Corey Funeral Home

On Friday, August 5, 2022, our beloved Diane L. Ladd, passed away quickly at Spectrum Health Big Rapids Hospital from recent health complications. She was 79. Diane was born, August 23, 1943, in Lansing to Oliver and Irene (DuCap) Priest. She graduated from Farwell High School in 1961 and began working as a secretary at Evart Products (Ventra ) in Evart. Diane was introduced to David Ladd, who will tell you, "It only took one date to be hooked for 56 years." They were married, on October 29, 1966, in Clare, at Our Lady of Hope Catholic Church and soon purchased their home in Evart, where they raised two children. Diane had some health complications and became a stay-at-home mom until the...

Dale Graber of Sears, MI, joined his beloved wife in Heaven on Saturday, July 30, 2022 in Grand Rapids. Dale was born on January 18, 1936 to Ed and Mary Graber. He graduated from Barryton High School in 1953. He also earned an Associate's Degree from Ferris State in 1980. He married his wife, Beverly Ranshaw in 1955 and together they raised 3 children. Dale was a Loving Husband, and a Devoted Father and Grandfather. He enjoyed tinkering in his garage, fishing, trips to the U.P., but, most of all he enjoyed his sweet fur baby, Lilly, who was always by his side. He will be dearly missed by: his Loving children; Julie Urick (Don) of Sears, Christy Kelly (Brian) of Big Rapids and Jim Graber...

Carol E. Bogucki, went home to be with the Lord, on Friday, July 22, 2022 in Kent County, Grand Rapids, Michigan. Mrs. Bogucki was 83. On June 26, 1939, Carol was the first baby born in the, newly built, Reed City Hospital. She was the only child of, the late, Edwin Eugene and Iva Myrtle (Bush) Kage. Even though she was an only child, she had plenty of cousins and family in the area. In 1957 she graduated from Reed City High School and took a job working at Michigan Bell. Carol married Robert E. Bogucki in September of 1963 in Reed City, where together they made their home in Lincoln Township and raised one son. Carol was a clerk at Bonsall Drugstore for a number of years and attended...

Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait for the Lord [who expect, look for, and hope in Him,] shall change and renew their strength and power; they shall lift their wings and mount up as eagles; they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint or become tired. LeRoy L. Holton, was called home to soar with the eagles on Friday, July 22, 2022, with his family at his home, in Hersey. On December 26, 1946, he was born in Lansing, to Lawrence and Marguerite (Lytle) Holton. Following ten years of service, during the Vietnam War, where he extensively worked with all aspects of chemical weapons, LeRoy was honorably discharged, as a staff sergeant. On November 2, 1968 he married Vada...

Eric Scott Whitman passed away at his home with his family by his side, in Hartwick Township, Evart, Michigan, on June 22, 2022. Eric was 56. He was born in Ottawa, IL, on April 16, 1966 to Richard R. and Barbara J. (Coad) Whitman. Eric graduated from Hancock High School in 1984 and later furthered his education by obtaining his Bachelors in Education from Baker College in 2007. On May 26, 1990 he married Kelly Howard in Bridgeport and they made their home in Evart. Eric was a substitute teacher at area schools for several years before gaining full time employment in 2016 at Franklin Elementary in Cadillac, MI. In 2021 cancer pushed him into disability but he never lost his drive and love...

Patricia Anne Gerber, beloved wife, mother, grandmother and much, much, more, went home to be with Her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, June 1, 2022 at Reed City Field Assisted Living where she resided for the last year. Mrs. Gerber was from Evart and 87 years old. Patricia was born in Hartwick Township, Osceola County, Michigan on October 6, 1934 to F. James and M. Georgina (Shadley) Friend. On June 24, 1956, she married Loren Gerber and they made their home and raised their family in Evart, where she was a high school English teacher and guidance counselor. Patricia was an avid supporter of education. She received her BA from Michigan State University in 1956. In 1972 she...

Tabitha Lynn Hubble, gained her wings on Monday, May 30, 2022 in Mecosta County, Michigan, as a result of an automobile accident. Tabitha was 34. She was born on April 9, 1988 in Garden City, to Dennis and Michelle (Hanson) Cagle. Tabitha grew up in Westland and at the age of 12 moved to Evart, where she attended school. She worked in several factories along with being a full time mom. She was very independent, didn't hesitate to share her joy of music to those around her and a great friend, who was loved. Tabitha will be missed like the dolphins in the ocean. Tabitha's memory will be treasured by: Joshua Hubble and their children, Jordyn, Brianna, Joshua Jr., and Aliyah Hubble of Evart; ...

