Fife Lake, Michigan
STRZYNSKI, MAXINE H. Of Fife Lake, Michigan, age 91, died Monday, January 11, 2016 at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. Funeral service will be held 12 Noon, Saturday, January 16, 2016 at the Swartz Funeral Home, 1225 West Hill Road, Flint, Reverend Scott Southerland officiating. Burial in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Those desiring may make contributions to the Fife Lake Area Ambulance Authority or Fife Lake Public Library. Visitation 4-8pm Friday and 11am Saturday until the time of the service at the funeral home. Maxine was born in Pontiac, Michigan on January 20, 1924, the daughter of Lester and Marguerite Sires. She married Francis Strzynski on November 30, 1946 in Flint. Surviving are son, Donald (Claire) of Traverse City; three daughters, Nancy and husband Lynn Golden of Comstock Park, Michigan, Kathy and husband Glen Freel of Flint, Laurie and husband Kirk LaCharite of Byron Center, Michigan; 8 grandchildren, Dylan, Jennifer, Stephanie (Joey), Matthew (Rachel), Kimberly (Gregory), Michael L. (Francesca), Madison and Michael D; great-grandchildren, Abigail, Madelyn, Katelyn, Weston, Zachary, Teaghan, Parker and Maxwell; sister, Vivian (Charles) Blackmon-Johnston; cousins, Marilyn, Jeanne and John; numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, Francis, on April 18, 2003 and cousin, Jerry Gallagher. Many thanks to the ICU staff at Munson Medical Center. Your condolences may be shared with the family at swartzfuneralhomeinc.com
It was with sadness I heard of Maxine's passing. I worked with her for years at The Preview, and she was the reason the job was fun. She was funny, smart, always grammatically correct and a joy to know. I have so many great memories of someone I always considered a true lady. Her love for her family was enormous and we all knew it. I am truly sorry for your loss, and I am thankful I got to know her.
Leslie
Leslie Messing
January 16, 2016 | Traverse City, MI
Dear Kathy , so sorry for the loss of your MOM , may God wrap his arm around you and your family and give comfort at this time of sorrow , love and prayers . Cheryl Woods 2 S tele <3
January 16, 2016
Nancy, Laurie, Kathy, and Don: I have lost such a good friend (even though from afar this last decade). All of you know how much your mother meant to me while working together those years at Mott Adult; she was my right hand! And the lake and Traverse City and your dad; such good memories I have. I sent her a holiday letter in December and never heard from her ; now I know why; may she rest in peace and join your dad in joy! Gail
gail rachor
January 15, 2016 | Santa Fe, NM
Dear Kathy, Glen and family, Our sincere condolences in the loss of your mom/grandma. Please let us know if we can help in any way.
Love
The Ferguson family
January 15, 2016 | Flint, MI
Dear Glen, Kathy & family, so sorry for the loss of your Mom/Grandma. Comforting hugs to all.
Stacey, Ravin & Luke Palma
January 14, 2016
I was so sad to learn about the passing of Maxine. It's been a number of years since we've seen each other, however my memories of her and Frank as very vivid, happy and special. I happened to have had the distinct pleasure of working with Frank during the summer of 1979. He taught me more about hard work and love of family than I ever knew at that time. During our lunch break Frank would talk the whole time about Maxine. From something as simple as what she might be making for dinner to how...
Jeff Hughes
January 14, 2016 | Traverse City, MI
So sorry for the loss of your mom. She will be with you forever in your heart. Hugs and healing to you and your familyfamily.
Linda Tucker Hosmer
January 14, 2016 | Elmira Mich, MI
We are so terribly sorry to hear about Maxine. Ted & I loved her like she was our own Mom. Our hearts are broken. We will be lost without her being our next door neighbor at the lake.....Treasure all the memories and special stories you have about her. However, she is now without pain and can truly rest in peace. She is busy keeping your Dad in line now!
Ted & Cathy Haskin
January 14, 2016 | Holt, MI
Rebecca and I send our sincere sense of loss and understanding of your moms departure. Aunt Maxine was always on top of things when we were growing up! She always had her eye on Pete ,Don and me. The Strzynski family taught us a lot and they stuck together. Thank goodness for Uncle Tom and Johnny's house and Sophie and Emil next door. Our thoughts are with you. Love, Marty LaCasse
Martin LaCasse
January 13, 2016 | 7699 N 32nd St, Richland, MI