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Lori Denise Hansen
Lori Denise Hansen of St. Johns, MI, age 58, passed from our world into the Kingdom of God, Sunday June 4, 2023 at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing MI.
Lori was born in Flint, MI, Oct 1, 1964, the daughter of Frank and the late Sue Baldwin. Lori graduated from Ainsworth High School in Flint, MI in 1982. Lori married the love of her life Douglas J Hansen on April 30, 1983.
Lori was heavily involved in the Humane Society and was an active member of Pet Sitters of America. She was owner of Wags & Whiskers Pet Sitting Service. She loved animals and was a champion for their ethical treatment. She loved her dogs immensely and derived much comfort and joy from their constant companionship. Lori also enjoyed gardening. She had a joy of flowers and the comfort they provided not only to her, but to others as well.
Lori was employed by Southern Transcript in Woodstock, GA for much of her career and most recently, Clinton County Transit Authority in St. Johns, MI.
Lori is survived by her husband of forty years, Douglas J. Hansen, and their daughter Ashley Lynn Hansen both of St. Johns MI, her father Frank Baldwin, grandson Brayden Halliday, brother Jeff (Tami) Baldwin, sister Lynn (Scott) Simmons, in-Laws Donald Jr. (Duck!) and Marjorie Hansen, Michael and Debbie Robbins, Rick Hale, several nieces, nephews, cousins and current pup Semper.
Lori was preceded in death by her mother Sue, brother Michael, grandparents Howard and Mable Wood, and in-laws Donald and Shirley Hansen Sr. She was also preceded in death by her pups: Sabbath – Angus – Ozzie – Tesla – Lexie – Rosco and Jager.
Those desiring may make donations on Lori’s behalf to the Humane Society, Pet Rescue or Animal Shelter of their choice. For further information please visit McGeehan Funeral Home, Keck-Coleman Chapel, St. Johns.
Kay Wilkie
Kay Wilkie, a long time resident of St. Johns, Michigan, died on June 4, 2023 at the age of 83.
Born on August 14, 1939 in Ithaca, Michigan, the daughter of Paul and Freda (Gantz) Barnes, Kay grew up in St. Johns where she was a 1958 graduate of St. Johns High School. She went on to serve as a secretary with St. Johns Public Schools at East Essex Elementary School for many years until her retirement in 2000. In retirement she enjoyed gardening and serving as a bartender at American Legion Post 153 in St. Johns.
Kay is survived by her daughters, Lynne (Rick) Priester and Brenda (Doug) Fedewa; her daughter-in-law, Cindi Wilkie; grandchildren, Nathan (Katlyn) Wilkie, Melissa (Justin) Simmons, Nicholas Belt, Lindsay (Matt) Fowler, Aubrey Makara and Alec Makara; great grandchildren, Ashlyn, Lacey, Scotty, Lennox, and Kennedy; her sister, Ruth Schultz; sisters and brother-in-law, Barb (Tom) Trefil and Virginia Barnes, and many nieces, nephews, and dear friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother, Les Barnes, brothers and sisters-in-law, Jerry (Barb) Barnes and Tom (Janet) Walker. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Glen Wilkie in 1981 and sons, Scott and Paul Wilkie.
A private graveside service will be held with interment in Eureka Cemetery.
The family is being served by McGeehan Funeral Home, Keck-Coleman Chapel.
Jacob Wayne Webster
Jacob Wayne Webster of DeWitt, was born on July 13, 1992 in Lansing, Michigan, the youngest of three children born to Ralph G. Webster, Jr. and Julie Ann Owen, and left us far too soon, on June 3, 2023 after being struck by a deer while traveling on his quad. Jake was an ambitious, dedicated, charismatic, and adventurous soul who touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. Jake lived his life to the fullest, always surrounded by people he loved, embracing adventure and never shying away from a challenge.
Jake graduated from St. Johns High School in 2010, was a dedicated worker and worked numerous places before he landed at the State of Michigan Department of Technology, Management and Budget. He worked his way from laborer to maintenance mechanic – always aspiring to grow and achieve.
A talented carpenter and a natural people person, Jake also turned his passion for helping others into a thriving business, Ten Point Improvements. His love for life was evident in his hobbies, which included working, his family and friends, hunting, his golf cart, and lighting up his house and vehicles like a disco ball. He had a special bond with his grandmother Iva, and cherished the opportunity to buy her land and continue the generations of trouble and adventures on the property.
At the heart of Jake’s life was his family. Meeting Bailee Wilkins at a family wedding, he knew immediately that she was “the one.” They met on June 4, 2017, quickly fell in love, married on August 3, 2019, and welcomed the light of their lives, their son Walker, on June 9, 2022. He was overjoyed at the news of welcoming another son this August.
Jake was the perfect family man and father who loved Bailee and Walker tremendously and loved to go on adventures with them. Together they enjoyed kayaking, boating, traveling, Sunday dinners, hunting, dancing at Tequila Cowboy, vacationing together and more. Jake had a great love of (loud, eclectic) music, but with “three left feet”, he took dancing lessons in order to share in one of Bailee’s passions. Every weekend he was able, Jake would host bonfires and dinners at his house for family and friends. He always made sure that family and friends were at the center of his world.
Jake’s engaging, warm spirit will be deeply missed by his wife, Bailee Webster; their son, Walker and their baby boy due in August; his mother, Julie Owen; grandmother, Jenny Owen; sister, Elizabeth Webster; brother, Ralph (Alisha) Webster, III; niece, Isla; in-laws, Chad and Cat Wilkins; brothers and sisters-in-law, Saige, Jacqleen, Symone and Cordell Wilkins; many, many dear friends, including, Zac Martens, Jeff Sillman, Brock Williams, Zach Tallman, Nick Huguelet, Spencer and Dustin Speerbrecker and Lucas Ketchum. He was preceded in death by his father, Ralph Grover Webster, Jr.; sister, Ashley Webster and grandparents, Iva and Willard Farrier, Wayne Owen.
Visitation will be held at McGeehan Funeral Home, Keck-Coleman Chapel, 1500 Waterford Pkwy, St. Johns on Tuesday, June 6, 2023 and Wednesday, June 7, 2023 from 3-7 PM. A Funeral Service will be held at McGeehan Funeral Home, St. Johns on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at 11 AM, with gathering beginning at 10 AM. Cremation will follow. A luncheon will be held at Speer Electric.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to his family, Bailee Webster c/o McGeehan Funeral Home, 1500 Waterford Pkwy, St. Johns MI 48879.