16 Thursday, September 19, 2024 BATTLE CREEK SHOPPER NEWS http://www.thebattlecreekshopper.com
Theodore C.
“Ted” Homan,
65, died
Sunday, Sept.
8, 2024, with
his loving fam-
ily by his side,
at his home.
He was born
Jan. 8, 1959,
in Kalamazoo,
Mich., the
son of Edward Norton Homan and
Patricia Ann (Cutsinger) Homan.
Ted graduated from Galesburg
High School in 1977 with a great
academic career and was an inte-
gral part of the football and bas-
ketball programs ... Go Rams! He
then went on to Olivet College, con-
tinuing his stellar academic career,
playing football as the starting cen-
ter as a proud Comet. He was an
active member of the Kappa Sigma
Alpha fraternity, graduating in 1981
with a major in Biology and minor
in Education. He loved learning life
lessons and inspiration from his
coaches and his experience with
his educators. Ted’s most valuable
lesson came from his high school
football coach, Coach Maskill. He
taught him the value of working
hard for what you want, reaching a
bit deeper to overcome obstacles
when you encounter them, and
not allowing others to place limita-
tions on you. His goal was to teach
biology and to coach but was pre-
sented with a great opportunity
with the Kellogg Company right
after college. He traveled exten-
sively throughout the world in his
role as Vice President of Shared
Services -- Research, Quality and
Technology, and retired in 2015
after 30 years of service.
Ted had many passions, including
fishing, racing of all types (espe-
cially NHRA drag racing), college
football and basketball (especially
Michigan, Go Blue!!), landscaping
(he definitely had a green thumb),
and classic rock music. He was a
foodie, appreciating cuisine from
all over the world, and he loved tocook. He followed the stock mar-
ket daily and was always happy
to share his knowledge with fam-
ily and friends. His favorite vaca-
tion spots were Shanty Creek in
Bellaire, Mich., and Siesta Key, Fla.
In 1991, he lovingly and physically
built the home where he raised his
family.
His greatest accomplishment
of his life was his children, whom
he is survived by: Brian Homan,
Megan (Derek) Rice, Sarah Homan
and her fiancé, Chris Manson;
four grandchildren, Payton, Gavin,
Connor and Mia Rice, all of Battle
Creek; his best friend and loving
partner of 15 years, Angela Dale of
Haslett; two sisters-in-law, Margaret
Richar of Battle Creek and Michele
Homan of Jacksonville, Fla.; several
aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and
nephews; and his former wife of 24
years, Lisa Homan.
Ted was preceded in death by his
parents and two brothers, Tim and
Tod Homan.
Ted’s life and travel exposed him
to so many people, most of whom
became lifelong friends. He was
grateful for, and cherished, all the
people in his life that shaped the
man he became. He had a witty,
dry sense of humor and was a gen-
uine, modest, hardworking, intel-
ligent, dedicated, insightful, respect-
ful and humble man. He was a man
that loved with his entire soul and a
beloved father, “poppa” and friend.
A private family graveside ser-
vice will be held at Floral Lawn
Memorial Gardens. A gathering to
celebrate his life and the people he
loved will be held at Riverside Golf
Club and Banquet Center at 245
E. Columbia Ave., Battle Creek, on
Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, from 2-
p.m.
Arrangements by Richard
A. Henry Funeral Home and
Cremation
Services;
http://www.henry-
funeralhome.
org.Victoria Lee
Hudon, 70,
of Dowling,
Mich., passed
away Sunday,
Sept. 8, 2024,
at Bronson
Battle Creek
Hospital. She
was born Sept.
21, 1953, in
Gaylord, Mich., the daughter of
Wendell and Kathleen (Tuckerman)
Boylan.
She married Richard Hudon on
July 1, 1989, in Battle Creek, Mich.
Vicki’s interests and hobbies paint-
ed a picture of a woman of many
talents and passions. She was a
great cook, whose dishes were the
centerpiece of family gatherings and
a symbol of her nurturing soul. Her
flair for decorating infused her home
with beauty and warmth, welcom-
ing all who entered. A lover of the
outdoors, Vicki found joy in working
in her yard, creating a sanctuary of
flowers and greenery that reflected
her inner radiance.
Her passion for antiquing show-
cased her appreciation for the
stories and history behind each
piece, a hobby that often turned
into adventures and cherishedmemories. Vicki’s two beloved dogs,
Ascle and Sassy, were her constant
companions, embodying the love
and care she extended to all living
creatures.
Those who knew Vicki will remem-
ber her as a loving and kind heart,
a creative force who brought beauty
into the world. Her nurturing pres-
ence will be profoundly missed, yet
her spirit will continue to inspire and
guide those she loved.
Vicki’s life was a tapestry of love,
compassion and creativity — a life
beautifully lived and a soul that will
forever be cherished by her fam-
ily and all who had the privilege of
knowing her.
She is survived by her husband,
Richard; daughters Starla, Shawn
and Khristol; many grandchildren;
and great-grandchildren.
She was preceded in death by her
parents, Myron and Kathleen, and
her infant son.
Per Vicki’s wishes, cremation will
be conducted and there will be no
formal services.
Memorial tributes may be made to
Hickory Ridge Veterinary Clinic.
Arrangements by Bachman
Hebble Funeral Service; (269) 965-
5145/www.bachmanhebble.com.Terry L.
Lemmons,
78, of Battle
Creek, died
September 10,- Terry
was born June
17, 1946, in
Battle Creek
to Carl and
Ruby (Majors)
Lemmons.
Terry was the proud owner and
operator of Lemmons Painting for
many years. He loved watching
sports, especially the Detroit Tigers
and Lions. In his younger days he
played softball and even sponsored
a league. Terry was a classic car
fan and enjoyed re-building Corvette
engines.
Terry is survived by his three chil-
dren, Annette (Ernie) Morgan, Amy
(Travis) Baker and Terry Lemmons,
Jr.; four grandchildren, Shawn
Caldarona, Kylie Baker, Ariel Coll
and Christian Morgan; four great-
grandchildren; his life-long part-
ner, Mary Lemmons; two sisters,
Katie Adams and Carol Alexander;
and two brothers, Paul and David
Lemmons.
He was preceded in death by his
parents, three brothers and one
sister.
A celebration of life was held
Sunday, September 15, 2024.
Arrangements by Farley Estes
Dowdle Funeral Home & Cremation
Care. Personal messages for the
family may be placed at http://www.far-
leyestesdowdle.com.