OBITUARIES –

† CLARK Steven Claude Clark Sr born December 26th 1969 a whopping 12 pound baby boy, passed on April 9th, 2023. Proceeded in death by grandparent Ray and Wilma Harrington and Bernard and Ethel Clark.

Survived by son Steven Claude Clark Jr from Wausau Wisconsin and Daughter Rachel Kathleen Clark from St. John’s Michigan, parents Claude and Kathleen (Harrington) Clark, Sister Angela Stanton. Nephews Ryan and wife Amanda (Sower) Stoakes, Tyler and girlfriend Adiona (Gould) Stoakes, Nephew’s Ian, Logan and Tylor, Nieces Jacklyn and Margrett, many great nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins, and Fiancé Amy Danforth. Steve loved the sport of football played for the Ionia Bulldogs and Western Michigan University.

Celebration Of Life will be held at the Ionia Moose Lodge on Sunday April 23rd from 12-4, 1:00 service will begin with luncheon following.

In lieu of flowers, donation can be made to Steve’s favorite charity Moose Heart at Moose Charities Incorporated 155 S International Dr Moose Heart Illinois 60539-1100, in honor of Steve Clark. Please reference Moose Heart Operating.

† HASKINS Harol Charles “Chuck” Haskins Jr. age 77 of Saranac, MI passed away April 10, 2023. He was born on September 24, 1945, in East Grand Rapids, the son of Harol and Volta (Poulson) Haskins Sr.

Chuck served in the Navy as a Petty Officer during the Vietnam War. He married Karen Sue on June 26, 1971, in Ionia. He worked as a maintenance supervisor for the Department of Corrections for 28 years, he also did cement work and farmed and raised Charlais Cattle for many years. Chuck was a hard worker, always willing to help anyone out. When he wasn’t working, he enjoyed hunting and was an avid fisherman.

Surviving Chuck is his loving wife of 51 years Karen Haskins of Saranac; children Lynn (Dan) Kaufman of Saranac, Angie (Kevin) Krick of Saranac and Toby (Lanette) Haskins of Saranac; grandchildren Gordon (Andrea) Keech, Jessica Frazier, Scott (Kara) Spitzley, Chelsea Dunn, Bailey Strouse, Taven Haskins, Shelby Haskins, Heather (Garron) Slater and Dylan (Tarah) Leland; several great grandchildren; brother Lionel Haskins of Saranac and sister Rosemary Healy of Florida. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, and very special friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, daughter Brenda Brown-Kerr and special friend Dell Hardy who was like a brother.

Funeral services with military honors will be held at Lake Funeral Home in Ionia on Friday, April 14th 12:00 PM with Pastor John Prominkski officiating. Visitation will be 2 hours prior to services from 10-12. Luncheon will follow services at Buzz and Sally Possehns 325 Johnson Rd Saranac. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to the Mesothelioma Foundation. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† MADIGAN Pauline Madigan age 83 of Green Valley, AZ passed away April 8, 2023, with her family at her side. She was born October 20, 1939, in Lowell the daughter of Paul M. Terrell and Marie (VanTatenhove) Dickson. Pauline married the love of her life Jim Madigan August 30, 1958. Pauline attended Santa Cruz Valley United Methodist Church. Pauline was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother. She had a kind heart and was always eager to help. Pauline loved traveling, word puzzles and pouring love into the children of San Fernando Elementary School. She especially enjoyed spending time with her family. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered in our hearts. Surviving in the home husband Jim Madigan of Green Valley, AZ. Son Greg (wife Kathy) Madigan of Sikeston, MO. Grandchildren Robert Madigan of Fenton, MI and Katherine Madigan of Fort Smith, AR. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Funeral services will be at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac on Tuesday, April 18, 2023, at 2:00 p.m. with Pastor Brad Brillhart officiating. Interment to follow at Saranac Cemetery. Visitation will be from Noon until the time of services.

