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Mary Joan "M.J." Bauries

Mary Joan "M.J." Bauries obituary, East Lansing, MI

Mary Bauries Obituary

Mary Joan "M.J." Bauries East Lansing Born December 24, 1935; M.J. slipped away from us all in the middle of her 75th year of life on earth Saturday, July 3rd. She and husband Fred celebrated their 52nd wedding anniversary June 21st. M.J. was a loving daughter, wife, mother, sister, grandmother, good friend, and life companion. Her easy, winning and sometimes mischievous smile faded with her passing, but the memories of it -- and her -- surely will linger. She valiantly fought a 28-month battle against a vicious form of cancer before being overwhelmed by it. We ask God to welcome her spirit home with wide open arms as He does all His favored children. M.J. was preceded in death by her parents, and two brothers, William France and Richard France. She is survived by her husband; daughter Suzette (Brian) Perry of Mason; son Scott Bauries; grandchildren, Sophia, Sebastian, and Natasha; brother, John France of Minneapolis, MN; and sister Margaret France of Duluth, MN. There will be a Remembrance Gathering in the Banquet Room of East Lansing's Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbot Road at 1:00 p.m. Tuesday, July 20, for friends and family. Her ashes will be scattered Saturday, July 24, during a 1:00 p.m. ceremony at the scenic overlook on S. Mississippi River Blvd. just south of W. Hartford Ave., St. Paul, Minnesota, followed by lunch at a nearby restaurant. If you wish, you are welcome to honor her memory with a gift to your favorite charity or organization. Know that we treasure everyone who knew and loved her. Lovingly, Fred, Scott and Suzette The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, East Lansing. Online condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimaneastlansing.com

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Published by Lansing State Journal on Jul. 11, 2010.

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Andrea Daines

July 30, 2010

My sincere condolances to Scott, Suzette and Mr. Bauries.

Nancy Parker

July 20, 2010

Dear Fred, Scott, and Susan,
So sad is the loss of a loved one. My prayers and thoughts are with all of you. MJ was a dear spirit and often made me laugh...she will be missed.
Sincerely,

Francie Todd

July 20, 2010

Dear Fred, Scott and Susan:

I am terribly saddened to hear that MJ has passed away. I have such fond memories of her ready smile and delightful laugh. She was the spirit of Ad Club to me -- always striking a perfect balance between professionalism and fun. MJ was a joy to be around and I feel lucky to have had the priviledge to know her. May your cherished memories and the love that surrounds you lighten your sorrow.

Kim and Jeff Mull

July 16, 2010

Dear Fred, Scott, and Susan,


We are so sorry to just hear of MJ's passing. She was always, as they say, "good people." And always sporting that contagious smile. You have our deepest sympathy. Keep in mind, she's smiling more than ever, now.

Tim Durso

July 15, 2010

Fred and Family,
My thoughts and prayers are with you. I just heard about MJ today after returning from vacation. I'm so sorry for your loss. I will never forget that smile and what a wonderful person she was. God Bless.
Tim Durso

Autumn Slanker

July 12, 2010

Fred and Family....I am so saddened to hear of your loss. She was such a joy to be around. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Roy Saper

July 11, 2010

Dear Fred and Family -- So sorry to have just learned of your great loss. May the memories of M.J.'s life bring solace to you now and in the future. Our thoughts are with you.

Jeff Boerger

July 11, 2010

We'll miss you, MJ. I'm honored to have had your friendship for the past 35 years!
Fred, Suzette, and Scott, you're in my thoughts at this time.

Martin & Judy Hudson

July 11, 2010

Our deepest sympathy to Fred and family. M.J. touched many people with her open face smile and her heart; always talking about her love of her family and especially her grandchildren. Still she always had the ability to make you feel important asking about you and your family. M.J. touched many people over the years and will be truly missed. You are all in our prayers.

Julie Levy-Weston

July 7, 2010

So sorry to hear of your loss. MJ was a wonderful person to have at vol. check in at the folk festival. She knew her stuff and was welcoming to all our many volunteers. We will miss her greatly this year. Keeping you all in our thoughts.

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