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Burial marker, Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens, Mount Pleasant, MI
Military Service Plaque, Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens, Mount Pleasant, MI

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Burial marker, Mount Pleasant Memorial Gardens, Mount Pleasant, MI

Obituary:
Mary Bachelder, 96, of Mt. Pleasant, passed away unexpectedly at McLaren Central Michigan, on Saturday, February 12, 2022. Mary was born on January 12, 1926, in Mason Michigan, daughter of the late, Francis and Emma (Hawkins) Goddard. Mary married Enus Bachelder on August 10, 1946, in Onondaga, Michigan and were blessed with 12 children.
She was a lifetime member of the VFW. Mary enjoyed sewing, crossword puzzles, her television shows and gardening. The most important part of her life was her family. She never missed a birthday, anniversary, or important date with anyone. She will be greatly missed.
Mary is survived by her children, Ann Marie Rowell of Oklahoma City, OK, Carolyn Mae Groeneveld of Mt. Pleasant, Gloria Jean (Wayne) Jokilsalo of Bruce Crossing, Sandra Lou (Mike) Schutt of St. Louis, Brenda Cheryle Bachelder of Shepherd, Joyce Jean Elliott of Okemos, Royce James Bachelder of Hope, Paul Allen Bachelder of Mt. Pleasant and David Lee (Gayle) Bachelder of Riverdale; 60+ grandchildren; over 100 great grandchildren; 40+ great-great grandchildren; sister, Violet Jean (Vern) Burns of Mason; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Francis and Emma Goddard; husband, Enus Bachelder; daughter, Sally Jo Foster; sons, Enus Donald Bachelder Jr., and Enus Leroy Bachelder; sisters, Ann Mae Jones, Esther Ryan, Ruth Miller and Betty Mae Dunlap; and brothers, Robert Goddard, Earl Leon Goddard and George Goddard.
Mary's funeral will be held at 11 a.m. Thursday, February 17, at Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home with Don Foster officiating. The family will receive friends on Wednesday from 4-7 p.m. and on Thursday one hour prior to the service. Following the service, all are invited to a luncheon in Lincoln Reception Center (attached to the funeral home). She will be laid to rest next to her husband in Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to the family, in care of Paul Bachelder. Envelopes will be available at the funeral home.

 

Obituary:
Joshua Andrew Scott Davis, of Shepherd Michigan, age 33 years old, was called home to Heaven after losing his life in a tragic automobile accident on October 17, 2022.
Joshua is survived by his Loving fianc�e, Carrie Bachelder of Shepherd: daughter Aerith Rose-Davis of Shepherd; son, Elias Davis of Shepherd; father, Darrin (Deb) Davis of Merrill and Deb�s son Brandon (Erika Power) Donaghy of Shields; mother, Charlene (Matt) Dengler of Shepherd; siblings, Jacob (Dustin Schuch) Davis of Freeland, Jack Davis of Mt Pleasant, Zac Montague of Gladwin, Alyssa (Alex Robertson) Dengler of East Lansing, and Tristan Dengler of Gladwin; grandmother, Joyce Davis of Shepherd; grandparents, Don and Linda Hoffman of Gladwin; and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Joshua was born on June 8, 1989, in Alma, Michigan. Joshua grew up in Shepherd and was a 2007 graduate of Shepherd High School. During his time in Shepherd schools, he was involved in basketball, track, choir, and drama. An important part of his adolescence was spent in youth group through Mt Pleasant First Church of the Nazarene. Between school and youth group Joshua was blessed to have made lots of friends and made lots of wonderful memories. After high school, Joshua joined the work force and held a variety of jobs throughout the years. He was currently employed at Pinnacle Cabinet Co and enjoyed the time he was employed there.
Joshua was very family oriented and was a proud father to Aerith and Elias. Joshua�s face would light up, his eyes would twinkle, and he would get a big ol grin anytime he would talk about those children of his. Of course, his family would not be complete without his fianc�e Carrie Bachelder. Carrie was the love of his life and the mother of his son. Joshua and Carrie were inseparable, and it was evident that they were each other�s �person�. The love they shared will endure into eternity. Along with being a family guy, Joshua was always quick with a joke or a witty, quirky remark. He had a sense of humor the size of Texas and was always looking for ways to pull a prank on a person. Some of you reading this may even have been subject to those pranks! Joshua�s laughter and smile were contagious, and he was gifted with the ability to cheer up the grumpiest of people. It was a true talent! Part of his quirkiness was his trademark silly hats and t-shirts that he was known to wear. This was all part of his M.O. in his attempt to make the world a happier place. Joshua was also an avid reader, loved to play video games-especially Pok�emon- and learn new things regularly. Joshua was compassionate, kind, loyal, and had a love of music and playing his beloved guitar. Above all, Joshua had a love for the Lord, and we take comfort in knowing that he is now in the embrace of our Heavenly Father.
Joshua was welcomed to Heaven by his maternal grandmother Dorothy VanHorn whom he always had a very special bond with, his maternal grandfather Wayne VanHorn, and his paternal grandfather Jack Davis. Also waiting loyally for Joshua at the gates of Heaven were his dogs Biscuit and Hermione whom Joshua had loved fiercely while they were here on Earth with him.
Cremation has taken place and arrangements are being handled by the Charles R. Lux Family Funeral Home. A memorial service for Joshua will be held at the MP Nazarene church which is located at 1980 S. Lincoln Rd, Mt. Pleasant Michigan, 48858. The memorial will be held on October 27, 2022, with visitation starting at 11am and the service starting at 1pm. The memorial service will be officiated by Pastor Jon Croft. A luncheon will be held immediately after the service at the church.
- Charles Lux Funeral Homes

