This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Shoen, Strait, Hartman, Maupin, Foote Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1512 Message Board Post: Shoen, Robert M. Wall Lake, Delton Age 66, died Monday, July 31, 1995 at his home after a lengthy illness. Mr. Shoen was born January 16, 1929 in Belmont, MI, the son of Alfred and Thelma (Strait) Shoen. He graduated from Crystal High School, moved to Battle Creek in 1960 from Lansing, and had resided at Wall Lake since 1987. He worked in the Kellogg Co. mechanical dept. for 27 years, retiring in 1987, and was a life member of the American Management Assoc., and the Kellogg 25 year Club. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, bowling, softball, and camping, and in later years enjoyed gambling in Las Vegas and Mt. Pleasant. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brothers, Donald and Alfred Shoen Jr. He married the former N. Joan Hartman on June 21, 1952, and she survives. Also surviving are daughter and son-in-law, Linda J. and Larry Maupin of Delton, son, James R. Shoen of Galesburg; grandchildren, Therese and Cherise Maupin of Delton, Kayleigh and Natalie Shoen of Galesburg; brother, G. William Sh! oen of Newark, OH; sister, T. Constance Foote of Lansing. Friends may call at the Williams Funeral Home, Delton where Funeral Services will be held 2 p.m. Thursday, August 3, 1995, Rev. Michael R. Kemper of the Lutheran Church of the Savior, officiating. Interment to follow at E. Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial donations may be made to Barry Community Hospice, 911 W. Green St., Hastings, MI or the Lutheran Church of the Savior, 3616 E. G. Ave., Kalamazoo, MI (The Kalamazoo Gazette - August 1 or 2, 1995) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Prowdley, Higbee, Gilding, VanLewen, Iskra Stuart, Beech Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1511 Message Board Post: Lola Belle Prowdley of Hastings, formerly of Grand Ledge, age 62, passed away unexpectedly March 11, 2001 in Hastings, Michigan. Lola was a retired employee for the State of Michigan MDOT, member of the Faith Bible Church, Lake Odessa and was the most precious mom, grandma and special friend. She is survived by one son, James C. Prowdley, Jr. (Special friend Jara) of Charlotte; two daughters, Penny (Roger) Higbee of Portland, Rhonda (Don)Gilding of Charlotte; mother, Etta VanLewen of Lake Odessa; two sisters and brother-in-law, Bob and Coleen Iskra-Stuart of Hastings; Evon and Jim Beech of Lansing, six grandchildren, Tommy, Tonya, Charlie, Jamie, Dawn, Troy, and Matt; two great grandchildren, Hunter and Tyler. She was predeceased by her husband of 20 years, James C. Prowdley Sr. in 1989. Funeral services were held Wednesday, March 14, 11 a.m. at the Faith Bible Church, Lake Odessa. Rev. Shane Lewis officiated. Interment followed at the Oakwood Cemetery, Grand Ledge. F! or those desiring, contributions made to the Faith Bible Church would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements were made by Peters and Murray Funeral Home of Grand Ledge. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, March 20, 2001) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Johncock, Morehouse, Hayward Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1510 Message Board Post: Mrs. Nina Johncock, Pavilion Twp, formerly of Delton, passed away March 12, 2001. Mrs. Johncock was born in Winchester, Idaho on Dec. 22, 1906, the daughter of William and Gertrude (Morehouse) Hayward. On June 28, 1928 she married Russell Johncock and he preceded her in death on Feb. 17, 1994. She was a graduate of Western Michigan Teachers College and retired from the Delton Kellogg Schools in 1971 with 32 years of service. Mrs. Johncock loved teaching and children. She was an accomplished artist and stimulated her students in the arts. She was called upon to decorate the school for many events, as she had a real talent for decorating and would share her talents. Mrs. Johncock was an excellent cook and enjoyed cooking holiday meals for her entire family and extended family. She will be remembered for her keen interest in children, especially her grandchildren. Members of her family include sons, Norman (Donna) Johncock of Scotts, and Keith (Betty) Johncock of Belle! vue; nine grandchildren, 19 great grandchildren and several nieces and nephews. Mrs. Jophncock was also preceded in death by a son, Glenn Johncock on Feb. 28, 1996, three brothers and three sisters. The funeral services were conducted Thursday, March 15, 2001 at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Pastor Jeff Worden officiated. Interment Prairieville Cemetery. For a more lasting memorial please consider memorial contributions to the Art Department, Delton Kellogg Schools in memory of Mrs. Nina Johncock. Arrangements were made by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, March 20, 2001.) