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Mary Wilson Obituary

Mary Alice Wilson Eaton Rapids Her long battle is over and now she is resting with "The King." Age 69, passed away in Charlotte, April 10, 2010. She was born in Deland, IL, September 8, 1940, the daughter of Leo Leland and Daisy Marie (Stiverson) Chaney. Mary worked at the GM Service Parts Plant for 25 years before retiring. She enjoyed flower and vegetable gardening, loved to listen to music, especially Elvis, and most enjoyed taking her grandchildren up north. Mary is survived by her sons, Jeff (Kathy) Wilson of Eaton Rapids, Kelly Wilson of Burton, MI; grandchildren, Kody and Kiel Wilson of Eaton Rapids; brothers, Rick (Patty) Chaney, Bud (Shirley) Chaney; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m., Tuesday, April 13, 2010 at the Shelly-Odell Funeral Home, 518 S. Main St. Eaton Rapids with Pastor Bud Chaney officiating. Visitation will be held one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Rosehill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Rd. Charlotte, MI 48813, American Cancer Society, 3100 West Rd. East Lansing, MI 48823 or the charity of choice. www.shellyodell.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Apr. 12, 2010.

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brittany meinke

April 15, 2010

we will all miss mary she was a great women. i know right now she has a big smile on her face because she is with elvis! we love you mary R.I.P

April 13, 2010

Jeff, Kelly and Rick
Sorry to hear that Mary passed away I remember her as always laughing and talking about how much she loved Elvis, Im sure she will be sadly missed by all.
Terry Johnson

April 13, 2010

I am so sorry to hear about your loss, my prayers are with you & your family.

Mary Jo Johnson

Cecelia Breininger

April 13, 2010

Wilson family...I am sorry for your loss.I know she will be missed.Please accept my deepest sympathies

Pauline Martini

April 13, 2010

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Cindy Kleiman

April 12, 2010

So very sorry to hear about your Mom. I worked with Mary in Lansing and we had a lot of fun-at work and afterwards in her backyard or wherever the party was. I wish her peace. We will always remember 'MAW' (as we all used to call her.) My deepest sympathy for your loss. Cindy Kleiman (Grand Blanc)

Christin

April 12, 2010

R.I.P. Aunt Mary! I will miss you so much. I know you are in a better place, and I know you are hanging out with the Grandma Daisy and the King! It makes it a little easier knowing that!! Love you always!

Ceejae King

April 12, 2010

Jeff and family, I was so sorry to hear about your mothers passing. Please accept my sincere condolences and may all your memories of her give you comfort.. Ceejae

Barbara & Jerry Davis

April 12, 2010

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

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