Family owned and operated for over 85 years.
Blanche Lorraine Carter, aged 83, of Alto, passed away on August 7, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, James Carter. Lorraine is survived by her children, Cindy (Mark) Keegan, Mike (Pat) Carter, Marc Carter; grandchildren, Ashley Carter, Marc Jr. (Lacey) Carter, Blake (Chloe) Carter, Kristen White-Baker, Patrick Carter, Travis and Chelsea Carter, Laura Keegan and ten great-grandchildren. Lorraine's work career included: Spartan stores, the Veterans Administration, and the Department of Defense. Learning was a lifelong endeavor culminating in a Bachelor degree from Aquinas College. She was an avid gardener and loved African violets. She also loved photography and family gatherings. She was an active member of Eastern Star and volunteered with the Rainbow Girls. She served as treasurer at the Caledonia United Methodist Church where she was an active member. She will be missed greatly by family and friends. Funeral Services will be held at Caledonia United Methodist Church, 250 Vine St. on Saturday, August 12th at 11 am with Rev. Jodie Flessner officiating. Interment in Lakeside Cemetery. Members of the family will receive relatives and friends at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Caledonia), 616 E. Main St. on Friday from 4 to 7pm. The family requests that in lieu of flowers, memorial contributions be given to Kindred Hospice.
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August 12, 2017 12:57pm
I am so sorry for your loss. She was a giving woman who always had kind words and a hug for our MOPS group. Prayers for peace for your family during this difficult time.
- Danielle Kraemer-Nowinsky
August 11, 2017 4:05am
My sympathies for the loss of your mother. You and your family will be in my prayers.
- Gayle Houck
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