In lieu of flowers the family ask that those wishing to honor the memory of Pauline make memorial contributions to the Boston-Saranac Historical Society or the San Fernando Elementary School District #35, Sasabe, AZ. See family for contact information. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www. lakefuneralhomes.com.

† MCPHERSEN Tucker Alan McPherson age 59 of Saranac passed away April 11, 2023, surrounded by family and friends, after a courageous battle with Cancer. He was born June 19, 1963, in San Diego, California the son of James D. and Ora May (Friedli) McPherson. Tucker graduated from Saranac Highschool with the Class of 1981. Following his graduation, he joined the Army National Guard serving from 1981 until 1987 as a Mechanic. Tucker was proud of his service and that led him to joining and actively serving as a Member of the Saranac American Legion. He was a very artistic person and was a people magnet, which led him to deciding to be a Barber. Tucker worked for his grandfather Paul and with his sister Allison at Paul’s Barber Shop in Saranac where he would cut hair for 36 years until being diagnosed with Cancer. Tucker was diagnosed with two stage 4 cancers that spread throughout his body and always continued to battle. He had the support of many friends, family, his daughter, and his wife Mary which gave him the strength to continue the fight.

Surviving Tucker is his wife Mary of Saranac. Daughter Alana McPherson of Saranac. Son Al Ashley of Oklahoma. Sisters; Allison and Shannon of Saranac. Nieces Erica (Tim), Jade and Tessa. Nephews John, Jim, Bruce, Jimmy, and Logan. Stepson Lance Raimer and Family.

Cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Tucker’s Life will be held at the Saranac American Legion Saturday May 6th at 3pm. Those wishing may make memorial contributions to Son’s of the American Legion. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home in Saranac. Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

† TAYLOR Lisa “Marie” Taylor, age 75, of Ionia, passed away on Thursday, April 6, 2023. She was born on May 9, 1947, the daughter of Kenneth and Lucille (Cronk) Shattuck in Ionia. Marie loved being outdoors, she enjoyed gardening, yardwork, and flowers. She also enjoyed knitting and crafts. She was a loving wife, mother, and grandmother, and was an amazing and beautiful person inside and out. She had the biggest heart and kindest soul. She will be deeply missed and forever remembered in our hearts.

Marie is survived by her children, Laurie (Michael) McNutt, Chad (Kerri) Taylor and Lanissa (Matt) Banghart; eight grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

Marie was preceded in death by her loving husband, Richard. A Graveside service will be held at Sunset Memorial Gardens at 12 PM Friday, April 14th. Arrangements in care of Lake Funeral Home of Ionia. Online Condolences can be made at www. lakefuneralhomes.com.

Area Deaths

† BERTHUME

Charles W. Berthume, age 81, of Belding, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023.

† BRIMMER

Marian L. Brimmer, age 99, of Orleans Township, passed away Thursday, April 6, 2023.

† EHLE

Rosemary Kay Ehle, age 80, of Fenwick, passed away Thursday, April 6, 2023.

† HERBERT

Hazel Mae Herbert, age 84, of Lake Odessa, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023.

† MCKAY

Wayne Byron McKay, age 72, formerly of Saranac, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023.

† SMITH

Maggie Rhiannon Smith, age 26, passed away Sunday, April 9, 2023.

† WILLIAMS

Blair Dahlen Williams III, age 64, of Clarksville, passed away Tuesday, April 11, 2023.

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Boston Township Board Meeting

Boston Township Hall 30 N. Center St., Saranac, MI 48881

Summary of Minutes

Wednesday, April 12, 2023

Meeting commenced at 7:01 PM

Present: Barb Foster, Ken Olson, Dennis Sitzer, Gary Martin, Dennis Bowen, Sue Bieri, Mary Lamphere

Absent: None

Board Approved:

•Consent Agenda – includes March 8, 2023 minutes and accounts payable in the amount of $34,246.04. Passed: 7-0

Meeting adjourned at 8:45PM

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Ionia Township Regular Board Meeting

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Motion to adjourn the meeting passed. Additional information available upon request.

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