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Colleen Lipski Obituary

Lipski (Jazwinski), Colleen Colleen Ann Lipski (Jazwinski) born April 30, 1961, died unexpectedly January 29, 2016. Colleen's amazing spirit and perky smile will always be remembered by her husband Dave of 32 years; children David (Katie), Drew (Emily) and Aaron (Summer); grandchildren Sophia, Abby and Mady; parents Sonya and Jim Jazwinski; mother-in-law Bette Lipski; siblings Jim (Elizabeth) Jazwinski and Alicia (Michael) Pavona; brothers and sisters-in-law Georgia Kaywood, Sue (Ed) Wright, Richard (Kathryn) Lipski, Mary (Jim) Myers, Betsy (Stan) Klocko, Steve (Jackie) Lipski, Joe (Theresa) Lipski and Connie Holbrook; as well as several nieces, nephews, cousins, aunts, uncles and dear friends who loved and enjoyed her more than words can say. Colleen's beauty and fun-filled soul will forever mark the many lives she touched. Her family and those she loved always came first, especially her boys. Colleen's career as a stylist at Classic Hair Design, gave her great joy as she made people look and feel their best. She had a passion for cooking, and her culinary contributions were enjoyed by all. Her contagious laughter will be greatly missed, even when at the most inappropriate times. She was a loving, caring and giving person who was larger than life and brightened the worlds of all those who knew her. A Mass of Christian Burial and Committal will be celebrated Thursday 11:00 am St. Mary's Church, Marne where she will repose one hour prior. Interment St. Mary's Church Cemetery, Marne. Her family will receive visitors Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at the Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, 3525 Remembrance NW.

Published by Grand Rapids Press from Feb. 4 to Feb. 7, 2016.
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Sonya and Jim
So sorry to hear about your daughter's death. I Didnot know about your daughter's death til a week after the funeral. Sorry I missed the visitation, etc. may you be given strength for the days ahead. Rolling Greene neighbor

Marilyn Demaagd

February 22, 2016

Dear Dave, Family , friends of Colleen,
I am so deeply sorry for this sudden passing of Colleen. She was so very kind and fun. My prayers will be for all of her closest for strength for the sadness . She was a beautiful fun loving women .

Lisa Gerke

February 17, 2016

Dave and family, I was saddened to hear of Colleen's passing. May she R.I.P. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.

Jody Hutchinson

February 13, 2016

I am so very sorry for your loss, David. Such a tragedy.I didn't know her but I knew you when you were a kid. I'm Jan, your sister Betsys friend. I would have been there for you, but I winter in Florida. Prayers for you and your family.

Janice Becker

February 11, 2016

So very sorry for your loss. I graduated w/ Colleen and remember her as a very spirited girl. May God comfort you as you mourn such a great loss.

Kathy Geerling

February 10, 2016

Dave and family,
We are so sorry to hear about Colleen's passing. Colleen was a wonderful cheerful person and she will be missed. May the strength all around you bring you some peace and consolation.

~ Chris & Tom Marckini

Christina Marckini

February 10, 2016

Dave and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this difficult time. Colleen was a wonderful person. She was always so happy and cheerful. May the strength all around you bring you peace and consolation.

~ Chris and Tom Marckini

Christina Marckini

February 10, 2016

Colleen will be missed by all. She had a smile that always brightened your day. God Bless.

Mike & Vicki Gogocha

February 10, 2016

Dear Lipski family,
My sympathy goes out to you in the sudden passing of Colleen. We all had such good laughs with her at the credit union. So sorry for your loss.

Sheila Reed

February 10, 2016

My thoughts and prayers are with all
of Colleen's family. She always did a fantastic job styling my hair and helping me look professional. My patients always asked who did my hair...and I proudly told them about Colleen. She was a great talker as well as a great listener. She loved talking about her family and the next party she was getting ready for. I sometimes ran into her at Sobie's. I'm sure she is looking down at us all from heaven and saying "don't be sad, I'm gonna get this party started...see you soon!"