 

 

 

Obituary:
Dorothy Ann Scharnweber, age 88, of St. Johns, MI, passed away Wednesday, December 11, 2024.
A Funeral Service will be held at Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, MI, at 10:00 A.M. on Monday, December 16, 2024, with Deacon Eric Elstro officiating. Burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery, St. Johns, MI, at a later date. Visitation will be held on Monday from 9:00 AM until the time of service at the funeral home.
Dorothy was born in St. Johns, MI on October 5, 1936, the daughter of Ernest Frank and Edna M. (Birdsley) Henning. She was a graduate of St. Johns High School. On October 27, 1956, she married Merritt B. Scharnweber at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns.
Dorothy was an avid quilter. She shared her love of quilting with her sister Lois Whitford, her friend Joann Zimmerman, and daughter Candy. Spending time with her family, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren brought her the greatest joy. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church.
She is survived by her husband Merritt B. Scharnweber of St. Johns, MI; daughter Kathryn Scharnweber of St. Johns, MI; daughter Candice Scharnweber of Williamston, MI; son Paul Scharnweber of Laingsburg, MI; son Merritt and Amanda Scharnweber of Ovid, MI; daughter Margaret Haeck of St. Johns, MI; grandchildren: Morgan and Mallory Scharnweber, also Sarah and Larry Haeck; great-grandchildren: Austin, Aubrey, and Riley. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Mary Jane Scharnweber, daughter-in-law Marian Scharnweber, sisters: Lois Whitford, Joan Rennells also her brother Richard Henning.
Online condolences can be sent to www.smithfamilyfuneralhomes.com.
- Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.

Obituary:
Blake Taylor Merrell, age 60 passed away Monday, September 5, 2016 at his home in Little Elm, Texas. He was born June 11, 1956 in Dallas, Texas to Don Rutherford Merrell and Sally Amanda Taylor. He was raised in Oak Cliff.
His survivors include his beloved wife, Dawn; children, James Merrell, Brittany Ross, son in law Austin Ross, Sydney Merrell, Anna Merrell and Summer Merrell; mother, Sally Merrell Stredwick and brother, Clay Merrell. Blake was preceded in death by father, Don and his brother, Scott Merrell.
Blake�s family have had ties to the Little Elm community since 1960. Blake was first and foremost a family man who cherished his wife who was his soul mate and the love of his life, and his children. His extended family includes a multitude of lifelong friends. He was very outgoing and never met a stranger. He loved sitting on his deck mentoring, offering advice, sharing stories, and giving his opinions (he had many). He loved the outdoors. Hunting, fishing, and riding his Harley motorcycle were his passions.
His businesses were centered in the boating industry. For over 25 years he owned and operated Lewisville Lake Valet Storage Center, and Landlock Marine Transport which included sales, storage, repair, transport, salvage, and yacht brokering. Always a visionary his latest venture was building and opening Big Daddy�s Ribs and BBQ in Little Elm.
Always offering a helping hand to friends and strangers alike his family was his greatest love. His personality was loud, loyal, fiercely protective, loving, generous, respectful, opinionated, and decidedly outspoken. He was his own man, take it or leave it. He is now wrapped in God�s arms.
-Mulkey-Mason Funeral Home

