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Marian Pierson Obituary

Pierson, Marian Chelsea, Michigan Age 90, died Friday, April 17, 2015 at her home. She was born May 3, 1924 in Chelsea, the daughter of Julius L. & Alma K. (Eschelbach) Eisele. Marian was a Chelsea High School graduate, class of 1942. She served in WAVES during WWII. Marian worked for John Keusch and Pete Flintoft for many years. She was a lifetime member of St. Paul United Church of Christ. She met John C. Pierson in the service and they were married on December 7, 1945 in San Diego. He preceded her in death on July 22, 2007. Survivors include a brother Eldean Eisele of Chelsea; her God-children, Jeanine Frey and Brian Arnett; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. A memorial service will be held Friday, April 24, 11:00 am at St. Paul United Church of Christ, Chelsea with Pastor Jim Coyl officiating. The family will receive friends Friday at the church from 10-11 am. A private burial will be at Oak Grove Cemetery, Chelsea. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Paul United Church of Christ.

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Published by Ann Arbor News from Apr. 20 to Apr. 23, 2015.

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Denham Smith

April 21, 2015

We have lived in our home for 37 years, largely due to the efforts of John. My parents, Dorothy and Elly Smith, aways spoke fondly of you and John and you often returned the same sentiments to me when we visited at Chelsea Family Practice when you brought John to see Dr. Jim Peggs. Marian, may you rest in peace.

Denny and Judy Smith

April 21, 2015

We are so sorry to hear of Marian's passing. We have fond memories of she and John years ago with our company, Pierson and Riemenschneider, Realtors. We are in Florida and will not be home at the time of the service but send our deepest sympathy and prayers. Bob and Jeanene Riemenschneider

Jeanine Frey

April 21, 2015

Here's to the woman that was my #2 Mom - Marian Pierson ...You brightened my life and so many others with your beautiful smile and charismatic personality. You shared with me your words of wisdom, and your unforgettable laughter will echo in my heart forever. Thank you for giving myself and my family beautiful memories to last a life-time! Say hi to "Charlie" (Uncle John). Your loving goddaughter.

April 20, 2015

Aunt Marian, you will always be in our hearts..we were so LUCKY to have you in family!!! Dave, Mary, David, Katie, Cameron,Victoria, Jason, Stacy, Cooper Adams

April 20, 2015

Rest in peace Marian. May you and John find each other again. Eldean, so sorry for your loss. She was one in a million

Janet, Suzanne, & Carl Pyle

Judy Kettunen

April 20, 2015

Marian was a dear, sweet lady. Carl and I had so much fun with her and John when we ran into them in Florida. My deepest sympathy Eldean.
Judy (Schneider) Kettunen

Margaret (Merkel) Mynning

April 20, 2015

Marian was a friend and I will miss her at The Pines. She was always a very cheerful person.
May her soul rest in peace.

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