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Ellard, Shaiffer, Peabody, Boze, Lambert Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1509 Message Board Post: Mr. Bert Ellard of Delton, passed away March 11, 2001, in Falkville, Alabama. Mr. Ellard was born on July 20, 1943 the son of Bert D. and Imogene (Shaiffer) Ellard. He was a veteran serving his country in the U. S. Army. On April 6, 1974, he married Carol Peabody who survives. Bert retired from James River Corporation in 1994 with over 25 years of service. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed hunting and bowling and was a life member of VFW Post 6252, Comstock. Other members of his family include: sons, Bert D. Ellard III of Falkville, AL; Darin L. Ellard of Galesburg; daughters, JoAnn (Rocky) Boze of Delton, Christine Ellard of Gobles, and Mellissa (Terry) Lambert of Falkville, AL; brothers, Sherman "Ed" (Mona) Ellard of Charlotte, MI, Danny Ellard of Delton and Roger (Connie) Ellard of Trinity, Alabama; his mother-in-law, Marie Peabody of Delton; eight grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services were conducted Thursday, March 15, 2001, at the Faith ! United Methodist Church. Rev. William A. Hertel, officiated. Interment East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association will be appreciated. Arrangements were made by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, March 20, 2001.)

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Rackley, Pinyan, Blank, Bourdo, Witt, Davis, Holland Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1508 Message Board Post: Daniel W. Rackley, of the Orangeville/Plainwell area, died Monday morning March 12, 2001. Mr. Rackley was born May 9, 1938 in Rome, Georgia, the son of William and Fannie (Pinyan) Rackley. Following the Korean War, he served with the U.S. Army. He had been a Kalamazoo area resident most of his life and was employed with General Motors for 26 years, retiring in 1992. He also was an avid antique buyer in Allegan, Plainwell and surrounding areas. He was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Raymond Rackley. He is survived by five children, Becky (Keith) Blank of Kalamazoo, Cindy (John Blocker) Bourdo of Delton, Bill (Rebecca) Rackley of Kalamazoo, David (Amy) Rackley of Delton, and Rhonda Rackley of Orangeville; 21 grandchildren; two sisters, Betty (Norman) Witt of Signal Mt., TN and Martha (Fred) Davis of Portage; a brother, William Edward Rackley of Kalamazoo; a sister-in-law, Lil Rackley of Plainwell; several aunts and uncles; several nieces and nephews incl! uding Robert C. Holland of Ypsilanti, MI; and several cousins. Services were held Thursday from the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel. Pastor Randy Burnett of the 12th Street Baptist Church officiated. Interment was in Orangeville Cemetery. Memorials may be directed to the Michigan Heart Fund or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Langeland Family Funeral Homes of Kalamazoo. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, March 20, 2001) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Springer, Broadbent, Rodgers, Carpenter, Sutherland Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1507 Message Board Post: Orlo E. Springer, age 77, of Hastings, passed away Friday, March 16, 2001 at Thornapple Manor, Hastings. Mr. Springer was born on April 18, 1923 in Irving Twp., Barry County, Michigan, the son of Joseph and Elsie (Broadbent) Springer. He was raised in the Middleville area and attended area schools. He was married to Lydia Rodgers and the marriage ended in divorce. He was employed at Ken Cline Garage, Beebe Chevrolet and Verlinde Chevrolet, all in Middleville, as an auto mechanic. He served as a private in the U.S. Army during World War II. He is survived by his daughter, Roberta (Tom) Carpenter of Hastings; three grandchildren, Tom Jr. (Leslie) Carpenter of Grand Rapids, Ann (Jason) Sutherland of Hastings; Scott (Stephanie) Carpenter of Grand Rapids; six great grandchildren, Brittney and Gabriel Sutherland, Ashley and Kailah Carpenter, Laura and Thomas III Carpenter; son, William (Wilma) Springer, and children. He was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Elise! Springer, son, Roy A. Rodgers, brother, Dick Springer and granddaughter, Melissa Carpenter. Graveside services were held Monday afternoon at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Rev. Kenneth Vaught officiated. