Maureen T. Stillin

NORTHPORT — Maureen Theresa Stillin, 82, of Northport, passed away Wednesday, Sept. 17, 2008, at Munson Medical Center.

Maureen was born Dec. 18, 1925, in Detroit, the daughter of Edmund O'Kelly and Gabrielle Phillips. Her husband, Victor "Poppy" V. Stillin, preceded her in death on Oct. 31, 2004.

She was an excellent cook and read cookbooks like novels. The family would gather every Sunday for dinner at her and Poppy's home. Maureen's love of cooking also had her catering for many people in the area.

Maureen spent 20 years at Ford. In addition, she worked for Consumers Power, was a Realtor and was an original Kelly Girl. All of those accomplishments were despite the fact she never drove anywhere!

She was a strong lady, opinionated to the right, with a deep pride in her Irish roots. Most importantly, Maureen was a lady of faith and family, with a deep love for her grandchildren.

Maureen is survived by her children, Daniel of Clarkston, Denis (Debi) and Terry (Patti), both of Northport; two brothers, Thomas and James (Shirley) O'Kelly; a sister, Eileen (Tom) O'Sullivan; 11 grandchildren; and 13 great-grandchildren.

She was predeceased by her husband and a son, Robert Stillin.

Visitation will be held today, Sept. 19, from 4 to 8 p.m., with the rosary to be prayed at 8 p.m., at the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay. The Mass will be celebrated, Saturday, Sept. 20, at 1 p.m., at Kateri Tekakwitha Catholic Church in Peshawbestown. Burial will follow in Leelanau Township Cemetery, Northport.

Memorials may be directed to St. Mary's Schools, Guardian Angel Program, PO Box 340, Lake Leelanau, MI 49653 and/or to the American Cancer Society, 525 West 14th St, Ste. 5, Traverse City, MI 49684.

Arrangements are with the Martinson Funeral Home of Suttons Bay.

This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.