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Champion, Violet M. Age 87, passed away Wednesday, April 27, 2016 at Borgess Medical Center in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Mrs. Champion was born on January 22, 1929 in Richland Twp., Michigan, the daughter of Carl and Margarethe (Marx) Adams. She graduated from W.K. Kellogg Consolidate Schools, Class of 1947. Violet, known to many as Vi, worked at the Gobles Grocery "Corner Store" for 20 years. In her spare time, she enjoyed bowling and golf. She was also quite creative and would spend many hours working on crafts, sewing and knitting. Vi embraced life and made sure to occupy her time doing things that she enjoyed and brought joy to others. She was a special lady who made life much happier for those that knew and loved her. Violet is survived by her children: Larry and Marsha Champion, Garry and Jennifer Champion, Barb and Jerry Dundon, Brian Champion and Janet Lowman; five grandchildren: Kerri and Brett Moss, Krista Champion and Derek Enis, Katelyn Champion and Tyler Parker, Shawn and Gina Dundon, Matt and Stacey Dundon; nine great-grandchildren; one brother, Dave and Sharon Adams; four sisters: Ginny and Stuart Hammond, Martha Karkau, Donna Dean, Shirley and Dave Elaman; and many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph; their infant son, Ronald; and two brothers: William Adams and Clarence "Kernel" Adams. Friends may meet with the family on Friday, May 6th from 11 am 12 pm at the First Presbyterian Church in Paw Paw, Michigan (120 Pine St.), where a memorial service will be held at 12 pm, Pastor Tiffany McCafferty officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made in Violet's name to the Gobles Athletic Department, 409 N. State St., Gobles, MI 49055. Arrangements being made through Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel (www.gordenfuneral.com).
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Just recently heard of Vi's passing - so very sorry for your loss. We were neighbors of Joe and Vi for over 25 years and they were a fixture of the neighborhood. Vi was a good woman with a heart of gold! So glad she is now with her beloved husband and infant son.
We are thinking of you!
Gary and Lori Delamarter
June 3, 2016
Our condolences to Vi's family
Gobles Insurance Center
May 10, 2016
Vi watched over me from the day I moved in. She was amazing and always had me smiling. The kids and I will miss her very much.
Tina Grybus
May 2, 2016
What a sweet lady. Friend for many years to our family. Our condolences to Barbara, Larry, Gary and Brian. She will be so missed.
Bonnie Williams
May 1, 2016
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
tim and julie logan
May 1, 2016
Sorry for your loss, she was a good woman! She will be missed !
Ron +Karen myers
May 1, 2016
My prayers are with you all during this difficult time. She was a beautiful and amazing lady and I will miss her very much. She not only was a good friend to me, but a second "mom." I have had so many good memories with her the past 2 1/2 years, but she will remain in my heart for the rest of my life.
Rhonda Collins
May 1, 2016
Sorry to hear about your loss. I have some happy memories, especially when Larry was a baby! Your Mom let me hang out at the house all the time. Time flies, take care.
Judy Champion Graff
May 1, 2016
Our deepest sympathies to you Garry, Jenny , Katie and the whole family.
Jeff and Rosemary Moreo
May 1, 2016
Sorry for your loss
Frank & Pam Tibbitts
May 1, 2016
Mary Ellen Sackett/Wills
April 30, 2016
To Vi's family....our thoughts and prayers are with you. Enjoyed visiting with her at the the Adams Reunions. She would keep me up to date with the family via Christmas cards over the years. She was very proud of her family. May the many memories of her, help you though this difficult time...
Richard (Butch) and Emma Adams
Emma Adams
April 30, 2016
So sorry to hear about Vi passing away. Our hearts are with you during this difficult time. She was a pleasure to talk to always enjoyed running in to her in the store. I am sure you have many good memories that will keep her in your heart.
Tim and Sandy (Rose) Peters
Gobles, MI
Sandy Peters
April 29, 2016
Dear family, you have our deepest sympathy. Vi was a wonderful women and a great friend to my parents. God Bless.
Maryann&Dave Grimes
April 29, 2016
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