Ethel A. Cuddie Obituary
Ethel Arlene Cuddie, affectionately known as Arlene, passed away peacefully on April 1, 2025, at the age of 97 in Gladwin, Michigan. Born on October 4, 1927, in Clare, Michigan, she was the beacon of love and faith in her community and among her cherished family. Arlene grew up in the welcoming town of Clare, where she was embraced by the loving arms of her parents, Eugene and Alta (Spicer) Orvis. The threads of family and faith were woven tightly into her life from the very beginning. The cherished memories of her upbringing laid a strong foundation for the beautiful life she would create for herself and her loved ones.
The year 1951 marked the beginning of a lifelong love story as Arlene married her soulmate, Ward Cuddie, on January 7th. Their union was blessed with a shared journey of love, laughter, and devotion until Ward's passing on November 13, 2007. Together, they nurtured a family that expanded through generations, leaving a legacy of warmth and unity. Arlene's nurturing spirit extended beyond her home as she dedicated numerous years to caring for others at the Pratt Lake Nursing Home. Her kindness and compassion made a lasting impact on the lives of many. Faith played a significant role in Arlene's life, and she expressed her devotion through her involvement with the Community Baptist Church in Harrison. Throughout the years, Arlene found solace and joy in simple pleasures like working in her yard and tending to her garden. Her affection for the outdoors was paralleled by her love for music. She delighted in playing the piano and singing, filling her home with melodies that are fondly remembered and greatly missed. Above all, Arlene's world revolved around her family.
She is survived by her loving children: Darrel (Cindy) Cuddie, Gerald Cuddie, Brian (Terri) Cuddie, Mary Beth (Nate) Brace, and Paul (Janet) Cuddie. Her life was further brightened by her 16 grandchildren and 36 great-grandchildren, with two more babies on the way. Arlene's sister, Frieda Birch, also continues to cherish her memory. Arlene was predeceased by her parents, her beloved son Bruce Cuddie, her daughter-in-law Cindy Cuddie, and her siblings Betty (Bob) Day, Elnora (Lowell) Penrose, Ron (Ida) Orvis, and Norm (Frieda) Orvis. Those who knew Arlene best would describe her as loving, faith-filled, and thoughtful. She had a remarkable ability to make each person feel valued and loved. Arlene's legacy is not only in the family she raised but also in the countless lives she touched with her gentle spirit and generous heart.
Funeral Services will be held Saturday, April 5, 2025 at 11:00 am at the Lee-Ramsay Funeral Home-Gladwin Chapel with her son Pastor Brian Cuddie presiding with burial in Sherman Township Cemetery. Friends may visit at the funeral home on Friday, from 3 to 8 pm. On Saturday, friends may visit from 10 am until the time of service.