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Arrangements were by the Beeler Funeral Home, Middleville. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, March 20, 2001) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Nichols, Knotts, Hill, Farrah, Rodriguez Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1506 Message Board Post: James F. Nichols, age 87, of Hastings, died Wednesday, Dec. 31. 2003 at Hastings Tendercare. He was born Sept. 11, 1916 in Ivydale, West Virginia, the son of Floyd and Calla (Knotts) Nichols. He attended school in Vermontville. Jim lived most of his life in the Vermontville and Hastings area, he worked in the furniture making industry and carpentry business for many years, he also worked at E. W. Bliss in Hastings. He was an avid outdoorsman, where he enjoyed hunting and fishing. Jim married Grace M. Hill on Nov. 1, 1947, and she died Nov. 30, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents; step-son, Tom Farrah; and granddaughter, Lisa Rodriguez. Surviving are six children, Sally (William) Rodriguez of Middleville, John (Joanie) Nichols of Hastings; Nancy Nichols of Alexander, Virginia, Terry (Claire) Nichols of Hastings, David (Sandy) Nichols of Hastings, Jim (Linda) Farrah of Delton; daughter-in-law, Joy Farrah of Hastings; 17 grandchildren; 32 great grandchildren an! d two great great grandchildren. Memorial services will be held Friday, Jan. 9, 2004 at 3 p.m. at the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. Rev. Steve Reid officiating. Burial will be at Hastings Township Cemetery. Memorials can be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by the Girrbach Funeral Home in Hastings. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: McDonald, Ayres, Hill, Lester, Willison, Tolles Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1505 Message Board Post: Velma I. McDonald, age 92, of Hastings, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004 at Pennock Hospital. Mrs. McDonald, was born on April 12, 1911 in Nashville, the daughter of Glenn and Henrietta (Ayres) Hill. She was raised in the Nashville area and attended Guy and Beigh schools. She moved to Hastings in 1990 from Lansing. She was married to Kenneth McDonald and he died in 1976. She was employed at Oldsmobile in Lansing for 26 years, retiring in 1979. She had previously worked at Parmalee's Dress Shop in Hastings, Hastings Manufacturing Company, and International Seal & Lock Company in Hastings. She was a member of Women of the Moose, the Eagles Lodge, American Legion Auxiliary and Lansing Local #652 U.A.W. Mrs. McDonald is survived by sons, Jack (Bernita) McDonald of Nashville, William (Dixie) McDonald of Walldorf, MD and Robert (Betty) McDonald of Hastings; 13 grandchildren; several great and great great grandchildren; sister, Doris Lester of Frostproof, Florida; special cousins,! Mildren (Erwin) Willison of Hickory Corners. Preceding her in death were parents; husband, Kenneth; sister, Belle Tolles; and brother, Kenneth Hill. Visitation will be Tuesday, Jan. 6 from 11 a.m. until service time at the funeral home. Services will be held 12 noon Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004 at Wren Funeral Home with Chaplain Carla Smith officiating. Burial will be at Lakeview Cemetery in Nashville. Memorial contributions may be made to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation or charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Conley, Furlong, Stuart, Mugridge, Townsend, Conklin Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1504 Message Board Post: Robert G. Conley, age 84, of Kalamazoo and formerly of Hastings, died Thursday, Jan. 1, 2004 at Tendercare of Portage. Mr. Conley was born on Sept. 30, 1919 in Woodland Township, Barry County, the son of Glenn and Elsie (Furlong) Conley. He was raised in Woodland and Carlton Townships and attended the Woodland School. He was a veteran of World War II serving in the U.S. Army. He moved to Hastings in the 1930's where he lived until moving to Kalamazoo in 2001. He was married to Lorna J. Stuart on April 28, 1941. He was employed at E. W. Bliss Company for 38 years, retiring in 1980. He