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Margaret Wills Obituary
Margaret was the daughter of the late Alfons and Elizabeth (Melsen) DeRidder. She was born on Jan. 22, 1921, in Norway, Mich., and married Warren Wills on June 5, 1947.
Margaret is survived by her husband, Warren; three sons, Mike (Carey) Wills of Traverse City, Tom (Vicki) Wills of Quinnesec, Scott Wills of Honor; two daughters, Barbara Gray of Saginaw, Kathleen Wills (Robert Begley) of Traverse City; three brothers; one sister; 14 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; and many nieces, nephews, family members and friends.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents; four siblings; and a grandson, Nick Wills.
Per Margaret's wishes, cremation has taken place and memorial services will be held at a later date.
Memorial contributions may be directed to the American Heart Association or Immaculate Conception Catholic Church of Traverse City.
The family is being served by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home, www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com
This obituary was originally published in the Record-Eagle.
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Michael/Jean Linger
October 2, 2008
Dear Warren and Wills family,
We were so sorry to learn of Margie's passing away. You were all such a welcoming family when I first started my UPS route. Over the years I valued those wonderful visits and the cookies Margie shared. These were just a token of the warmth the whole family shows. Jean and I hope you can find comfort in your memories. God bless.
Mike and Jean Linger
(Eleanor) Jane Bolander-Gray
October 1, 2008
Dear Warren and Family, I'm so sorry to learn of Margie's passing. It doesn't seem that long ago when we saw you last, but it is. It was so nice to be able to reconnect with Tom and Vicki this summer. My Prayers and thoughts are with each of you! GOD BLESS!
Love, Jane (cousin)
Nancy and Roy Chellew,Sr
September 30, 2008
We would like to extend our sincere sympathy to all the families. I know it has been a few years since we have seen you but I do remember way back then. We were able to meet your son Tom and wife Vickie this summer at our 50th party...May God Bless and Comfort all of you. Love and Prayers, Roy and Nancy(wills) Chellew, Winston and Eleanor's daughter.
Shaunne Szostkowski
September 30, 2008
I am so sad to learn of your darling wife-mother passing away. I did Marge's hair for over 20 years. She was a dear friend, We shared a lot of our family stories. I have done hair for 42 years and I can truly say she was one of the finest, fun and loving woman I have ever met. I am glad I saw her on Sept. 16. We said our usual goodbye's with a hug and kiss. I will miss and remember her forever. May you find comfort in precious memories.
Sincerely, Shaunne Szostkowski
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