Linda Norris Carmichael, passed away on Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at home in Evart. She was 82. Linda was born on January 9, 1940, in Evart, MI to Theo and Helen M. (Norris) Maddern. Linda graduated from Evart High School in 1958. On January 24, 1959 Linda married Ed Carmichael, in Evart, where they made their home and raised their family in the Pontiac area. Ed and Linda moved back to Evart in 1987. Linda loved to bake, hunt, fish, crocheting blankets, she especially loved her time with all her grandkids. She loved to bake peanut butter cake and crocheting blankets for them. Linda is survived by: children, John (Tonui) of Sears, David (Linda) of Evart and Dolores (Frank) Akerley of Mt....

Mary Ruth Burrell, 93, of Evart, quietly passed into the presence of God from the comfort of her home of 46 years, with family members at her side, on Monday, April 4, 2022. Mary Ruth was born on April 14, 1928 to Rollie and Georgia Foster in Utica, Kansas. She grew up on a wheat and cattle farm, enjoying a happy childhood with her parents, grandparents and nine siblings. On April 17, 1948 she married Billy Joe Burrell. They were blessed with 71 years of marriage until his death in March 2020. Together they had three children: Bonnie, Dallas and Susan. Mary Ruth had a deep and abiding faith in God and His Son Jesus Christ which inspired and encouraged her family and others. For many...

Eldon "Huck" Berryhill, 86 of Marion, died on Saturday, February 12, 2022, from complications due to COVID-19. Eldon was born on November 4. 1935 in Genesee County, Michigan. He grew up in the Evart and Marion areas. He met Ann Marie Booms and they were married on June 5, 1965. He worked at the Cadillac Malleable Iron Company for 18 years. Eldon then started the second half of his career at Four Winns Boat Factory, where he then retired in 2000. He was a loving father and husband and had a special place in his heart for his children, especially his two special needs daughters. He was an avid hunter and fisherman who had a small farm where he raised a few farm animals in his younger years....

Lettie I. Fox, passed away on Wednesday, December 29, 2021 at Grace Assisted Living in New Baltimore, where she has resided the last few years. Mrs. Fox was 99. Lettie was born September 17, 1922 in Cadillac. She was the daughter of Joseph and Cora (Shore) Martz. Lettie graduated from Evart High School in 1940. On January 5, 1942, she married Floyd fox in St. Louis, MO where they lived until Floyd went overseas. She was employed by the Air Force at Scott Field, IL and Small Arms Plant in St. Louis before returning to Michigan to wait for Floyd's return. She worked for the IRS in Denver, CO and the Air Force at Selfridge Air National Guard until she retired. In 1981 they moved back to Evart...

Burton Scott, of Hartwick Township, Osceola County, passed on Sunday, November 28, 2021 at Samaritas of Cadillac. Born at home on December 14, 1929, to Myrl and Barbara Lettie (Graber) Scott, he was a lifelong farmer, raising mainly beef cattle on his family farm, which he grew to nearly 800 acres. He retired just short of his 86th birthday. He walked to the one room Bennett School through 8th grade, then graduated from Evart High School in 1948. He served as a board member and officer of Great Lakes Energy from 1967 to 2004, served on the board of Wolverine Electric, and as township clerk and trustee of Hartwick Township. Although he'd once learned to square dance, traveled to New Orleans...

Fred F. Bailey, of Hersey, passed away with his family at his side on Tuesday, November 23rd. Fred was born in Chippewa Twp., Mecosta Co., on November 22, 1936 to Carl and Helen (Sommer) Bailey. He served his country in the Army and maintained contact with a couple of special friends. On January 18, 1964 he married Vera Westenfeld in Evart. He worked at Fisher Body- BOC in Lansing, for 30 years, retiring in 1985. After retiring they sold their home in DeWitt and settled into the Hersey area, where he worked at Industrial Machine & Tool alongside his brothers,who always shared a special bond and interests. He was a faithful husband, hard worker, honest, generous, loving, forgiving and...

Teresa Lynn Hartless, beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, niece and friend, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 in Big Rapids, after complications from Covid. She was born in Columbus, Ohio on June 6, 1964 to Marilyn (Buck) Burhans. Teresa was a caretaker at heart, with a heart of gold. She was blessed to be able to help take care of her dad when his health was failing and be caretaker for her mom this last year. Teresa was an avid reader. Her favorite author was Stephen King. She always had a do it yourself project lined up for Christmas presents and typically talked someone into helping. Her grandchildren, Brianna and Atreyu, were her pride and joy. Left to carry on her memory...