was a member of Ringo Swingo Square Dance Club, Hastings V.F.W. and American Legion, Charter Member of Hastings Elks #1965, member U.A.W., enjoyed hunting, fishing, snowmobiling, midget race car driving and was an aviation enthusiast. Supervised the Barry County Fair workers for many years. Wintered in Lake Placid, Florida for several years. Mr. Conley is survived by son, Gary R. (Beck! y) Conley of Portage; twin granddaughters, Alyssa Sue and Brianna June; brother, Harold (Helena) Conley of Rockford; sister, Betty Mugridge of Shelbyville. Preceding him in death were his parents; wife, Lorna on September 29, 1995; sisters, Vonda Townsend and Mildred Conklin; brothers-in-law, Ralph "Bud" Stuart and Dean Stuart. Services were held Monday, Jan. 5, 2004 at Wren Funeral Home with Pastor Kenneth R. Vaught officiating. Burial was at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Robert G. Conley Memorial Fund for the education of his twin granddaughters or the charity of one's choice. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Francisco, VanNortwick, Wheating, Thurber, Cherf, Cohen, Pashos, Kenfield Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1503 Message Board Post: Thelma E. Francisco, age 82, of Hastings, died Sunday, Jan. 4, 2004 in Battle Creek. Mrs. Francisco was born on March 12, 1921 in Sturgis, the daughter of Arthur and Merle (VanNortwick) Wheating. She moved to Hastings with her family in 1928 and attended Hastings Schools, graduating in 1939 from Hastings High School. She was married to Robert C. Francisco on November 23, 1940. She was employed at Hastings Mutual Insurance Co. for several years and during World War II she worked in the office of Eaton Manufacturing Company in Battle Creek. She was a loving wife, mother and grandmother. Mrs. Francisco is survived by her daughter, Janet (Jim) Thurber; son, Richard C. Francisco; grandsons, Scott and Chris Thurber; sister, Virginia (Frank) Cherf; special friends, Henrietta Cohen, Sharon Pashos, Connie and Frank Kenfield. The family wishes to give special thanks to Sharon Pashos, her caregiver for several months. Preceding her in death were her parents and husband, Robert ! on Oct. 7, 2001. Respecting her wishes, private services will be held. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Thelma Elizabeth Francisco Memorial Fund. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Bryce, Ross, Grody, Taylor, Scholl Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1502 Message Board Post: Dustin Michael Bryce, age 16, of Middleville went to be with his Lord and Savior, Friday, Jan. 2, 2004 at Mancelona. Dustin M. Bryce was born on March 30, 1987 in Shelby, the son of Laura and Tony Ross and Jeff and Jenelle Grody. He was raised in Middleville. Dustin was a student at Caledonia High School in the 11th grade. Dustin was an avid movie watcher, video game buff and computer wizard. He loved music and playing his guitar. He is survived by his parents, Tony and Laura Ross of Middleville and Jeff and Jenelle Grody of Mancelona; two sisters, Hallie Ross and Raegan Ross, both of Middleville; grandparents, Sarah and Lee Taylor of Eaton Rapids, Steve and Faye Ross of Hillsdale, Louie and Cathy Scholl of Mancelona and Gordon and Billie Grody of East Jordan; many, many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and a host of friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfather, Howard Bryce and Uncle Scott Bryce. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004 at 1 p.m. at ! the First Baptist Church of Middleville M-37 North of Middleville. Pastor Jack Doorlag officiating. Interment Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. Arrangements by the Beeler Funeral Home. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Sweeney, Welsh, Porter, Kenkins, Reed, Blough, DeGroot Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1501 Message Board Post: Leslie L. Sweeney, age 66, of Hastings, passed away Saturday, Jan. 3. 