Memories & Candles

“Mom, Cant wait to see you again......m ”
1 of 45 | Posted by: Michael A. Hoyh

“Well it's been one month of many to come without our "MOM" God & those close to us (her kids) know only too well just how much we love her & will...Read More »
2 of 45 | Posted by: Charlotte Hoyh - Eau Claire, MI

“You will always be with me. May you have many angels by your side. ”
3 of 45 | Posted by: Charm - Carrollton, TX - Sister

“Prayers of comfort to Mike, Sue and David. Keep passing on your parents' gifts. ”
4 of 45 | Posted by: Ron Leuty - San Francisco, CA

“Char was a loyal, dedicated and serious secretary for our school and for me. She loved to laugh and she loved the kids. Her great love was husband...Read More »
5 of 45 | Posted by: Lori Kuntz - Benton Harbor, MI

“David, I am very so sorry for your loss. It sounds like she will be missed by many and has touched many lives. My prayers and thoughs are with you...Read More »
6 of 45 | Posted by: Rose Imbordino - St. Joseph, MI

“Mike and Sue, I am very sorry for your loss. ”
7 of 45 | Posted by: Madonna Starrett

“Shasta, so many memories..... many times spent at your home with you and Melvin, impromt to parties that always had so many laughs. you came home...Read More »
8 of 45 | Posted by: cathy burns - clearwater , FL

“David, Rhonda and Cameron I was so sorry to read about your Mom passing on. I was at a funeral and the priest used the term on passing on because...Read More »
9 of 45 | Posted by: Nancy Hendrix - Benton Harbor, MI

“Today I say good bye to a friend that is very near and dear to my heart. I met Char years ago when I first started teaching gym classes at Creative...Read More »
10 of 45 | Posted by: Pam Whittier - Stevensville, MI

“David & Rhonda and Family: So sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. ”
11 of 45 | Posted by: Joe & Linda Lozeau - Portland, TN

“At Mass today, Fr. Jacobs reminded us to look at this site and read the beautiful comments.... They are all SO true! Char had a heart big enough to...Read More »
12 of 45 | Posted by: Valerie Krieger - Coloma, MI

“To Micheal. David, Suzanne, Cameron & Rhonda, What a Beautiful service for a Beautiful Lady! I will truly miss your mom & all the...Read More »
13 of 45 | Posted by: Wendy King - Stevensville, MI

“Dear Family & Friends! My deepest and heartfelt sympathy in your loss. Know that our entire Parish family has kept your "loved one" in our Prayers...Read More »
14 of 45 | Posted by: Father Bill Jacobs - MI

“Dear Family & Friends, My deepest and sincere sympathy at your loss. When she appeared before her Lord & Savior last Friday, know that she was...Read More »
15 of 45 | Posted by: Fr. Bill Jacobs - Benton Harbor, MI

“Dear Family & Friends, My deepest and sincere sympathy at your loss. When she appeared before her Lord & Savior last Friday, know that she was...Read More »
16 of 45 | Posted by: Fr. Bill Jacobs - Benton Harbor, MI

“Dear Family & Friends, My deepest and sincere sympathy at your loss. When she appeared before her Lord & Savior last Friday, know that she was...Read More »
17 of 45 | Posted by: Fr. Bill Jacobs - Benton Harbor, MI

“Beautiful Char, a friend to all. A caring colleague with an infectious laugh and smile that warmed even the coldest Michigan day. I carry many...Read More »
18 of 45 | Posted by: Kathleen Spehar - St Paul, MN

“David, Rhonda, Cameron, Michael & Suzanne, May loving memories comfort you. Though the ones we love may leave life, in our memory, the love we...Read More »
19 of 45 | Posted by: Vito & Lynn Cerra - CA - friend

“I worked with your mom many years ago (1976) at the Secretary of State in Saint Joseph, MI. She was always a fun and pleasant person. She sure...Read More »
20 of 45 | Posted by: Judith Thompson (Brown) - MI

“Dear Michael, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. I know it is very hard to lose a parent. It has been a long time since we have...Read More »
21 of 45 | Posted by: Mary Agay Cook - Apache Junction, AZ

“We were so sorry to hear of the passing of your Mom; we will always remember her laughter & smiles; we'll never foreget when your Mom/Dad snow...Read More »
22 of 45 | Posted by: Karl & Ruth (Kirkpatrick) Hewitt - MI

“To the family of Char Hoyh, My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Mrs. Hoyh would always call my wife and let...Read More »
23 of 45 | Posted by: Nate Williams - Benton Harbor, MI

“Susan, David and Michael - I was deeply saddened to hear of your mother's passing. She was truly an amazing woman and I have always had - and will...Read More »
24 of 45 | Posted by: Deborah becker - Coloma, MI

“Dear Michael David and Susan, I grieve with you in the loss of your mother. She was the glue that held all things together at work and in her family...Read More »
25 of 45 | Posted by: angela noble - ann arbor, MI

“My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. ”
26 of 45 | Posted by: Lora (Schneider) Spencer - MI

“So many wonderful memories working with Char in the Benton Harbor Schools as a Music Educator. As the Music Secretary and Secretary at Creative Arts...Read More »
27 of 45 | Posted by: Susan Dietrich-Reed - St Joseph , MI