Obituary:
James Newman Sr.; age 88 of Remus passed away Wednesday, March 26, 2025 at MyMichigan Medical Center Alma. James was born July 7, 1936 the son of Ervin and Lena (Harper) Newman. James married Linda Ashpaugh and she preceded him in death. He then married Candy Courser in May 2003.
James served in the U.S. Navy. He then worked at Central Asphalt until he retired. James then started a lawn mowing service and was also a driver for the Amish. He was considered a "jack of all trades".
James is survived by his wife Candy; children Jimmy (Amy) Newman, Jerry (Bonnie) Newman, Kristine (Mike) McCarthy, Gary (Ann) Newman; step-child Derrick (fianc�e Trishia) Uebele and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his son Scott Newman; step-son Warren Uebele; grandson Johnny McCarthy as well as a sister and brother.
Cremation has taken place.
- Berry Funeral Home, Shepherd, MI

 

Obituary:
Merritt B. Scharnweber, 92, of St. Johns, Michigan, passed away Sunday, May 18, 2025, at Grace Haven Assisted Living, St. Johns, Michigan.
Private burial will take place at Mt. Rest Cemetery in St. Johns at a later date.
Merritt was born in Mitchell, South Dakota on June 9, 1932, the son of Merritt P. and Florence M. (Zeitchell ) Scharnweber. Merritt served his country in the U.S. Air Force. On October 27, 1956, he married Dorothy Ann Henning at St. Joseph Catholic Church, St. Johns, Michigan. Dorothy passed away on December 11, 2024.
Merritt worked for General Telephone Company for more than 30 years. He enjoyed railroading and model trains and was an avid bike rider and enjoyed riding Fred Meijer Trail.
He is survived by his daughter Kathryn Scharnweber of St. Johns, MI; daughter Candice Scharnweber of Williamston, MI; son Paul Scharnweber of Laingsburg, MI; son Merritt and Amanda Scharnweber of Ovid, MI; and daughter Margaret Haeck of St. Johns, MI; his grandchildren: Morgan and Mallory Scharnweber, and Sarah and Larry Haeck; great-grandchildren: Austin, Audrey, and Riley; and his sister Karen Ganz. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Mary Jane Scharnweber, daughter-in-law Marian Scharnweber, and his sister Sandra Schmidt.
- Smith Family Funeral Homes - Osgood Chapel, St. Johns, Michigan.

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Burial monument, Oak Grove Cemetery, St Louis, MI

 

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Burial monument, Oak Grove Cemetery, St Louis, MI

Obituary:
Sally Kathryn Gushen, age 72, of St. Louis passed away Thursday, February 11, 2021 with her family by her side. She was born March 30, 1948 in Alma, Michigan the daughter of Lester and Thelma (Garber) Fenner. A proud Huskie, Sally graduated from Breckenridge High School in 1966 and always enjoyed reconnecting with classmates over the years. A few years after graduation, Sally met Rolly Gushen at a New Years Eve party and they married on July 27, 1968 in Breckenridge.
Sally worked for a variety of employers over the years including Dow Chemical Company and Total Petroleum. She retired from the City of Alma as a Dial-a-Ride driver where she was a favorite by many riders, young and old. Sallys favorite and best job though was "mom". Sally loved her girls immensely and took great pride in them. She was a devoted wife and loved her grandsons and great-granddaughter beyond measure.
Sally had a deep sense of family. She was close with her parents and had fond childhood memories of growing up on the farm. Some of her best times were with her siblings. Sally was soft spoken, loving and had a sharp wit that she often used when you would least expect it.
Sallys other loves over the years included traveling to warm climates, sunbathing, boating, weekend gambling and shopping trips with girlfriends, dancing, holiday celebrations, and good times at the cabin.
She was admired for being classy, keeping a beautiful and spotless home, her infamous potato salad, her beautiful smile, and her kind and gentle spirit.
Left to cherish her memory is her husband of 52 years, Rolly; daughters Jill (Scott) Anderson and Jodi Ross; grandchildren Keith (Maddie Fisher) Anderson and Jase (Kamrie Filipiak) Anderson; great-granddaughter, Addysyn Anderson; siblings Diane (Jerry) Jones, Bob (Carol) Fenner and Peggy (Jim) Thompson; and many admiring nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A memorial service for Sally will be held at Tuesday, February 16, 2021 at 11 am at the Lux and Whiting Funeral Chapel, Breckenridge. Visitation will be held Monday from 3 to 7 pm at the funeral chapel. Interment will be in Oak Grove Cemetery, St. Louis at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association.
- Lux and Whiting Funeral Home, Breckenridge, MI