Gertrude Demijohn Obituary

DEMIJOHN, GERTRUDE Gertrude Demijohn, age 91, Farwell, MI resident passed died peacefully in her sleep with her family at her side on November 12th, 2013. Born February 12, 1922 in Saginaw, MI. She worked at Lufkin Rule in 1941 and 1942 before following her husband-to-be to Pasadena, CA, when he enlisted in the Army. Gertrude married in 1943. She moved back to Saginaw in 1944 and other than a brief time in Pittsburg, PA, from 1949 to 1957, she spent the rest of her life in Shields, Hemlock and Farwell, MI. She worked at Kresge's and the West Side Co-op in the 1960's and 1970's. Gertrude and her husband recently celebrated their 70th wedding anniversary earlier this year. Gertrude had a passionate enthusiasm for any card game, anytime of day. Gertrude will be remembered as a wonderful mother, a wonderful wife, a wonderful grandmother and a wonderful person. She left a legacy of friends where ever she lived or traveled and all who met her would agree she was a role model. The memories her family has of her are chrerished and she leaves a void in their lives that will last forever. Gertrude is loved, and missed, beyond what words can express. We are so thankful she was our mother! Gertrude leaves behind her husband Joseph Demijohn, of Farwell, MI; son Joseph Demijon Jr. and wife Christtine of Sandia Park, NM; son Daniel Demijohn and wife Jackie of Farwell, MI, and numerous gandchildren and great grandchildren. A special thank you is expressed to Heartland Hospice for their care.

Published by Saginaw News on MLive.com from Nov. 26 to Nov. 28, 2013.
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READING WHAT OTHERS WHO KNEW OUR MOTHER HAD TO SAY PERHAPS HER DEAR FRIEND, CLARA ROBERTS, SAID IT BEST " ---ANOTHER STAR HAS JOINED THE HEAVENS, BUT HERS SHINES THE BRIGHTEST. " WE MISS YOU SO MUCH. YOU WERE ALWAYS THE PERSON WE COULD DEPEND ON FOR SUPPORT.

JOEY DEMIJOHN

Son

November 20, 2019

So many wonderful memories you have left us with. Our cups
runnith over. We miss you so much. You brought so much warmth, happiness, and love to everyone around you. The passing days don't have the same rays of sunshine without you. If you only knew how you lit up our lives with your laugh, your smile, the sparkle in those beautiful green emerald eyes, your boundless energy, and most of all your selfless love. You gave so much and ask so little in return.
It hardly seems fair. i hope with all my heart that there is a
hereafter where we can once again renew our bonds of love,
reminisce, and hug for ever lasting eternity. Joey

February 3, 2014

I'll always remember childhood trips to Hemlock, Michigan ... the house and lake on O'Hara Rd and Grandma making Ann and I dinosaur shaped pancakes for breakfast. You'll be missed Grandma. Love Joe III.

December 7, 2013

Grandma, You were the best grandma that we could have ever wished for. From pancakes every morning in shapes of animals, to hidden cinnamon bears in the bedside table so our parents didn't find them, to your fabulous fudge, to your jolly laugh and twinkle in your eye. You were and will always be the "perfect" grandma. You made our childhood magical. We will miss you dearly -- you are irreplaceable and forever in our hearts. Love, Ann

December 3, 2013

Dear Joe SR.,
Very sorry your wife passed. You may not remember me but I knew you from when you worked in the Induction Lab years ago in Plant 3. I was the engineer with the limp. My prayers are with you.

John Finger

December 2, 2013

Thank you Aunt Gert for all the fond memories. You were one special lady.

Sue Kessler

November 28, 2013

Will miss you Aunt Gert.

John Demijohn Jr

November 28, 2013

Have known Gertie fo almost 70 years and she moved away in1957. But for ever one of those years we were apart we never missed exchanging Christtmas cards..The bond will be broken this year but friendship endures forever. I will so miss the happiness her Christmas message brought to my heart every holiday season.
Another star has joined the heavens. For me, one of the brightest stars that shine You have been a dear, dear friend.
Goodbye Gertie !

Clara Roberts

November 28, 2013

God bless you…for a life well lived!!

Sally Pratt

November 28, 2013

I shall never forget 27 years ago you welcomed me into your family with open arms,a beautiful warm smile and your heart. The sparkle in those amazing blue eyes ,said it all.I instantly fell in love with my new Mother In Law. A bond that could not be broken. I will cherish the memories of our wonderful trips,the most memorable being our times in New Orleans! When we were together how we would laugh non stop for hours, our endless card games and pink squirrel's, your delectable meals and your beautiful gardens. We were all truly blessed to have had you in our lives. I love you Gertie, You will live in my heart forever. Chrissy

Christine Demijohn

November 28, 2013

Say Hi! to my mom Aunt Gert. Miss you both.

Francis Demijohn

November 28, 2013

While I was never able to meet you personally, I did know Dan and Jackie, what a wonderful inspiration and impact you have been. Your life will continue to be a beautiful celebration of this inspiration. So very sorry Dan and Jackie.

November 27, 2013

I'm sincerely grateful that I got to know you,Gert, even though it was for such a short time. You will be missed!

Sandy Bristol

November 27, 2013

You would of been someone I would have enjoyed spending time with and the stories you could share. Friend of Jackie

November 27, 2013

You loved us with all your heart, no one could have loved us any better. I will hold you close to me always. Thank you for all of the joy, love, laughter and hard work. I love you always.

Jackie Warren Demijohn

November 27, 2013

November 27, 2013

November 27, 2013

If you are an old friend who does not have my number it is 989-588-2226. I would love to hear from you

joe- senior

November 27, 2013

Dan

November 27, 2013

We are truly sadden for the Demijohn family for their loss of such a beautiful, caring Wife, Mother, Grandmother & Mother-in-law. She was so full of love and kindness. Her beautiful,radiant smile will always stay with us to remember her by.

David & Elana Roy

November 27, 2013

Mr. Demijohn, My husband Jerry Kennedy whom worked at Saginaw Steering Geer. We are so very sorry for your loss of Gert. We currently live in Florida and can't make it back to Saginaw at this time. Would like to get in contact with you, but have lost your address and phone number. sorry again for your loss of Gert.

Jerry and Debra Kennedy

November 26, 2013

Jennie sent us the news of Mrs. Demijohn. We are so very sad to hear of her passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Tom and Patti Doyle

November 26, 2013

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