Obituaries
Eric C. Miller
Eric C. Miller, 60, of St. Johns, passed away Sunday, November 29, 2015 in Owosso, MI. He was born in Lansing, MI on March 19, 1955 to Duane and Ruth Ann (Tappert) Miller. He was a graduate of MSU, and worked as a salesman for many years, a career he was passionate about and well-suited for. Eric had an awesome sense of humor and was a kind, caring, and loving man who was always willing to lend a hand to help his neighbors and friends. He loved golfing, Formula One Racing, MSU sports, and above all, his two daughters.
He is lovingly remembered by his two daughters, Allyson and Samantha Miller; his wife, Jodi Miller; his brother, Duane Miller; his sister, Christine Post; and many family and friends. Eric was preceded in death by his parents, Duane and Ruth Ann Miller.
Memorial services will be held on Friday, December 4, 2015 at 11:00am at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. Officiating will be Eric’s brother in law Deacon John Amthor. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service. The family requests that friends write down their special memories of Eric to share throughout the service. For those desiring, memorial contributions may be made to the family at https://www.gofundme.com/gpcdrytw.
Angela Jean Sirrine
Angie Sirrine finally triumphed over multiple sclerosis with her death on November 29, 2015. Angela Jean was a star in every way, as a kid around the block, a soap box derby winner, a young athlete and especially in her role as a funeral director and owner of Osgood Funeral Home in St. Johns. Angie had a compassion unsurpassed in her professional field and it led to friends from all walks of life and all ages. As MS interfered more and more with her physical activity, her relentless will kept her a part of many others lives in the most positive of ways. For one from whom much was taken so early she remained a giver and shining star for others.
Angie was born on December 31, 1954 in St. Johns. She was the daughter of Robert and Dorothy Jean (Osgood) Sirrine of St. Johns. Her parents are both gone. Angie’s brothers; John (Debbie) and Bill (Margo) Sirrine survive her as well as her sister Mary Pat (Rich) VanDam. She is also survived by many a niece and nephew who grew up with her as a wonderful example for a full life experience and a life full of experiences.
Her family invites her friends to share their memories for Angie at Osgood Funeral Home from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm on Wednesday, December 2nd . Funeral services will be held at on Thursday, December 3rd at 11am at Osgood Funeral Home in St. Johns. Burial will be at Union Home Cemetery.
Those wishing to make memorial gifts may consider additions to an endowment for the permanent good of Angie’s community at St Johns Area Community Fund, PO Box 33, St Johns MI 48879 or to a charity of your choice. To learn more about Angie and view her Life Story, please visit her personal webpage at http://www.lifestorynet.com/memories/109846.
Jennifer Lynn Garrod
Jennifer Lynn Garrod, 45, of St. Johns, former adult foster care employee, died November 19, 2015. She was born on December 2, 1969.
Memorial services will be held for Jennifer on Friday, December 11, 2015 at 6:00pm at UAW-Hall 117 W Walker St, St Johns, MI 48879. Memories and condolences may be shared at www.rileyfuneralhome.com.
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 23, 2015
Derek Alan Dancer, 37 of Lansing 48906 and Susan Lynn Penner, 39 of Lansing
Jacob Thomas Pohl, 29 of Westphalia and Laura Lee Koenigsknecht, 26 of Fowler
Chris Allen Hill, 47 of St. Johns and Danielle Judith Hill, 47 of St. Johns
Melvin Dwayne Palmer, 38 of DeWitt and Tiffany Alecanderia Demps, 31 of DeWitt
Johnny Phillip Latta, 47 of DeWitt and Faith Ann Clifford, 48 of DeWitt
Kevin Ray Stockwell, 42 of St. Johns and Nicola Ann Darnell, 40 of St. Johns
Marcos Felipe Calzada Ortiz, 23 of St. Johns and Angelica Martinez-Santacruz, 19 of St. Johns
Divorce decrees filed the week of November 21, 2015
Stover, Bradley C. and Wendy
Hodges, Kimberly Yvonne and James Alan
MacCagnone, David T. and Theresa J.
Anderson, Beth Ann and Larry Merlie Seeley
VanAntwerp, Nanisa Jo and Jeffrey Paul