Mildred Oswald-Carson

Mildred Oswald-Carson Crystal Age 93, of Crystal, passed away Sunday, August 23, 2009 at the Laurels of Carson City. Mildred was born November 30, 1915 in Montcalm County to Clinton and Edna (Hawkins) Johnston. She graduated from Crystal High School in 1932. She married Kenneth Oswald on February 12, 1934 whom preceded her in death in 1946, later Mildred married James Carson on September 3, 1949 whom preceded her in death in 1987. Mildred enjoyed reading, sewing, shuffle boarding, and everything about Crystal Lake. She is survived by her children Carol (Dwight) Shaver of Crystal, Richard (LeAnn) Oswald of Shooting Creek, N.C., son-in-law Harry Wells of Crystal, 10 grandchildren, and many great and great-great grandchildren. Also six brothers and sisters, and many nieces and nephews. Mildred was preceded in death by her parents, husbands, daughter Donna Wells, a granddaughter, and five brothers and a sister. A memorial service will be held Thursday, August 27, 2009 at 12 p.m. at the Crystal Congregational Church with Pastor Ried Martin officiating. Interment will be in Ferris Center Cemetery. Visitation will be held Thursday from 11 a.m. until time of service at the church. Memorials may be made to the Crystal Congregational Church or Hospice. Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Lux and Schnepp Funeral Home, Crystal. To view Mildred's obituary or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.luxfuneralhomes.com