 and in her younger years, she enjoyed motorcycle cruises. Barbara is survived by her daughter, Lee Canfield of Eaton Rapids; son, David (Debbie) Lownsbery of Eaton Rapids; grandchildren, Curtis (Michelle) Lownsbery, Deana (Bud) Stoken, Eric (Audrey) Lownsbery, Evan Lownsbery; 6...

Mary Etta Ten Have of IN, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Was carried by the angels into heaven on August 31, 2019 at the age of 91. Mary was born in Howell, MI, November 7, 1927, the daughter of Alfred and Helen (Whittaker) Shaffier and foster daughter of C. Earl and Ruth Champlin. She was an affiliate member of the First United Methodist Church in Eaton Rapids, Trinity United Methodist Church in Zephyrhills, FL and a current member of Clinton First United Methodist Church. Mary was...

Shayne  Scott Larue Albers of Springport, Earned his angel wings to enter into the gates of heaven, August 31, 2019 at the age of 10. Shayne was born in Lansing, MI, August 28, 2009 the son of Eric and Bonnie (Slaght) Albers. He attended GIS Elementary School in Eaton Rapids as a 4th grade student. Shayne loved airplanes, anything to do with tractors, riding his bicycle, mini-bike and 4-wheeler, fly his drones and playing Fortnite. His gentle heart and bright light will be greatly...

Susie (Adams) Dunbar of Coldwater, formerly of Eaton Rapids, Passed away in Coldwater, MI August 30.2019 at the age of 100. She was born in Floyd Co, KY, February 24, 1919, the daughter of Boyd and Lueminta (Williams) Poe. Susie worked for Hoag and Sons as a book binder, loved to cook, can and garden and was a member of the Little Vineyard Old Regular Baptist Church. She is survived by her son, Clarence “Red” (Lori) Adams of KY; daughter, Marie (Jerry) Thompson of TX;...

Eric Howard Laudenslager of Charlotte, Passed away unexpectedly, August 26, 2019 at the age of 56. Eric was born in Lansing, December 27, 1962, the son of Daniel and Dorothy (Aldrich) Laudenslager. He graduated from Olivet High School in 1981, played for the Lansing Concert Band, was an avid music lover, and a wiz at Jeopardy. Eric was an RN working at Sparrow Hospital and most recently at McLaren of Greater Lansing. He enjoyed fishing, was a Steelers and Redwings fan and a huge Detroit...

Terry Duane Lane Sr. of Eaton Rapids, Passed away August 17, 2019 at the age of 76. Terry was born in Ypsilanti, MI, January 26, 1943, the son of Cecil and Alta (Kirkin) Lane. He proudly served with the US Navy during the Vietnam War. Terry worked as an operating engineer for over 20 years with Spartan Aggregate before his retirement due to an accident while at work. He was a collector of model cars and a member of the Local Operator Engineers Union #324. Terry is survived by his wife,...

Robert L. Cotton Sr. of Eaton Rapids, Passed away August 12, 2019 at the age of 87. He was born in Eureka, Michigan on July 20, 1932, the son of Morris and Crystal (Wagner) Cotton. Robert worked for Olofsson Tool and Die as a Steel Smith. He was a life-time member of the NRA, a member of the American Legion Post 491, owned and operated Ashland Gas and Service Station in Lansing, and proudly served his country in US Army during the Korean War. Robert enjoyed riding motorcycles, hot rod and...

Judith Frances Simpson of Eaton Rapids, Carried in the arms of angels, Judy entered into Paradise surrounded by her family and close friends, August 9, 2019 at the age of 76. Judy was born in Sault Ste Marie, MI, July 14, 1943, to Frank and Margaret (Tremont) Capucille. She received her certificate as a Radiologic Technologist from Sparrow Hospital, which is where she also met the love of her life, Paul, whom she married in 1964. Judy was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church since 1964,...

Carmen Melinda Vanek of Eaton Rapids, Passed away August 8, 2019 at the age of 61. Melinda was born in Lansing, MI, April 23, 1958, the daughter of Lee and Frances (Nelson) Mort. She graduated from MSU with a bachelor’s degree in communications. Melinda was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and was involved with the small church community. She also attended bible study at the First United Methodist Church and was part of Stephen’s Ministry. Melinda enjoyed watching T.V. and...