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Megan Barrett Obituary
March, 19, 2016 after a massive hemorrhagic stroke. She was surrounded by her loved ones
throughout her time in the Neurological ICU and during her last weeks in hospice care.
Megan was born on July 3, 1980 to Ken and Cheryl Barrett, of Friendship, Maine and is survived by her father and stepmother,Ken and Jen Barrett of Silver Springs, FL; her sister and brother-in-law,Amanda and Matthew Grieshop of Lansing, MI; her three nephews, Sam,Arlo and Otis Grieshop; her fiance, Josh Hillsey of Lansing, MI, her sweet Labrador, Sandie and her many, many family and friends around the country.
After graduating from Medomak Valley High School in Waldoboro, Maine, Megan attended Framingham State University with a partial basketball scholarship. She graduated in 2002 with a B.A. degree in Media and Communications.
With the sudden diagnosis of Pancreatic cancer and eventual death of her mother in 2007, Megan felt compelled to return home to be with her family. While grieving, Megan volunteered and eventually worked for the American Cancer Society (ACS) organizing and planning Relay
For Life events.
In 2010, Megan transferred with ACS to Lansing, Michigan where she was able to be close to her sister and brother-in-law and play an active and loving role as Aunt to her three nephews. While working intimately with Lansing area communities, Megan fell in love with the Old Town
neighborhood and eventually took a position as the Executive Director of the Old Town Commercial Association (OTCA). Although her career path led her to work as the Communications and Content Marketing Manager for Two Men and a Truck, Megan continued to serve on the board of directors for the OTCA. Megan touched many lives with her empathy and compassion, her charisma and charm, as well as her contagious smile. She continued to be a vibrant and integral part of her community until her recent illness and death.
There will be a celebration of life ceremony held Saturday, March 26, 2016 at The Old Town Marquee, 319 E. Grand River Ave, Lansing MI at 6 PM. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you please consider making a donation in Megan's honor to the American Stroke and Heart Association. Friends may send a condolence to the family at www.palmerbush.com.
Memories and Condolences
for Megan Barrett
Sam Grieshop
October 3, 2016
She was my loving aunt and friend i do not go a day without missing her lots of random things remind me of her. I would like to thank all you have helped us with this tragedy and have written a note i am sure you miss her as much as i do.
Amy Gray
May 11, 2016
Saddened by this unfortunate news of Megan. I used to care for her and her older sister Amanda when they were very young.
March 28, 2016
"My heartfelt condolences to the family during this most difficult time. Cherish all the many wonderful memories you have shared with her. Please take comfort in the fact that Almighty God has sent his son to bind up the brokenhearted and comfort all who mourn." Isaiah 61:1, 2
O.H - Kansas City, Mo.
American Heart and Stroke Association
March 25, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
Mike Goergen
March 25, 2016
Our Hearts, Thoughts, Prayers and Good Wishes go out to the Barrett family, but especially to Josh Hillsey for the brightness and hope Megan brought into his life. We hope all who knew her recognize what a special human being she was and savor each moment they had with her. May she rest in a special peace.
Mike & Ruth Goergen
March 24, 2016
My deepest sympathy to the family. Our Heavenly Father has provided us with his comfort during difficult times like this. 2 Kings 20:5
Ian & Erica Boyko
March 24, 2016
May you find comfort and peace in the beautiful memories you created with Megan.
Michelle Barrett
March 24, 2016
My deepest sympathy. She was my staff partner with the Relay For Life in So. Paris, ME. She was a wonderful person
Mary & Tom Creagan
March 23, 2016
A perfect picture of Megan, her personality shows through so well. We will keep her in our prayers as well as all of the Barrett family.
Caitlin Creagan
March 23, 2016
My thoughts and prayers are with you. Megan was a dear friend. I always considered her family. She will be missed. I wish I could be there.
Sarah Christiansen
March 23, 2016
Megan will be missed by all of us in the Old Town community. She contributed so much in the short time she was here and we are all lucky to have known and loved her.
Angela Vale
March 23, 2016
She was such a beautiful soul. I sat next to her in our new employee orientation and we chatted and laughed so much. That is how I will remember her. God rest your soul sweet Megan.
Meegan Holland
March 23, 2016
I got to know Megan when she was Old Town director. She added to the long line of extremely competent and patient people who have held that post! I'll miss working with her. Condolences to her loved ones.
Cathleen Edgerly
March 23, 2016
My thoughts and prayers continue to be with all of you during this difficult time. We all were blessed to have known the beautiful woman that Megan was, and experience her leadership, compassion, and sassiness!
It was a pleasure mentoring her as a new Main Street Director, but in return she gave me so much in the short year that we knew each other. She was blessed to have so many wonderful friends and family who surrounded her with love on her final days. Thank you for sharing that with all of us who knew Megan!
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