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Mary Ellen Maeder
Born: 12/29/1937
Died: 3/22/2023
Age: 85
Community: Birch Run, MI
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Maeder, Mary Ellen – of Birch Run, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 22, 2023, at the age of 85.
Mary was born to the late Patrick and Anne LaFlair of Saginaw, Michigan. It was in Saginaw where Mary met the love of her life, Glen. They were married on December 9, 1961, and celebrated 59 years of marriage before Glen passed away in August of 2021. Mary met her calling in life by becoming a teacher. She graduated from Central Michigan University and continued her passion for teaching for Birch Run Area Public Schools. Although she taught for many years at several different grade levels, she was primarily a 6th Grade English Teacher.
Mary was a loving Wife, Mother, Grandmother (Gram), Aunt, and Friend. Mary had several hobbies that kept her busy throughout her life. On the cold winter days, Mary spent her time sewing quilts, pillows, and other gifts for her family and friends. When the weather permitted, Mary would spend her time outside. She loved walking along the beach and tending to her flower and vegetable gardens. When the hot summer days would turn into cool evenings, Mary could be found on her porch with a cup of coffee looking at the water or reading one of her books. Mary spent a lot of time giving back to others, every summer she would spend a couple of weeks volunteering at Vacation Bible School at her Church in Au Gres.
Mary is survived by: Three children: Laura (Will) Schultz of Birch Run, Anne (Gary) Hazen of AuGres, and Mark (Gail) Maeder of Marquette. Three grandchildren: Tasha (Steve) Britton, Aaron (Jordan) Hazen, and Kevin (Courtney) Hazen. Two brothers: Michael (Barb) LaFlair and Thomas (Sarah) LaFlair. Many nieces, nephews, and friends. Mary was also preceded in death by her sister, Patricia Maurer.
Funeral services will be held at 11AM Tuesday, March 28, 2023, at Christ Lutheran Church – 8101 Poellet St., Birch Run with Pastor Sue Trinklein officiating. Burial to follow in Flint Memorial Park. The family will receive visitors at the church on Monday from 3PM until 8PM, and on Tuesday from 10AM until the time of service at 11AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Christ Lutheran Church. Please sign our guestbook or share an online condolence with the family at www.oguinnfh.com.
O'Guinn Family Funeral Home
Birch Run Chapel
989.624.9342 |
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3/27/2023 |
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3:00 PM |
| The family will receive visitors at Christ Lutheran Church - 8101 Poellet St., Birch Run on Monday, March 27, 2023, from 3PM until 8PM |
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| Funeral Service |
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3/28/2023 |
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11:00 AM |
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Pastor Sue Trinklein |
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