Callie 'LaNell' Fulkerson

August 18, 1941 - February 19, 2019

Callie 'LaNell' Fulkerson, a wonderful lady that always put family first, died February 19, 2019. LaNell, 77, of Eaton Rapids was born August 18, 1941 in Dyersburg, TN to Robert and Roxie 'Carrine' (Slaughter) Howell, and she grew up knowing she wanted to be a wife and mother. Crafting, sewing, and gardening were important to LaNell as a stay-at-home mom, but it wasn't just out of necessity, she loved those activities and they gave her a lot of happiness. Other things she enjoyed include boating, motorcycles, mowing the lawn, and being at the family cottage on Gun Lake. A proud grandmother and great-grandmother, LaNell doted on her grandchildren as every grandma should. LaNell is survived by her daughter, Debra (Dennis) Stratz; grandchildren, Samantha, Jennifer, Raymond, Zachary, Cole, and Makayla; great-grandson, Oliver; and siblings, Annie (Anthony) Zimmerman and Bob (Sue) Howell. She was predeceased by her husband of 54 years, Garold Fulkerson in 2017; her son, Steve Fulkerson; brother, Tommy Howell; and her parents. Friends and family are encouraged to attend visitation and funeral services to honor LaNell by sharing stories about her. Funeral services are Monday, February 25, 10:00 AM at Pray Funeral Home in Charlotte. Visitation is Sunday, February 24, 2-5:00 PM at Pray Funeral Home, as well as one hour prior to services on Monday. If desired, the family suggests memorial contributions to McLaren Hospice. Friends and family are encouraged to share memories of Callie 'LaNell' on her Tribute Page at www.PrayFuneral.com. The family is in the care of Pray Funeral Home, Charlotte.