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375 W Dickman Rd

Battle Creek, Michigan

Ava Conine Obituary

Ava May Conine

Battle Creek

Ava May Conine, 66, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2015 at home surrounded by her loving family after a courageous fight with cancer. She was born on September 24, 1948, the daughter of Lavon (Rawson) Mills.

Ava graduated from Battle Creek Central High School. Ava married Wayne Conine on November 13, 1965 and they began their beautiful family shortly after that. She worked at Meijers for many years until her retirement in 2001.

Ava is survived by her Husband of 49 years - Wayne Conine; three Sons: David (Michael Morri) Conine, Stacy (Amee) Conine, and Randy (Mandy) Conine; nine Grandchildren: Corey (Kristin) Conine, Chelsye (Jonathon) Ericks, Cody (Kayla Squires) Steele, Austin Conine, Carlye (Branden) Orr, Paige McCulloch, Alex Seymour, Zachary (Natalie Vojtush) Conine, and Caleb McCulloch; Great-Granddaughter: Raegan Conine and a Great-Grandson on the way; two Sisters: June (Bobby) Strong and Laura Mentor; four Brothers: Terry (Edna) Rawson, Jimmy Mills, Tony Mills, and Charles (Tina) Mills. She was preceded in death by her Parents, and Brother: Chestine Mills, Jr..

Ava was a wonderful woman with a big heart, affectionately known as "Nana". She was an avid Coca-Cola Collector. She enjoyed gardening, working in the yard, painting, making crafts, and camping. Nana loved time with her family and friends. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren were her world.

Visitation will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 W. Dickman Road, on Sunday April 26, 2015 from 2:00 pm to 4:00 pm and 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.

A funeral service will be held at the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service, 375 W. Dickman Road, on Monday, April 27, 2015, 1:00 pm with Pastor Kelly Hadlich of Battle Creek Friends Church officiating.

Memorial tributes may be made to the American Cancer Society.

Arrangements by the Baxter Funeral & Cremation Service. 269-788-9800 www.baxterfuneral.com

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2015.

Memories and Condolences
for Ava Conine

24 Entries

April 26, 2015

Dear Wayne and family, God bless you all and remember the great memories together,she was perfect for you Wayne,happy you were together so long. Take care Sincerely
Marge and Don Dunn

Betty (Vaughan) Black

April 26, 2015

I am so sorry for your family she was a dear friend to me. From 10th grade in school until she passed every time I saw her we would always say hi how is everything going. The last time I saw you and her at Meijers she was happy to see me and I her. I will always remember her.

Rita Davis

April 26, 2015

I worked with Ava at Meijer and her smile that she always had would brighten your day! She will be missed by many. My thoughts and Prayers go out to her family.

Ladonya Ashley

April 26, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss.I didn't know she was sick wish i could've seen her before she pasted I wish you all the best.

Cynthia Livengood

April 26, 2015

Dear Wayne and family. We are so sorry to hear that Ava has passed. She was such a great lady. Cindy will miss her. Our thoughts and prays go out to all of her family. Love, Mike & Cindy Livengood

April 25, 2015

I am very sorry for your loss. May god be with you and your family. Wanda (Morris) Myers

Joel and Robin Towery

April 25, 2015

The world is a bit dimmer with her no longer here. We're lighting this candle in honor of her memory & the bright light she carried with her every place she went. We're so sorry for your loss.

James Young

April 25, 2015

To many Memory's to count and so many Year's have passed ,but when ever I was in town and walking threw Meijer there would be Ava . With a warm smile that would take you back to when you were a child . And it would fill your soul with a special joy .My prayers go out to all of her Family.

Sally (Morse) Simkins

April 25, 2015

Sorry to hear of Ava's passing. I worked with her at Meijer for many years. I could always count on her for a HUGE smile and a laugh.
My prayers go out to her family.

Sharon (Baylis) Tedrow

April 25, 2015

Wayne, So sad to hear the News of your Wife's passing. Wow, 49 years of marriage. So many Wonderful memories to reflect upon. My heart goes out to you and your whole family. May Ava "Rest in Peace" My prayers go out to all of you.
God Bless

Linda Maun

April 25, 2015

My heart is sad to hear my wonderful friend is gone. she and I met in Jr. High @ age 15- 16. we'd lose touch through the yrs, but any time there was a death in my family, she was right there. she had a rough childhood, then met the man that would make her world all better. she was always so upbeat and full of life. she will so be missed :( we were the closest to being Sisters, without being blood. what an amazing testimony to such a life she lead. I love you my kind and loving friend.

Jim Lockmiller

April 24, 2015

So sorry to see this. Ava and I first met when we both lived in a big, old duplex on Andersen Ct. in the early 60's.
We'll keep the family in our thoughts and prayers.

sue gonyer

April 24, 2015

So sorry for you loss. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family. She was a special person. I enjoyed working and knowing her.

Marilyn Thuma

April 24, 2015

May God bless your family through this time of loss. Prayers for your family.

Janice Reynolds

April 24, 2015

So very sorry for your loss. Just know that she is in a better place. She is happy and not living in any pain. She is in heaven with the angles.

Susan Brown

April 24, 2015

Ava was one of the best friends I had in junior high at W.K. Kellogg. My prayers are with the family.

kathy barbree

April 24, 2015

To the family of Ava. I have known Ava a very long time. I met her in junior high and through high school. Then we ended up working together at MEIJER. We also realized our husbands knew each other since they were kids.I loved my friend. She would make me laugh every time.I will miss her but I am so glad that I was lucky enough to have know her most of my life THANKS Ava for all the great memories I have of you and the great friendship we had. Love Kathy and Roy Barbree

Connie Davidson

April 24, 2015

I was surprised ans saddened to read this. Ava was wonderful, forgiving woman. So sorry for your loss.

April 24, 2015

I am very sorry to hear about your loss. I pray that family and friends are with you now to offer their comfort and support. (Proverbs 17:17)

Nina Oliver

April 24, 2015

Leroy & I (Nina) Oliver would like to extend our Condolences, to you Wayne and the family. Ava's smile will remain us forever. May God give you strength in the coming days as you lay Ava to rest. May you find peace in knowing that she is in God's loving arms now. Our prayers and thoughts are with you all @ this time of need Wayne.
Yours truly,

Leroy & Nina Oliver

Brenda Gothberg

April 24, 2015

So sorry to hear about your loss. I will be praying in the days ahead as you say goodbye and as you miss her in the future.

Patti Hubbard

April 24, 2015

Praying for the Conine and Steele families. May God grant you peace during this time. Sending positive prayers your way.

Melissa Anderson

April 24, 2015

May the memories of family times and camping together and all the love that " Nana " gave to everyone, help each of you get through the days ahead. God Speed Ava, our Guardian Angel.

Lynn Rich

April 24, 2015

I am just heartbroken to see this and feel so blessed to have seen her and Wayne recently. I really loved this little bundle of energy and joy and I send my sympathy to Wayne and boys and their families. God bless you and keep you all.

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