Michelle Zenor Obituary

Michelle Anne Zenor, 64, passed away on January 2, 2013. Michelle worked for the State of Alaska for over 25 years. She retired August 1st, 2012 from the Dept. of Transportation and previously worked for State Parks. For a number of years she also worked part-time for Providence Extended Care. She moved to Alaska in 1971 and lived in Sitka and Palmer before moving to Anchorage about 20 years ago.

She is survived by her daughter and son-in-law Kari and Mike Miles, daughter and son-in-law Kim and Brandon Cotter; grandchildren Tate Miles and Elsa Cotter; sister Jean Cunningham and brothers Jim and Tom Cunningham; and many, many friends around the country. She was preceded in death by her parents.

Michelle always had a song to sing and loved her experiences and friendships with Sweet Adeline's Top of the World Chorus. Her skills at quilting are keeping many of her family and friends nice and warm. Planning trips, especially to warm beaches brought her much joy:she loved the warmth of the sun and snorkelling with her turtles.

Michelle was always smiling and had an endlessly positive outlook. On her last day on earth, she was surrounded by love and light from her daughters and close friends. We are all comforted knowing she is with the angels she so avidly believed in. Her melodic voice is, without a doubt, a welcome addition to the heavenly choir.

Her ashes will be scattered at one of her favorite beaches.

There will be a celebration gathering at the Bayshore Clubhouse on Wednesday, January 9th at 7 p.m.

Donations are welcome to a charity of your choice.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Anchorage Daily News from Jan. 6 to Jan. 7, 2013.

Memories and Condolences
for Michelle Zenor

14 Entries

Kim Cotter

January 22, 2013

Miss you Mama

Dsrlene Hunz-Carlson

January 16, 2013

Kari and Kim, I was shocked to hear about your mothers passing. She was always fun and we laughed together. We knew each other before we met in Alaska. It all began in MN with horses way back then. She will be so missed in my heart.

Marti Kavadas

January 8, 2013

Thank you Michelle for all you taught me as a young girl...You raised two beautiful young ladies and your love for them and your grandchildren, will never be forgotten....

Vickie Straube

January 7, 2013

Michelle was a very sweet lady. She always had a big smile on. I was honored to know her. She's up in heaven singing with the Angels

Susan Harnasch

January 7, 2013

To a wonderful lady, you will be missed.

Amanda Vanderwood

January 7, 2013

Michelle was always the first light you saw when entering the "ANNEX" for many years. She was always happy and very talented. I am sorry to hear about her passing. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Losing her at such a young age when she just began her second life journey. I guess she changed the journey on her terms.
Amanda Vanderwood

Becki Kevan-McKinney

January 7, 2013

Your mom was a very wonderful person and I always kept a spot in my heart for her. I have thought of her often through the years. I am saddened by your loss but rejoice that she has a place with God in Heaven! Hugs to you all. Becki (Kevan), Dave, Megan, Cordell and Sara McKinney

January 6, 2013

Kari, Kim and families.....I will miss her so much. Michelle and I had some fun times and talked often. We travelled and roomed together and she had visited Chuck & me last January for two weeks in Arizona. We cannot be at the Memorial but we know she will be watching from above and loving everyone. Hugs to all, Nora & Chuck Inman

Gerri Cotter

January 6, 2013

Dear Kim, Brandon,Kari,Mike,Tate and Elsa, Michelle and I met over the phone when Elsa was on her way. We connected over our mutual love for our children and grandchildren. We were given the gift of motherhood, and we spent many conversations laughing at our ineptness at figuring out what the heck we were doing! But grandmotherhood...now that's a different story. It was a blast for both of us, sharing Elsa, and for me hearing the wonders of Tate! She rolled up her sleeves and pitched in to help with Devlin's wedding and we laughed about that, as well as figuring out how to use a GPS. I miss her but that's the price I paid for getting to know her...and you...and it was a fair deal.I love the picture you chose for this obituary, because that smile and laughter will be how I will remember her. Love and tears, Gerri

Mary Caterinichio

January 6, 2013

My deepest condolences on the passing of Michelle. She and I worked for the Dept of Transportation and I will always remember her positive outlook, bright smile and BEAUTIFUL voice. May God bless all of you during this difficult time.

Jon Dunham

January 6, 2013

I knew Michelle when she worked for Internal Review at DOT. She was always positive and pleasant. Wished she could have enjoyed more of her retirment. our prayers are with your family.

Barbara Landi

January 6, 2013

So sorry about your Mom...I DO remember her smile, always looking positive and joyful

Jean Benham

January 6, 2013

Michelle's family,
It was my honor to have sang with your Mom. She will be a great addition to the "Heavenly Chorus". I also have a wall quilt hanging that came to me, which she made, as a secret sister gift many years ago. God bless you in your time of sorrow.

Vicki Kevan Matney

January 6, 2013

Kari & Kim,
It is with great sadness that I learn of your Mom's passing. She was so young. It took me completely by surprise. She and I had many good times and lots of laughs during our Sitka and Palmer years. She loved you girls so much and her Christmas letters reflected that feeling when telling me about all the events of that particular year. Our prayers are with you and your families at this difficult time.

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