“To the Hoyh Family, So sorry for your loss. We know a time like this is difficult for so many. May it comfort you to know there is support for...Read More »
28 of 45 | Posted by: Jim and Linda Kubash - MI

“Susan, David, Michael; We just learned of your Mom's passing. Bette and I send our deep and sincere condolences to all of you and your families....Read More »
29 of 45 | Posted by: Patrick Neuman - Fort Myers, FL

“I met Char when she started work at Creative Arts. She has touched the lives of all 5 of my children. She became a great friend to me and my family....Read More »
30 of 45 | Posted by: Jenny McNally - Grand Ledge, MI

“My condolences for your loss and thanks for the love you have learned to give and share with others from the source that Mama Hoy provided. The...Read More »
31 of 45 | Posted by: Gary Keller - Chicag, IL

“My condolences for your loss and thanks for the love you have learned to give and share with others from the source that Mama Hoy provided. The...Read More »
32 of 45 | Posted by: Gary Keller - Chicag, IL

“My condolences for your loss and thanks for the love you have learned to give and share with others from the source that Mama Hoy provided. The...Read More »
33 of 45 | Posted by: Gary Keller - Chicag, IL

“Mom, You will always remain my best friend and you were always there for me even when I couldn't be there for myself. You gave so much of your self...Read More »
34 of 45 | Posted by: Michael A. Hoyh - benton harbor, MI

“It was because of you I started watching football, my 1st liked team was the Bears. You took me to see Lethal Weapon 2 and watched countless movies...Read More »
35 of 45 | Posted by: Jim Kiser Jr - Merritt Island , FL

“"Momma Hoyh" was a special person to many of us at Sorter School I was always amazed that she always remembered my name when I seen her. She was much...Read More »
36 of 45 | Posted by: michele - benton harbor, MI

“My condolences to the family and friends of Mrs. Charlotte Hoyh. Your smile and detailed way of getting things done will be missed in our community...Read More »
37 of 45 | Posted by: Angelique Joseph-Burnside - MI

“My thoughts and prayers are with Char's family. I worked with Char at Creative arts for a few years and i am honored to have known her. One thing...Read More »
38 of 45 | Posted by: Allison Marlow - Danvers, IL

“To dear Charlotte's family, May the Lord Jesus give you comfort during your time of grief. I worked as a secretary with BHAS and knew your...Read More »
39 of 45 | Posted by: Jan Umbenhaur - Benton Harbor, MI

“David, Rhonda, Cameron, Suzanne, Charles and Michael - How your Mom loved all of you! She loved to share stories and pictures about dinners you...Read More »
40 of 45 | Posted by: Lynn Avara-Stover - Frederick, MD

“I will miss you Char. I know you are in a better place. You could always make me smile anytime during the school day! I knew if I went down to your...Read More »
41 of 45 | Posted by: Linda Klapthor - MI - Friend

“I will miss you Char. I know you are in a better place. You could always make me smile anytime during the school day! I knew if I went down to your...Read More »
42 of 45 | Posted by: Linda Klapthor - MI - Friend

“Charlotte, God called you home, You will missed and loved ALWAYS and never forgotten. Love you Sis. ”
43 of 45 | Posted by: Pamela Jensen - St. Joseph, MI

“In my thirty-one year career w BHAS, I cannot recall eve a SINGLE secretary asient, dedicated, or involved with the school(s)/department(s) she...Read More »
44 of 45 | Posted by: Margaret Balyeat - Benton Harbor, MI

“Mom, I Love you .... "no more pain" ”
45 of 45 | Posted by: Suzanne - Eau Claire, MI - Mom


Benton Harbor – Charlotte K. Hoyh, 70 of Benton Harbor died Friday, January 20, 2012, at Lakeland Hospital, St. Joseph.
Funeral Services will be held at 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, Jan. 24, 2012 at St. Bernard's Catholic Church, 555 Delaware, Benton Harbor with Fr. William Jacobs Jr. officiating. Visitation will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday Jan. 23rd at Starks & Menchinger Funeral Home, 2650 Niles Rd., St. Joseph. Burial will be in Riverview Cemetery, St. Joseph. Memorials may be made to the American Heart Association, March of Dimes or the American Lung Association. Those wishing to share a memory online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.
Charlotte was born April 30, 1941 in Chicago, IL, to Edward and Irene Soltesz. Charlotte is a graduate of Bridgman High School and lived her entire life in this community. She was employed at Benton Harbor's Creative Arts Gifted and Talented School for over 20 years were she touched the lives of many children. Her laughter was contagious and smile would always light up the room, which is why back in the day her C.B. handle was "Sunshine Girl". She enjoyed bowling with her girlfriends and never missed watching a Chicago Bears football game. Her greatest loves were her children and grandson.
Charlotte was preceded in death by husband, Melvin and both parents. She is survived by her children – David (Rhonda) Hoyh of Orinda, CA, Suzanne (Charles) Schultz of Eau Claire, and Michael Hoyh of Benton Harbor. One grandchild – Cameron Hoyh. And sisters – Charmaine (Troy) Carter of Dallas, TX, Pamela (Ted) Jensen of St. Joseph, Edna (Jim) Kiser of Merritt Island, FL. And brother – Edward (Jennifer) Soltesz, Jr. of St. Joseph. As well as several nieces and nephews around the country.