Obituaries
Clyde G. Isham
Clyde G. Isham, 90 of St. Johns and formerly of Ovid, MI died on Tuesday, November 24, 2015 at Grace Haven Assisted Living Center. He was born on November 21, 1925 in Washington, D.C. the son of Clyde A. and Una (Dorsey) Isham. Clyde served in the U.S. Navy and was a certified engineer in tool design for the communications industry, as well as being an ordained minister. He was married to Dorcas Sellers for 41 years, and following her death he married Phyllis Nichols , who died in 2013. His oldest daughter, Linda (Court) Longbrook preceded him in death. Clyde was member of Grove Bible Church, The American Legion, and Gideon’s International. Clyde also served for a time on the Indiana State Board of Child Evangelism Fellowship, International.
Surviving him are his children, James (Jeanine) Isham of Greenwood IN, Cheryl (Tim) Tanner of Harrison MI, Gary (Karen) Isham of North Richland Hills TX, Diane (Steve) Bartel of Greer SC, 11 grandchildren, 14 great grandchildren, five step children, and many step grandchildren and great grandchildren.
The family will receive friends and relatives at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home in St. Johns on Monday, November 30, 2015, 3-7 p.m. The funeral service will be held at Keck-Coleman Funeral Home on Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 11:00 A.M. with Pastor Brendon Holmquist and Pastor Larry Smith officiating. Burial will follow at Middlebury Cemetery, Ovid, MI. Memorial contributions may be made to Gideon’s International, Memorial Bible Chairman, PO Box 62, St. Johns, MI 48879.
Gerald D. Lapham
Gerald D. Lapham, age 91, of Dewitt, MI passed away Monday, November 23, 2015 at his home. Gerald was born in Olive Township, MI on July 27, 1924, the son of Clyde G. and Neita (Bancroft) Lapham and lived in Olive Township all of his life. Gerald was a SGT (T3) in the US Army during WWII – European Theatre Operation. Gerald married Evelyn A. Taylor on December 27, 1947; she preceded him in death on August 7, 1998 after 50 years of marriage. He retired from the Wohlert Corporation in 1983 after 36 years of service. Gerald liked to make things grow, except his grass. He did a lot of fishing with Evelyn and enjoyed woodworking, leather craft, square dancing with the Maple Twirlers, and crocheting during the winter months.
Gerald is survived by several nieces and nephews and a sister-in-law Marilyn Lapham of Bay City, MI. Gerald was preceded in death by his parents, and his brother Durward “Duke” Lapham.
A Graveside Service will be held at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, November 27, 2015 with Pastor Mona Kindel officiating and Military Honors to follow. Memorials contributions may be made to Sparrow – Clinton Home Hospice or St. Johns VFW. The family is being served by Smith Family Funeral Homes, St. Johns, Michigan.
Louise Ethel Pagel
Louise Ethel Pagel, passed away on November 22, 2015 at the age of 86. She was born in Mecosta, MI, on May 7, 1929, the daughter of Dale and Gladys Decker. Louise was preceded in death by her husband, Lyle Leon Pagel on February 9, 1989.
Surviving are her children, Sandy Tacey, Peggy (Tom) Lippert, Sharon (John) Brown and Karen (Michael Jupp) Cain, ten grandchildren, Mathew, Karie, Rhonda, Gina, Gregory, Calvin, Wayne, Frederick, Tabitha and Karen, several great grandchildren, sisters, Ruth Clark and Georganna (Perk) Perkins and many nieces, nephews and cousins. Louise was preceded in death by her parents, Dale and Gladys Decker and four sisters.
Funeral Services will be at 1:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 25, 2015 at the Osgood Funeral Home, 104 E. Cass St., St. Johns, with Pastor Tim Olson officiating, burial to follow at Mt. Rest Cemetery. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorial contributions to Eaton Community Palliative Care.
The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.
Marriage licenses filed the week of November 16, 2015
Dennis George Mitchell, 56 of Eagle and Tina Marie Symington, 54 of Lansing
Shawn Paul Reiley, 40 of Laingsburg and Charlotte Rae Blazo, 30 of Laingsburg
Tyler Cole Billingsley, 21 of DeWitt and Sasha Emily Berry, 20 of Lansing
Garret Michael Smith, 24 of DeWitt and Debi Ellen Schwab, 25 of DeWitt
MMDHD Calendar – December 2015
Family Planning Clinic Schedule
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department’s Family Planning Clinics provide confidential care to men and women in need of contraception and reproductive health services. Charges for services and supplies are based on income. The Family Planning Clinics are scheduled as follows:
Mid-Michigan District Health Department
1307 E. Townsend Road
St. Johns, MI 48879
December 1: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 8: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 15: 8 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m
December 22: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. to 6 p.m
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.
Hearing and Vision Screening Clinic
Vision screening is required for all children entering kindergarten. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department offers free vision testing, as well as hearing screening tests for all children ages 3 to 21. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 227-3125, Monday through Friday.
WIC Benefit Pick-Up Schedule
Pregnant and breastfeeding women, infants and children up to 5 years old may be eligible for free food through the WIC (Women, Infants and Children) program. The Mid-Michigan District Health Department WIC Benefit Pick-up Clinics are scheduled as follows:
December 2
December 14
December 23: at Mid-Michigan District Health Department, 1307 E. Townsend Road in St. Johns, from 9 a.m. to Noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.
In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) policy, this institution is prohibited from discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability. To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, Room 326-W, Whitten Building, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call (202) 720-5964 (voice and TDD). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Immunization Clinics
The Mid-Michigan District Health Department Immunization Clinics are to be held as follows:
Mid-Michigan District Health Department
1307 E. Townsend Road
St. Johns, MI 48879
December 7: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 9: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m
December 14: 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
December 21: 9 a.m to 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Immunizations will be available for adults and children eight weeks of age through adulthood, appointments are preferred. For more information or to schedule an appointment, call (989) 224-2195, Option 5, Monday through Friday.