Photo courtesy of Palmer Bush & Jensen Family Funeral Homes - Lansing Chapel
Jul 3, 1980 - Mar 19, 2016 (Age 35)
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.
Sam Grieshop
October 03, 2016
Saddened by this unfortunate news of Megan. I used to care for her and her older sister Amanda when they were very young.
Amy Gray
May 11, 2016 | Friendship, ME
"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.
March 28, 2016
May your memories of the wonderful times you shared with your loved one comfort you and your family, today and always.
American Heart and Stroke Association
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
Mike Goergen
March 25, 2016 | Owosso, MI
My deepest sympathy to the family. Our Heavenly Father has provided us with his comfort during difficult times like this. 2 Kings 20:5
March 24, 2016
Debbie Seybold
March 24, 2016 | Topsham, ME
May you find comfort and peace in the beautiful memories you created with Megan.
Ian & Erica Boyko
March 24, 2016 | Pearland, TX
My deepest sympathy. She was my staff partner with the Relay For Life in So. Paris, ME. She was a wonderful person
Michelle Barrett
March 24, 2016 | Norway, ME
Megan May Barrett, 35, of Lansing, Michigan, passed away early in the morning on Saturday,March, 19, 2016 after a massive hemorrhagic stroke. She was surrounded by her loved onesthroughout 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 RelayFor 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 Townneighborhood 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.
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