Scanlon, Eloda C. Eloda C. Scanlon, age 80 of Holton, passed away Monday morning, December 24, 2007 at the Newaygo Medical Care Facility in Fremont. Eloda was born on October 16, 1927 to Arthur and Ruth (Noble) Syers in Holton and grew up in the home of Harrison and Viola Cregg and later married Eugene Paul Scanlon on June 27, 1947 in Muskegon. Eloda has been a lifelong resident of the Holton area where she was one of the founding members of the Holton Historical Society, a member of the Friends of the Library in Holton, a member of the Thursday Lunch Group and member of the Holton United Methodist Church. Eloda enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, was a magical cook, enjoyed puzzles, playing cards and other games, golfing, crocheting and knitting. She had worked as a certified nurses aid at the Newaygo Medical Facility in Fremont for 18 years until her retirement. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Paul of Holton; her children, Gary (Karen) Scanlon of Brighton, MI; Althea Stevens of Muskegon; Diane (Gerald) Beattie of Holton; Pamela (Steve) Smith of Holton; her grandchildren, Becky (Brent) Deur of Fremont; Christy (Brian) Schaub of Muskegon; Nicole Sands of Overland Park, Kansas; Karlyn (Howard) DeGram of Grand Haven; Michael (Shannon) Scanlon stationed with the U.S. Air Force at Sembach, A.B. in Germany; Kendra (Justin) Wilson of Whitehall; Blake Smith of Holton; 10 great grandchildren, Logan, Peyton, Jaxon, Drew, Tyler, Luke, Ava, Brent, Emma, Gabrielle; many close cousins and friends and 1 brother. She was preceded in death by her son, Brent C. Scanlon in 1988 and 2 sisters and 1 brother. Funeral services were held on Friday, December 28, 2007 from the Holton United Methodist Church with Pastor Jerry Selleck presiding with interment in the Oakwood Cemetery in Holton. Friends may consider the Holton United Methodist Church for memorial contributions in memory of Eloda. Friends may also send a condolence or share a memory online at www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home Fremont Chapel Click here to post a condolence of Eloda C. Scanlon on-line Click here to post a condolence of Eloda C. Scanlon on-line Scanlon Family, You have my deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful woman. I worked with Eloda at the facility and she was a very special person. We had many great times and memories. I visited with her on Friday and we shared some special memories. You are in my thoughts and prayers. God be with you all. Eloda will be deeply miss by all who Loved and knew her... Charlie Thomas Posted 12/27/2007 I have many fond memories of Eloda when we worked together for 10 years at the Facility. She was admired and respected by many. May her family find comfort in knowing others care. My heart and prayers are with you during this difficult time. Hang on tight to one another. Sincerely Ninajo Posted 12/27/2007 Scanlon Family Deepest condolences on the loss of your mother and wife. Our thoughts are with you all at this difficult time. You have many wonderful memories to pull out and share with one another and those memories will keep Eloda with you forever. Bless you all. Samantha (Sands) Barlow and the entire Sands family Posted 12/28/2007 Eloda was such a beautifull person inside and out.We shall miss her so much.Prayers for you and your family Paul. Shirley Cunningham Posted 12/28/2007