2004, at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Campus. Leslie L. Sweeney was born on Sept. 7, 1937 at Antrim County, MI; the son of Leslie J. and Marie (Welsh) Sweeney. He was the owner-operator of Les's Sanitary Service. Some of Les's hobbies were trucks, muscle cars, antique tractors, quads, motorcycles and snowmobiles. He enjoyed sharing these hobbies with his family. Most of all he was a caring and loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather, and enjoyed spending time with his loved ones. He was married to Roberta Porter Sept. 8, 1987. He is survived by his wife, Roberta Sweeney; his children, Kelley (Charles) Jenkins of Middleville, Jim Sweeney of Hastings, Bill (Becky) Sweeney of Middleville, Pat (Tracey) Sweeney of Dowling, Les Sweeney and fiancee Katrina Reed of Hastings; his first wife, Yvonne Sweeney of Middleville; 12 grandchildren: Jennifer (Leo) Blough of Middleville, Mike Sweeney o! f Freeport, Paula (Joe) DeGroot of Rochester, N.Y., John Sweeney of Middleville, Jesse Sweeney of Hastings, Shannon Jenkins of Middleville, Shelby Sweeney of Hastings, Andy Sweeney of Middleville, Chris Sweeney of Hastings, Matthew Sweeney of Hastings, Scott Sweeney of Dowling, Dillon Sweeney of Hastings and one due in March; four great grandchildren, Kiara Blough, Zellie Sweeney, Izzabella Sweeney and Lelia Sweeney. Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 5, 2004 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Pastor Don Brail officiating. Interment Irving Cemetery, Irving Township. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. (The Hastings "Reminder" Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: French, Shupp, Haskins, Barnes, Benham, Piercefield, Freitel, Pifer, Erb, Waite Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1500 Message Board Post: Mary Jean French, age 76, of Lake Odessa, went to be with her Lord on Saturday morning, Jan. 3, 2004. Mary Jean was born in Odessa Township, on May 19, 1927 to Lloyd and Alice (Shupp) Haskins. She was a proud graduate of Lake Odessa High School in 1944. Mary Jean had worked as a cook in various restaurants in the Lake Odessa area for over 20 years. She loved people, but the most important people to her were all the members of her family. Mary Jean is survived by her children, Mike (Debbie) Barnes of Bellevue, Vicki (Jeff Lackey) Benham of Lake Odessa, Dennis Barnes of Ionia, Sherri (Ron) Piercefield of Lake Odessa, Debra (Erhard) Freitel of Battle Creek, Dawn (Steve) Pifer of Saranac; "special daughter", Beverly (Roger) Erb of Ionia; 12 grandchildren; five great grandchildren and one eagerly anticipated; sister, Joyce (Richard) Waite of Alto; mother-in-law, Clara French of Lake Odessa; and many other loving relatives and friends. Mary Jean was preceded in death by her ! parents; her husband, William French; brothers, Willard Haskins and Gerald Haskins; and son-in-law, James D.K. Benham. In keeping with Mary Jean's wishes, cremation has taken place. The family will receive relatives and friends from 6-8 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004 at the Lakewood United Methodist Church, where a memorial service will be held at 1 p.m. on Wednesday with her nephew, John Waite officiating. Interment will take place in Lakeside Cemetery. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood Community Ambulance, the American Cancer Society, or to a hospice group of the donor's choosing. Arrangements were made by the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Reid, Cowling, Robinson, Tredinnick Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1499 Message Board Post: Clarence E. Reid, age 89, of Nashville passed away Friday, Jan. 2, 2004 at Pennock Hospital in Hastings. Mr. Reid was born Aug. 25, 1914 in Gaylord, the son of Fred and Eva (Cowling) Reid. He was raised in the Gaylord and Battle Creek areas, and attended school there. The family moved to the Nashville area during his teenage years. On June 4, 1944, at the Methodist Church in Bellevue, he married Margaret Robinson. The couple lived in Kalamo during their early years together, then moved to the Nashville area where they established their family farm and raised their family. Clarence was employed at Kelloggs in Battle Creek for over 25 years as a cereal processor, retiring in 1976. He loved farming and raising livestock. He was an avid outdoorsman who enjoyed hunting and fishing. Clarence was always doing something; after retiring, he kept himself busy fixing bicycles for the area children. In his later years he enjoyed putting puzzles together, spending time on the p! ontoon boat, and spending time with his grandchildren; whom he especially enjoyed as babies. He is survived by his wife of 59 years Margaret; his children, Darwin (Tammie) Reid, Vernon (JoAnne) Reid, Anetta (David) Tredinnick, Darrel (Karen) Reid, Vaughn (Dianna) Reid, Ardie (Sue) Reid, Jerry (Jacky) Reid; 23 grandchildren; 16 great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by five brothers; three sisters and a grandson, David. Funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 6, 2004 at the Grace Community Church, Pastors Don Roscoe and Rob VanEngen officiating. Memorial contributions can be made to the American Lung Association, Grace Community Church, or Nashville Ambulance Service. Arrangements were made by the Daniels Funeral Home, Nashville. