Henry P. Turcotte, Carole Sally George, Sharlene Kae Smalley, Karen Sue Prior
Henry P. Turcotte
Henry (Hank) P. Turcotte, age 83, passed into eternal presence with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on June 20, 2013. Hank was born on July 2, 1929 to Collin and Christine (Jeanotte) Turcotte in Rolla, North Dakota and moved to Michigan when he was 11. He served 3 years in the Air Force and was a Korean War Veteran. He married Lurenea Cornell in Lansing, Michigan in May of 1958 and they recently celebrated 55 years of marriage. He and Lurenea built a home together in Dewitt where they lived for 53 years. He was a lifetime member of VFW 701 and was a proud member of Teamsters Local 580 for 33 years before retiring in 1986. He was instrumental in starting the first Cub Scout Pack 515 in Riley Township.
He is survived by his loving wife Lurenea, daughter: Renee-Laura (Eric) Hoekstra, and sons: Patrick (Debbie) Turcotte, Steve (Uta) Turcotte, Glenn (Wanda) Turcotte, and Gene (Karen) Turcotte. He is also survived by 15 grandchildren, 4 great-grand children with 1 on the way. He was preceded in death by his parents, 5 brothers and 3 sisters. He is also survived by 4 sisters.
Funeral will be held at Trinity Church, 3355 Dunkle St., Lansing, Michigan at 11 a.m. on Thursday, June 27, 2013 with a visitation from 10 a.m. – 11 a.m. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be sent to the Turcotte family residence to be used according to the wishes of the family. Condolences may be offered to the family online at: www.PurseFuneralHome.com.
Carole Sally George
Carole Sally George passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 23, 2013, after a 20 year battle with diabetes. She was born August 11, 1934 in Owosso, MI to Ernest Miller and Louise Zuckschwerdt. They preceded her in death along with both of her siblings, Duane and Darlene Miller.
She leaves behind to grieve her passing her four children: Alana Johnson of Haslett, Chris (Kathy) George of St. Johns, Jenesse (Bill) Coleman of Pompeii and Darcy George of St. Johns. Also left to mourn are her 9 beautiful grandchildren: Allyssa (John) Johnson, Carly and Logan Coleman, Kadeem Johnson, Erin (Troy) Fedewa, and Emily, Nathan, Audrey and Benjamin George. Also missing her is her constant companion for the last 12 years, her beloved cat Tiger. Carole was married on February 24, 1962 to Edwin George and he preceded her in death in 2009. Before marriage she worked at Miller’s Furniture and Upholstery Shop that was owned by her father. She was also employed at the St. Johns Reminder.
Carole was a good and loving soul who was cherished by all who knew her. She enjoyed crossword puzzles, word searches and “Jumble” to keep her mind sharp. In her younger days, she loved horseback riding on her family’s farm. She had a great love of animals, most of all cats. She also liked to watch birds. Her other great love was the Detroit Tigers. Her last wish was to see them win the World Series again. Sadly, this was not meant to be.
In tribute to our mom/grandmother, cheer on the Tigers this year. Adopt a stray pet. Smell the beautiful flowers in bloom. Wear her favorite color, lavender. Most of all, be kind to everyone you meet and enjoy every precious day of your beautiful life.
As per Carole’s wishes, there will be no services. The family was served by Osgood Funeral Homes.
Sharlene Kae Smalley
Sharlene Kae Smalley was born in Reed City, MI, January 24, 1948 to Herman Peepers and Florence Stube and raised in St. Johns, MI by her mother and adoptive father, Dean Wilkie. She died at Hospice House of Mid-Michigan, June 17, 2013. Sherrie graduated from Rodney B. Wilson High School in St. Johns, Class of 1966 and went to work immediately for Michigan State University where she remained until her retirement 41 years later.
In 1974 she married Larry W. Smalley and was blessed with two children, Kelly (Brant) Yarger, and Larry Jr. She also leaves three grandchildren who adore her and who she couldn’t do enough for: Zachary, Sydney, and Mitchell Yarger.
Sherrie was an active member of the Women of the Moose, Chapter 116 and was a member of the Academy of Friendship and of the College of Regents. She also loved to travel with her husband and went on several cruises, several trips to Hawaii, and other family vacations. At one point they had a seasonal camp site at Horsehead Lake which they kept for several years before they began their traveling.
At Sherrie’s request there will be no services. She wanted everyone who knew her to remember her during the good times and lift a glass in toast to her spirit and wish her God Speed on her next journey. The family would also like to express their extreme gratitude to the wonderful staff of care givers at the Sparrow Hospital Neuro-intensive Care Unit for the loving attention they gave Sherrie during her long stay there and also to Hospice House. Share memories of Sherrie at www.cremationmichigan.com
Karen Sue Prior
Karen Sue Prior, age 55, of St. Johns, MI passed away at her home on Thursday, June 20, 2013 after a long illness. She went to be with her Lord in heaven.
A Memorial Service will be held on Friday, June 28, 2013 at 11:00 A.M. at Lowe United Methodist Church, 5485 W. Lowe Road, St. Johns, MI, with Scott McCausey officiating.
Karen was born in Lansing, MI on November 12, 1957, the daughter of Martin and Alice (Platte) McCausey. Karen married Roger L. Prior on April 22, 1977. She formerly worked for Andy’s IGA and for Spartan Printing for 28 years. Karen loved writing, reading, hats and sitting by the fire. She enjoyed watching the sun rise and set and the sound of the wind. She loved spending time with her family. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, MI.
Karen is survived by her husband of 36 years Roger Prior, daughter Angela and Dennis Feldpausch, 2 sons; Cody Prior and Jesse Prior, and 2 grandchildren; Hunter and Bailey Feldpausch, all of St. Johns, MI, brother Jim and Linda McCausey of St. Johns, MI, sister Julie and Jeff Silm of St. Johns, MI, sister Nancy and Lee Saxton of Perrinton, MI, sister Sue and Gene Dunsmore of St. Johns, MI, brother Tom and Jill McCausey of Fort Wayne, IN, sister Colleen and Dean Sharick of St. Johns, MI and numerous nieces, nephews, aunts and uncles. Karen was preceded in death by her parents.
Memorials may be made to Charity of the Family’s Choice. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns, Michigan.
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