June Mary Schmelzer, 97, passed away peacefully October 22,2024. She was born June 14, 1927, in Alma, the daughter of Fred and Alice (Carter) Towersey. June wrote her own obituary, titled My Life.

My life has been exceptional -- good family – friends as well,

Only nursing training - was just 3 years of Hell.

I started church at 2 years old – My neighbor took me there;

And to this day, I’m grateful for church and friends who care.

I am an Alma College grad with a master’s from Kazoo,

I loved my years of nursing, my hopes had all come true.

I joined the Service League for one, University group was two,

Women’s Club number three, and that is just a few.

In Whitehall, I was chosen to work on Board of Review,

To City Council was elected to serve in Montague.

Taught Sunday School for many years and bridge, my favorite game.

A jazzy car, a GTO - all were my claim to fame!

A loving mate, four “perfect” kids, 8 grandchildren and 10 great-great

Now who could ask for any more, as I knock on Heaven’s gate?

June is survived by: her children, Marilee (Rafael) Aguirre, Leon (Delores) Schmelzer, Ruthanne (John) Simila, Sarajane (Dan) DeYoung; brother-in-law, Ray Alexander; sister-in-law, Sandra Towersey; 13 grandchildren; 17 great grandchildren; and several nieces, nephews, and extended family.

June was preceded in death by: her parents, Fred and Alice (Carter) Towersey; husband, Leon Schmelzer, twin brothers, Darrell Towersey, and Delbert Towersey; sister, Evelyn Alexander; and sister-in-law, Pat Towersey.

The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the staff at Legacy of Caring Assisted Living for their unwavering kindness, care, and compassion during June’s final phase of her life.

Memorial services will be held at 11:00 AM, Saturday, November 2, 2024, at the White Lake United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St, Montague, MI 49437, with Reverend Tim Dibble presiding; a luncheon will follow immediately after services at the church. A visitation will be held from 6 to 8PM Friday, November 1, 2024, at the White Lake United Methodist Church.

In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to White Lake United Methodist Church, 8555 Cook St, Montague, MI 49437; Harbor Hospice Foundation, 1050 W. Western Ave, Suite 400 Muskegon, MI 49441; or Legacy of Caring Assisted Living, 1302 Warner St, Whitehall, MI 49461.

Harris Funeral Home, in Shelby, is in charge of arrangements.