Stephen M. Charlevoix

Stephen M. Charlevoix, Sr. 72 of Foster City, passed away on Thursday, February 25, 2016 at his home surrounded by his family. He was born on July 22, 1943 in Hardwood, Michigan, son of the late Steven and Margaret (Murray) Charlevoix. He attended school in Felch, graduating from Felch High School in 1961. He enlisted in the United States Navy, was stationed on the U.S.S. Valley Forge, and was honorably discharged in 1964. He returned home and married Marilyn Gustafson on July 6, 1963 at St. Joseph's Catholic Church in Foster City, and they had spent nearly 53 wonderful years together. Steve worked construction for MJ Electric for 13 years until 1978. It was then that he formed Charlevoix Logging and went to work for himself logging in the woods with his son, Steve Jr. He was a lifelong resident of Foster City. He was a member of St. Joseph's Catholic Church. Steve loved spending his free time hunting, camping and watching his grandchildren's sporting events. His front porch at home was known as a gathering spot for those passing by, and if he was sitting out there, there was always an open invitation. Steve is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn Charlevoix of Foster City; his children, Lynn (Shad) Ackerman of Felch, and Steve (Maureen) Charlevoix of Hardwood; grandchildren, Brittany and Elizabeth Charlevoix, and Ron and Quenten Ackerman; sister in-laws, Alice Charlevoix of Kingsford, Diane (Tom) Kenny Jr. of Hardwood, Rita Carlson of Iron Mountain, and Joanne (Allen) Shangle of Gaylord, MI; He is further survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins and friends. He was preceded in death by sisters, Jan Milligan and Kay Ann Carl; and brothers Harold and Robert Charlevoix. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, March 1, 2016 from 2:00 pm 6:00 pm at the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home in Iron Mountain. The Memorial Service will follow at 6:00 pm at the funeral home. Deacon Mike LeBeau will officiate. Burial will be in the Foster City Cemetery. In lieu of flowers a memorial will be established in his memory. Condolences to the family of Steve M. Charlevoix, Sr. may be expressed online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the funeral arrangements.

Stephen M. Charlevoix

July 22, 1943 - February 25, 2016