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Lou Staffney Obituary

Mrs. Lou Anne (Stenholm) Staffney, age 82, passed away Thursday, April 18, 2013. She was born November 23, 1930 in Muskegon to David and Anna (Wiersma) Stenholm and was a life resident of the area. On June 9, 1951, she married Donald P. Staffney in Muskegon and he preceded her in death on March 12, 2012. Lou Anne worked at Sears for 27 years prior to her retirement. She was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church where she was active with the Woman's Guild. Lou Anne was an accomplished seamstress and chef extraordinaire. She enjoyed crafting and winning a good game of cards with her friends. Her legacy will live on with her two children, Cathy (Gary) Barnes of Dallas, TX, Vincent Staffney of Muskegon; four grandchildren, Tyler Barnes, Rylan Barnes, Cassie Lockhart, Charis Barnes; four great-grandchildren, Ascher, Kellan, Olivia, and Madeline. Lou Anne was also preceded in death by her parents, two sisters and four brothers. MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL will be celebrated 10:00 AM Monday, April 22, 2013 in Marian Chapel at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church with the Rev. Fr. Philip P. Salmonowicz as celebrant. VISITATION will be held 9:30-10:00 AM prior to the Mass. INTERMENT will take place at Lakeside Cemetery. MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS may be directed to Harbor Hospice. Arrangements handled by The Walburn Chapel 1547 W. Sherman Blvd. (231) 759-8565 Sign the guestbook on-line at www.sytsemafh.com.

Published by Muskegon Chronicle on Apr. 21, 2013.
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Dear Vince, Cathy, and familie's
Our deepest sympathy in the death of
lou Anne. We shared a lifetime of
wonderful memories with her and Don;
from the early years growing up in
Lakeside, school days, many mutual
friends, the Mill, and several
years in retirement in the same park
---Oh, yes! The memories are good!
They will both be greatly missed.
Ourlove and prayers are with you all

Ray & Gayle Bickowski

May 17, 2013

We are so sorry for your loss. She wiil be greatly missed by her family at The Village at Park Terrace.

Wendy Little
The Village at Park Terrace

Wendy Little

April 25, 2013

Vince & Cathy - Our family wishes to send our deepest condolences to you and your family. Our prayers are with all of you.
Gladys(Richard)Martin, Connis Martin, Sue (Martin)Kennert & Kevin Martin

April 22, 2013

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

Wanda Ortquist

April 21, 2013

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