Dr. Mary Palaszek

February 9, 2016

So sorry for your loss Dave & your family, I have fond memories of the two of you. Prayers for the family

Margaret (Peaches) Moerman- Chilcote

February 9, 2016

I am so sorry to hear that Ms Lipski passed away May you find comfort in the words of family, friends and the "God of All Comfort" through this difficult time 2Cor1:3

February 9, 2016

Dave, our heartfelt sympathy to your family and Colleen's family. Words cannot express our sorrow. Hold on dearly to all the wonderful memories you shared with Colleen. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Rich & Chris Sundstrom

February 8, 2016

Dave and family...so sorry for your loss, words cannot express my feelings.....please know that prayers and blessings are being said for you..peace my friends..Ann.

February 8, 2016

Alicia, we are so sorry to hear of your dear sister's death. What a bright star in your family has dimmed. Treasure the memories and know the strength of prayers for you all are being said right now.

Dan and Nan Vander Meer

February 8, 2016

Anthony and Mary Jane Huckleberry

February 8, 2016

We are very saddened by the news of Colleens passing. She was such a fun loving person and we will miss her up at the trailer park at Big Bend Park. Our condolences go out to her family. Pat & Laura Burns

February 8, 2016

My heartfelt condolences to Colleen' s family and friends! She was a great friend and awesome hairstylist ! I'll miss her dearly! God Bless!

Kathy Swendrowski

February 8, 2016

I am so moved and saddened to hear of Colleen's passing. She was such a positive mentor for my daughter, who worked closely with, and under Colleen through an education program. Colleen meant the world to my daughter. We wanted her family, the salon, and close friends to know we are greiving with you, and keeping you all uplifted and surrounded in prayer. With our love and deepest sympathy...

Lisa and Jayna M.

February 7, 2016

Our deepest condolences for your loss. Our prayers are with you. Leon & Sherri Klocko

February 7, 2016

So sorry for the sudden passing of Colleen. Thinking of you and your family. Janice Kurlenda and family

Janice Kurlenda

February 7, 2016

Alicia, I am so sorry about the sudden and terrible loss of your sister, a blow that is tremendously difficult to suffer. Although I didn't know Colleen, I've heard wonderful things about her for years. I wish you peace and comfort in the love of Gloria, Michael, and all of your extended family. Please know that we are thinking of you. Nell and family

Nell Waldman

February 7, 2016

Alicia I am so sorry on the loss of your sister. She thought so highly of you and had such a wonderful spirit. Thoughts and prayers to you all, Sarah Green

Saraj Green

February 7, 2016

Dave and family, so sorry to hear about Colleen. You are all in my thoughts and prayers. God Speed...

Steve Wahl

February 7, 2016

My thoughts and prayers to the Lipski/Jazwinski families. My memories of Colleen will always be of her beautiful smile and her genuine personality! Rest in peace Colleen.

Jackie Oosdyke(Visser)

February 7, 2016

I knew Colleen Lipski(Jazwinski) classmate WCHS class 79&Lou Rouge School of Beauty.We rode the bus from WCHS to Lou Rouge.We went to The Detroit Renassance Center for hair show(over night hotel stay). I remember spending all of the $200.00 my Busha gave me and Colleen& other girls came back with money in their pockets). Such fun Memories never fade! Colleen always greeted me with a smile and a "Hows It Goin?".Even though Marybeh Castle(Wright) was my daughter Jenny Steffens and my stylist we got to know all the gr8 gals at Classic Hair Design as family! I knew Colleen from the Meijer Hair Salon days to Classic Hair Design.My sympathy is for colleens husband Dave and Boys and extended families& To All the wonderful stylists( gals) that make us all look and feel so beautiful. We love you so very much ( hope Collen knew that). May God give you Peace and Strength at this sudden shocking time of your loss.Remember to show love to everyone every day and keep the sprint of laughter( as Colleen would want that) in our everyday lives to help us deal with our grief..RIP Colleen Lipski(Jazwinski) You will be sadly missed.So looking forward to seeing you Collen one day again( if the Lord will let me).xo❤❤

Regina Steffens

February 6, 2016

So saddened by the sudden loss of such a kind and happy person. Will miss her very much.