Peggy Lenore (Anthony) Meyer passed away peacefully in hospice care on November 6, 2021 surrounded by her loving family in Lansing. She was called to join "the love of her life", her husband Elden (El) Meyer, on what would have been their 73rd wedding anniversary. Peggy was born in Logan, Ohio on August 7, 1926 to George (Jack) Anthony and Geraldine (Miller) Anthony. After high school, she moved from Ohio to Evart, Michigan, to start her future life. In Evart, she found a job she loved, working as an assistant to the town physician. This was a perfect fit because of her caring and loving nature. A local dance social provided an opportunity that would shape the rest of her life. Across the...

Robert Eugene Bevier passed away on October 20, 2021 at his home in Englewood, Florida. He is survived by: his four children - Cindy Bevier (Mark Seeley), Deborah Bevier Pryor (Dale), Robert Bevier (Liz) and Teresa Bevier Weichman; 9 grandchildren, 6 great grandchildren; a sister, Peggy; Patricia Worth and many nieces and nephews. Bob was preceded in death by: his loving wife of 63 years, Josephine Bevier; a brother, Wendell/Brub; sister, Gwen and his grandson, Joshua Feldman. Bob was born in Willard, Ohio, on December 10, 1924, the son of Samuel and Dealah (Bherns) Bevier. He grew up in Willard and graduated from high school in 1942. He entered into the United States Marine Corps in 1943...

Lavina L. (Gibson) McKay, of Hersey, passed away on Sunday, October 10, 2021 at Tustin House with her family and friends at her side. Mrs. McKay was 85. Lavina was born, at home in Hersey, on May 17, 1936, to Kenneth and Ruth (Kushmaul) Gibson. She graduated from Hersey Agricultural High School in 1954. Lavina married Kelvin A. McKay on January 2, 1954 who preceded her in 2004. She retired as a secretary in the Registrar's Office at Ferris State College and later worked a short time at PPG. Lavina was an active member of St. Paul Lutheran Church in Reed City, where she was baptized and confirmed. She liked crafting, sewing, flower and vegetable gardening, farming and raising beef cows....

Marilyn Augusta McLachlan Meads, 88, of Big Rapids, passed away on Saturday, October 9, 2021 at her home, in Green Township. Marilyn was born on January 21, 1933 in Evart to George and Agnes (Bush) McLachlan. She received her diploma from Moody Bible Institute in Chicago where she met her husband, Harold. They were married on October 27, 1956. They served as missionaries with Avant Ministries in Brazil for 35 years, retiring in 1995. She was a member of Faith Bible Church and loved reading, writing cards/letters and canning. She did a lot of that this summer - people loved her sweet pickles. Marilyn is survived by: her daughter, Beth Anne (Daniel) Bennett of Lookout, WV and son, R. Ross...

Michael Lee Hylton Sr., age 64, of Evart, passed away surrounded by his family on Friday, October 8, 2021, in Stanton. He was born, December 12, 1956 in Flint, MI to Stanley and Valdonna (Slocum) Hylton. Mike worked his first job as a paperboy. He held many jobs to provide for his family throughout the years. In 1984 he moved his family up north to Sears. Mike loved playing cards, deer hunting and visiting friends and family. One of his favorite pastimes was riding around and taking pictures. Mike was a very social man who considered all his store customers as "friends". His pride and joy was working at and then owning M&J Furniture in Evart. He was a very proud citizen of Evart and...

Beverly Anne Graber (Ranshaw), received her Angel wings on Wednesday, September 8, 2021, at her home in Sears, Michigan. Beverly was born on November 11, 1936 to Clell Ranshaw and Anna Westra Ranshaw. She graduated from Barryton High School in 1954. Upon graduation she went to work as a Telephone Operator. She married her husband, Dale Graber, in 1955. After raising three children, she worked as an Office Assistant for Evart High School in the early 1970's. Beverly was a loving Wife, Devoted Mother, and an Adoring Grandmother. She enjoyed gardening, crocheting, knitting, and spending time with her Grandchildren and Great Grandchildren. She will be dearly missed by her loving husband of 66...

Edwin Duncan Carmichael, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, September 8, 2021 at home in Evart. He was 88. Ed was born on October 19, 1932 in Chippewa Lake, MI to Stewart and Lula (Closson) Carmichael. Ed graduated from Evart High School in 1951. In 1953 he was inducted into the United States Army. He was stationed overseas during the Korean Conflict, was awarded a bronze star and was honorably discharged as a Corporal, on Nov. 23, 1954. On January 24, 1959 Ed married Linda Maddern, in Evart. They made their home and raised their family in the Pontiac area. Ed retired from GM Pontiac Truck and Bus in 1988 as an inspector. He and Linda moved back to Evart in 1989. Ed always took time to...