Marcia Lynn (Lane) Carle-Sleeper
Battle Creek
Marcia Lynn (Lane) Carle-Sleeper, 56, passed away on Sunday, September 8, 2013. Marcia was born on September 11, 1956, to Ralph and Zeretta (Davis) Lane in Battle Creek. At age 12 she accepted Christ as her Savior, was baptized and became a member of Lakeview Baptist Church where she was still a member. She served the church in several ways on boards and committees, as secretary and on the board of trustees. She graduated from Lakeview High School in 1974. She worked numerous jobs including, Super Discount, Holiday Inn, Lakeview General Osteopathic Hospital, Psychological Consultants of Michigan, In Home Day Care Respite and was a wedding coordinator for over 25 years. Marcia volunteered as a dispatcher for Emmett Rescue Squad, coached soccer for the Optimist soccer program, Battle Creek Blitz. She and Carl have been active in the Lakeview High School Band and Orchestra boosters, and co-chaired the concession sales and many fund raisers. She met Carl Sleeper in 1976 and they married in 1992.
She is survived by her loving husband of 21 years Carl Sleeper; children, Jeremie(Shelly) Carle, Aaron Carle, Deric Carle, Rielly Sleeper, Autum Sleeper and Marlaine Sleeper and Aaron Murphy. She was preceded in death by her father, a brother, Jerry Lane and a brother-in-law, Keith Wagner.
In accordance with her wishes cremation has taken place. Visitation will be held Wednesday from 5 to 8:00 p.m., at the Richard A. Henry Funeral Home. A memorial service will be held at 11:00 a.m., Thursday at the Lakeview Baptist Church with The Rev. Adam Metzger officiating. Memorials may be made to Rielly Sleeper for an Educational Fund. www.henryfuneral home.org
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Dear Carl and Family, We are also saddened with Marcia's passing. Know that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Never easy to let go, but thankful she is in the presents of our Lord. With much Love, Jr. and Leonore
Leonore Gronendyke
September 24, 2013
may God put his arms around you and your family and help you through these difficult times RIP Marsha you will be sadly missed my friend
Debbie/Dan Farler
September 11, 2013
I'm so sorry for your loss. May GOD give you strength and comfort you.
Jeff and Tarina Harrell
September 11, 2013
Marcia was a long-time asset to the Lakeview Spartan Marching Band. She was also a dedicated and loving mother to my former student, Rielly, as well as all of her children. I am sad that she is no longer with us, but I am glad she is no longer in pain. Rest peacefully, Marcia.
Donna Keenan
September 10, 2013
You will nvr truly be gone cuz we will always have our memories.
Heather Wright
September 10, 2013
Carl so sorry to hear about your wife my prayers are with you and your family
Cha Currier
September 10, 2013
Carl and family: We were so saddened to hear about the passing of Marcia. We have thought of you guys often. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.
Bruce and Lisa Johnson
September 10, 2013
I'm very sorry for your loss... My thoughts and prays are with you and your family..
Melissa Knapp
September 10, 2013
I'm so sorry Aaron for the loss of your Mama.I know these are just words without much peace,but please know I am truly sorry for you and your families pain.Love you..
Leanora Glyshaw
September 10, 2013
Carl. So sorry about your loss. Marcia's fun personality will be missed by her friends at Autocam.
Dave Campbell
September 10, 2013
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