Carol Hoover

February 6, 2016

I will truly miss Colleen.The fond memories of working with her at Meijer and Classic will always be in my heart. Even though I left the salon years ago, she has remained my friend and stylist.My prayers go out to Dave and the family as I know this will be a very hard time for all of you. May God keep you in his loving arms. Sincerely, Colleen Keith

Colleen Keith

February 5, 2016

I will truly miss Colleen.The fond memories of working with her at Meijer and Classic will always be in my heart. Even though I left the salon years ago, she has remained my friend and stylist.My prayers go out to Dave and the family as I know this will be a very hard time for all of you. May God keep you in his loving arms. Sincerely, Colleen Keith

Colleen Keith

February 5, 2016

Sue & Ed, Larry & I extend our sympathies. I worked with Colleen at Classic Hair when I worked as a receptionist there. She was always so sweet.
May God give you all Peace during this difficult time.
Larry & LeeAnn Conley

February 5, 2016

Our sincerest condolences to you all. We just met Colleen this past year and when we think of her, we See her sunny smile and her kindness. Paul, Cyndee, Maggie, and Annah Sugar

February 5, 2016

Alicia, Sonya, Jim and Family - I wanted to let you all know that your family is in my prayers and thoughts. I am truly sorry for this loss and pray that God brings you comfort and peace through all the memories she has left behind. Nancy (Gerke) Stellini

Nancy Stellini

February 5, 2016

I knew Colleen thru friends that worked with her way back in HS at Parkside and the fact that Mike Lipski is my brother from a different mother. My condolences to Colleen's family- May God grant you His Peace and may memories warm your hearts - love never leaves us! I remember her beautiful smile and bubbly personality!

Mary Kay (Debri) Potyraj

February 5, 2016

I'm deeply saddened by the sudden loss of such a great friend&salon "family "member,you will be truly missed.im very blessed to have traveled 29 yrs.with such a wonderful gal❤

Sallijo Robinson

February 5, 2016

Our sympathy to Dave and her loved ones. We are so shocked to hear Colleen's unexpected passing. Our family has known Colleen since she worked at Meijers in the past and then when they moved to a home next to ours. Watched her boys growup and knew of the love she had for her family May all the memories you have of your lives together, give you the strength to deal with your loss. I know she was so very proud of her children and grandchildren and the love you all shared. You will all be in our thoughts. May you find her looking over and guiding you through your lives forever.

Brad and Sharon DeVries

February 4, 2016

We are so sorry to hear of the sudden loss of Colleen. We enjoyed getting to know her at Big Bend Park for the few summers we camped there. She was funny, vivacious and genuine. Her presence will noticeably be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with Dave, her sons and extended family members.

The Seifert Family~ Don, Mary Jared & Collin

Mary Seifert

February 4, 2016

Thinking of your family at this most difficult time, my memories are from the early years, I will always remember her smiling when you saw her and her positive attitude.

Jim and Chris Pelton

February 4, 2016

Marcia Zawistowski

February 4, 2016

We are so shocked and saddened to hear of Colleen's passing. I remember her when she did hair at Meijers and then on to Classic Hair where she went through two of my pregnancies along with two of hers. She was a fun,spirited woman and touched many people. Our sympathy to the family. may God give you all the peace and comfort now and the many days that will follow. God Bless, The Gulch family

February 4, 2016

Dave and family you are in our thoughts and prayers.


Steve , Charmain Richel and family

Steve and Charmain Richel

February 4, 2016

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

PS. 55:22

February 4, 2016

I knew Colleen from going to the beauty shop" two of my daughters went to school with her. Colleen was a fun person and when I was at the shop she and I would talk about the old neighborhood, seems she was raised in the same area I was raised in. I loved talking to her and enjoyed her laughter and beautiful smile. My heart goes out to her family and may they find peace in the Lord at this sad time. I will miss her and remember her with very fond memories. Rest in peace Colleen, God has you now. We will all miss you. Mary and Gerard Lampani

Mary Lampani

February 4, 2016

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