Photo courtesy of Swartz Funeral Home - Flint
Grand Blanc, Michigan
1928 - 2018 (Age 90)
BACKA, Agnes D. – Of Grand Blanc, age 90, died Saturday, May 12, 2018 at McLaren-Flint.
Funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, May 16, 2018 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Father Steve Anderson officiating.
Entombment at New Calvary Catholic Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holy Redeemer Catholic Church.
Visitation 4-6 p.m. Monday and 12-2 p.m. and 4-7 p.m. Tuesday at the funeral home.
Agnes was born in Ovid, Michigan on March 7, 1928, the daughter of the late John and Mary Novak.
On August 29, 1953 she married Joseph Backa.
She was a member of Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, where she organized and prepared meals for funeral luncheons.
She enjoyed crocheting, playing Bingo and going on trips to the casino.
Mrs. Backa worked for AC Spark Plug Division, retiring in 1977.
Surviving are daughter, Carolyn and husband Larry McQuigg;
sister, Dorothy and husband Gerald Snyder;
many nieces, nephews and extended family members.
A special thank you to McLaren Acute Care Unit for their compassionate and professional care. The family would also like to thank Woodhaven Senior Community for the great care you provided through your actions. It’s truly nice to know there are places to live, where people care so much and such great friends can be made.
She was preceded in death by husband, Joseph Backa and many siblings.
Read MoreSorry for your loss. Take time to grieve and find comfort in knowing that God is near to all those calling on him. Psalm 145:18
JS
May 17, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences. May the love of family and friends comfort you through your grief and days ahead, let loving memories of Agnes warm your heart, Isaiah 61:1,2 "God binds up the brokenhearted and comforts all who mourn." May prayers give you strength during this time and days to follow, and memories bring you comfort always.
T Hines
May 16, 2018 | Chicago, IL
Carolyn,
I'm sorry to learn of the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you, old friend/neighbor.
Cherie Mishler Moreno
Cherie Mishler Moreno
May 15, 2018 | Billerica, MA
Carolyn; so sorry about the loss of your dear mother; you and larry are in our prayers,
michael rohde
May 15, 2018 | Corunna, MI | Friend
Carolyn and Larry, our condolences to you and your family, Agnes and Joe were such kind and thoughtful people, Troy and I will always remember your Mom and Dad...I worked a lot of Funeral luncheons with Agnes, Troy and Joe Worked around the grounds of Holy Redeemer, your Mom and Dad were very special People...Mom and Dad were very proud of you and Larry.... May God Bless you and your Family...
Troy and Deb Walton
May 13, 2018 | Burton, MI | Friend
Carolyn and Larry, We have so many happy memories of your Mom and Dad. They brought such joy when we were neighbors. They demonstrated the truest Christian values. Our love to you now and always.
Phil and Linda Smith
May 13, 2018 | Tucson, AZ
Carolyn - very sorry to hear about the passing of your Mom. Being the day before Mother's Day is especially heartbreaking. My sincerest thoughts of sadness are with you..... brighter days ahead for sure!!
Dana Rutland
May 13, 2018 | Flint, MI | Friend
Carolyn and Larry - So very sorry about Aunt Agnes. Have many fond memories of her and Uncle Joe. Friday I ordered the bench to be placed at Presque Isle Harbor in memory of my husband, Bob -- Wish this would've been approved sooner - as that is where your donation is going. Would have loved to
tell her and send pictures. Much red tape. She will see it from heaven with Bob. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Come visit - you are always welcome. Will send donation in her...
Margie Hunt
May 12, 2018 | Presque Isle, MI
Carolyn and Larry, I was so sad when I heard about Agnes, she was a dear friend to me, my sister Nancy and I worked many funeral luncheons with her and she made me at least seven afghans, she was so nice and I will miss her but she always wanted to be with your father Joe, love and prayers, Mary
Mary Dickinson
May 12, 2018 | Flint, MI | Friend