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: France, Mater, Fowler, Potter, Klett Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1498 Message Board Post: Rebecca Lynn (Mater) France "Beccy" - age 40 - of Nashville, went to be with the Lord on Jan. 3, 2004, after a short battle with cancer. Beccy was born Dec. 2, 1963 to Gene & Shirley (Fowler) Mater at Pennock Hospital, Hastings. She graduated from Maple Valley School, Class of 1982. She married Paul James France on July 3, 1982, and they resided in Nashville, for their 21 years together. She was avidly involved in 4-H throughout her lifetime. She exhibited as a youth, and served as club leader and superintendent for many years. She enjoyed serving as non-livestock judge for area counties, including Eaton and Kalamazoo Counties. She also had a passion for Arabian horses, which she rode and foaled for many years. She is survived by husband, Paul France; son Matthew France, daughter Stephanie France, and son Darius France; all of Nashville. Parents: Gene & Shirley Mater of Nashville. Siblings: Crystal (Mark) Potter of Nashville; Charles (Darla) Mater of Nashville; J! im (Jeri) Mater of Vermontville; David (Dawn) Mater of Nashville; and Ann (Helmut) Klett of Marshall and many nieces and nephews. A Memorial Service is to be held Friday, Jan. 11, 2004 at 1 pm at Nashville Baptist Church. Memorial Contributions can be made to Nashville Baptist Church, Barry County 4-H, or Barry Community Hospice. Arrangements by Daniels Funeral Home. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Davis, Felder, Mohona, Philpott, Brooker, Shaw, Washburn, Yancer Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1497 Message Board Post: Myrna Aurilla (Felder) Davis, age 97, of Battle Creek, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Jan. 1, 2004 at home in Delton. Myrna was born to Abraham and Lepha (Mohona) Felder on May 27, 1906. Myrna married Charles Davis on September 8, 1925 and they celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in 1975. She lived in the Augusta area for 58 years before moving to Battle Creek, where she resided for 20 years. She graduated from Delton High School in 1923. Myrna was a member of the Augusta Baptist Church. She was a life member of the VFW 565. Fort Custer Laundry, during WW II, employed Myrna for 13 years until its closing. She was then employed by Percy Jones Laundry, Blue Ribbon Laundry, Detroit Waste Laundry, supervised the Urbandale Wash and Dry and was employed by the Basket Factory in Augusta, until its closing. For many years during her spare time she was an Avon representative and sold hand-made crafts. Myrna was a resident of Cherry Hill Manor, Battle Creek, where ! she was president for four years and remained very active in various programs. She was a member of the Friendship Birthday Club and enjoyed bingo, crafts and crocheting. Also during her 20 years of residency at Cherry Hill Manor, she made many friends and thoroughly enjoyed welcoming new residents. Surviving are her children, Letha Philpott and Donna (Bruce) Brooker of Dowling. Morris Davis of Macy, IN; Shirley (Robert) Shaw, Fort Wayne, IN: 19 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren and six great great grandchildren. Preceding her in death was her husband, Charles; her parents; a brother, Floyd Felder; sisters, Arlynn Felder and Edna Washburn; her daughter, Marvel Yancer and her son, Ardia Davis. Myrna's love for her family was only out shined by her love for her Lord Jesus Christ. She will truly be missed. Funeral services were conducted Monday, Jan. 5, 2004 at 2 p.m. at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. Burial services at East Hickory Corners Cemetery. Mem! orial may be made to the American Heart Association, the American Lung Association or the American Cancer Society. Arrangements were made by Williams-Gores Funeral Home, Delton. