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Autha Eilene Ladd

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Autha Eilene Ladd Homer Autha Eilene Ladd, 89, of Homer passed away Friday, September 24, 2010, at Oaklawn Hospital in Marshall, Michigan, after a long illness. She was born August 26, 1921, in Continental, Ohio, to Otto L. and Laura E. (Bear) Niceswander. On March 23, 1940, she married Clyde O. Ladd who predeceased her in 1996. She is survived by four sons, Ralph (Ellen) Ladd Jack (Cindy) Ladd, Don Ladd, and Raymond (Susan) Ladd; one daughter, Kathleen (Thad) Sizemore of Florida; Fourteen grandchildren; and thirty great-grandchildren. She was predeceased also by sisters, Doris Scripter, Elsie Brant, Thelma Adams, Velma Fisk, and Gladys Warner; and brothers, Hershall and Bernard Niceswander Eilene was known for her sweet and giving spirit as well as an outstanding cook, dedicated mother and grandmother and will be most remembered as a woman with perfect love and dedication to them. She fits perfectly the woman of Proverbs 31. She taught her family the meaning of teamwork as well as good work ethics and a strong value system. She lived out her life with strength and dignity to the very end. She taught her children the meaning of being a family with her being the family "Pitcher" for the "team" and her love will continue to grow and honor her memory. Eilene was a Homer Community Volunteer for many years. Graveside service will be held on Monday, September 27, 2010, at 2:00 p.m. at the Mount Hope Cemetery in Litchfield, Michigan. Visitation will be Sunday, September 26, 2010, from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, Michigan Memorials are suggested to the Homer Community Foundation or Oaklawn Hospice. Arrangements entrusted to the J. Kevin Tidd Funeral Home, 811 Finley Drive, Albion, Michigan 49224 www.kevintiddfuneralhome.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Sep. 26, 2010.

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September 27, 2010

Thinking of the Ladd family losing your Mom. She was a very special person and will be missed by many....Judy Pittelkow Fast

Bob & Roberta Kellogg

September 27, 2010

Our prayers are with you, may the strength of the Lord carry you thru this time.

kathy martin

September 27, 2010

my prayers are with you at this time

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