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Carolyn Skinner Obituary

Carolyn "Connie" Skinner Eaton Rapids Age 86 of Eaton Rapids died Saturday, November 6, 2010 at the Eaton Community Hospice following a severe heart attack 13 days earlier. Born November 2 1924 in Onondaga Township, the daughter of Glen and Gladys (Neff) Stimer. Connie worked along side her husband Max in the family business for 45 years. She enjoyed shopping, sewing and keeping connected with friends. For the last two years she resided at the Eaton County Medical Care Facility and made many new friends with residents and staff. Preceding her in death were her parents, Husband, Max; and brother, Keith Stimer. Surviving are her loving daughter, Sharon (Chris) Bigelow and son, Larry (Jill) Skinner all of Eaton Rapids; 7 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren and one great great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be Tuesday, November 9, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. from the Skinner Funeral Home in Eaton Rapids. Family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday, November 8th from 2-4 and 6-8p.m. Family suggests memorial contributions be made to the Eaton Community Hospice 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI. 48813 in memory of Connie Skinner.

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Nov. 8, 2010.

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November 11, 2010

Larry & Sharon and families, My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. I'll always remember your moms smile and her caring ways. Mary Standley

chris and keith pople

November 9, 2010

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.

November 8, 2010

To Larry and Sharon.....My fondest memory of your mom was her positive smile and laugh...what a great lady she was. She will be missed by many and was loved by all. She held a very warm place in my heart. I am a better person for knowing her....you were blessed to have her in your life. Jan Allen (Haslett)

LeRoy & Bonnie Beagle

November 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families...May your memories help you through the days ahead.

November 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your families. May your memories keep you strong in the days to come.
LeRoy & Bonnie Beagle

Don & Janet Galloway

November 8, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers are with your entire family...This dear sweet lady will be missed...

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