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Erb, Shade, Haney, Ackley, Hendrick, Moore, McConnell Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1496 Message Board Post: Dorothy M. Erb, age 93, of Lake Odessa, went Home to be with her Lord and Savior on Friday afternoon, Jan. 2, 2004. Dorothy was born in Lake Odessa on May 20, 1910 to Edward and Grace (Shade) Haney. She had been involved with the family farm all of her life. Dorothy loved her family, but above all she loved God and was faithful to Him. She was joyful and diligent in her service to the Lake Odessa Grace Brethren Church for over 50 years. Dorothy is survived by her son, Arnold and Linda Erb; grandchildren, Anita Ackley, Nancy (Douglas) Hendrick, Gordon (Wanda) Erb, and Kevin (Michele) Erb; great grandchildren, Nicholas, Nathan, Jessica, Sarah, Tyler, Lauren, Chelsea, and Jacquelyn; sister, Anolah (Charlie) Moore; niece, Amanda (Jerry) McConnell; and many other loving relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Roy Erb; and brother, Edsel Haney. The funeral service was held Monday, Jan. 5 at the Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. Burial t! ook place in Lakeside Cemetery. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to the Lakewood Community Ambulance. Arrangements were made by Koops Funeral Chapel in Lake Odessa. (The Hastings "Reminder", Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Foote, Hall, Loew, Hermenitt Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1495 Message Board Post: Robert James Foote, age 53, of Middleville, passed away of cancer and went to be with the Lord Thursday, Dec. 18, 2003. He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Elizabeth Foote; brothers, Lawrence and Clarence Foote; brother-in-law, Gene Hall; and sister-in-law, Connie Foote. He is survived by his sisters, Barbara Hall, Charmaine, Marilyn (Will) Loew, Ruby (Ron) Hermenitt; brothers, Marv (Ruth) Foote, Don (Dawn) Foote; many nephews and nieces and special friends, Julie, Nick, Roger and Bob. Bob graduated from Community College and attended WMU. He held a variety of jobs, some of which took him to many parts of the world including Taiwan and the Ukraine. His hobbies included farming and Classic Cars. Funeral services were held Monday, Dec. 22 at the Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. Fr. David E. LeBlanc officiated. Interment at Mt. Hope Cemetery, Middleville. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial donations to Hospice Home of Hope, 1175 68th St! . Arrangements by Beeler Funeral Chapel, Middleville. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Lee, Babcock, Rorabeck, Beebe or Bebee Classification: Query Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/QFB.2ACE/1494 Message Board Post: Can someone please give me an update on the new Barry County history book. When will it be ready? Thanks

This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Hall, Garrison, DeMott Classification: Obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/an/QFB.2ACE/1493 Message Board Post: Darrel W. Hall, 91, of Hastings, died Friday, Jan. 2, 2004 at Woodlawn Meadows in Hastings. Mr. Hall was born on Nov. 8, 1912 in Hastings Township, Barry County, the son of Forest and Gladys (Garrison) Hall. He was raised in Hastings Township and attended the Star School, graduating in 1931 from Hastings High School. He was married to Beatrice H. DeMott on April 12, 1935. He moved to Hastings in 1972 from Battle Creek. He had previously lived in Jackson and Lansing. He was employed at Consumers Power Company for 40 years, 23 of those in supervision. He retired in April 1975. He was a member of Hastings First United Methodist Church, Methodist Mens Group, former member of Hastings Rotary and Hastings Chamber of Commerce, served as a board member of the Battle Creek Salvation Army, served on the advisory committee for the Hastings School Board for several years. Mr. Hall is survived by sons, Darrel (Mildred) Hall of Lansing and Willard (Fran) Hall of Portage; 11 grand! children; 15 great grandchildren; brother, Norman (Mildred) Hall of Hastings; nieces and nephews. Preceding him in death were his parents; his wife, Beatrice on Aug. 1, 2001; son, Marvin in 1997; and brother, Dale Hall in 1983. Visitation will be Tuesday Jan. 6, from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home. Services will be held 1 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2004 at Wren Funeral Home with Rev. Kathy Brown officiating. Burial will be at Hastings Riverside Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to First United Methodist church or Battle Creek Salvation Army. Arrangements were made by Wren Funeral Home of Hastings. (The Hastings "Reminder" - Tuesday, January 6, 2004) Transcriber has no family connection.