Escanaba, MIAlice Amelia Badgett, 93, of 2201 23rd Avenue South, Escanaba, passed away Saturday evening February 11, 2017 at the Community Living Center in the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center in Iron Mountain.
Alice was born March 2, 1923 in Seymour, WI the daughter of John and Esther (Gulseth) Wagner. Her family owned a cheese factory in Foster City and she graduated from Felch High School. Following graduation she moved to Chicago, IL to work in a U.S. Defense Plant. She enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943 where she met her future husband, LCDR James Badgett. Following their marriage, they lived in many locations during James’ military career. They eventually settled in Memphis, TN. Alice moved to Escanaba in 1982 following the death of her husband.
Alice was a member of the Escanaba American Legion and Women of the WAVES. She enjoyed her trip with her son David, on one of the first U.P. Honor Flights to Washington D.C. Her hobbies included golfing, reading and spending time with her family.
Survivors include:
Son: David (Gina) Badgett of Rapid River, MI
Sister: Barbara (Karl) Bosk of Escanaba, MI
Sister-In-Law: Ruth Wagner of Hardwood, MI
Grandchildren: Samantha (Eric) Galle, Chelsea (Jace) Dalgord and Jack (Stacie) Badgett
Great Grandchildren: Adalyn, Peyton and Callen Galle and Blake Badgett
Many nieces, nephews and cousins; many friends, including her wonderful caregivers at the VA Community Living Center.
In addition to her parents, her husband James, brothers, Richard and Robert Wagner, sisters, Opal Richards, Violet Pearson and grandson, Zachary Badgett preceded Alice in death.
The family will hold a private memorial service at a later date. Memorial contributions in memory of Alice may be directed to the Oscar G. Johnson VA Medical Center Volunteer Services. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Escanaba and Gladstone are assisting the Badgett family. Please visit www.skradskifuneralhomes.com where you can express your sympathy to the family.