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Grace Seifert, 99, of Three Oaks died peacefully at her daughter's residence, Friday, Nov. 12, 2021, in the comfort of her family's presence.
Her life began March 29, 1922, in Three Oaks, one of three children born to George and Grace (Jenkins) Vogeley.
Grace graduated from New Buffalo High School in 1939.
She married her childhood schoolmate and love of her life, Devon Lewis Seifert, on Nov. 21, 1942, in Three Oaks. After 46 years of marriage, he preceded her in death in 1989.
Grace was known by her friends and family as Go-Go Gracie. She was not afraid of hard work. She and Devon worked side by side to build their farm for many years. She and Devon raised dairy and beef cattle as well as chickens. Grace had an egg delivery route she completed weekly.
Grace was an avid gardener and she loved to cook. When it came to food preparation, Grace was the family's Betty Crocker. Many of her meals were prepared from her garden and came directly to the table. She was a phenomenal baker. She was also known for her homemade pizzas, applesauce, apple squares, pies and cakes, just to name a few. She was known by her family and friends for her famous dill pickles.
Grace worked as a seamstress for many years. She enjoyed sewing her daughter's clothes growing up. Grace and Devon were both 4-H leaders for their children. She also worked as a bookkeeper at Seifert's Farm Supply during the '70s and '80s.
Starting in the 1980s, Grace enjoyed her winters in Florida with her daughter, Darlene. She had traveled many places with her family and close "Florida Friend," Lois Mescall. They had fun playing cards, traveling, cooking, and listening to Polka music. These were just a few of Grace's favorite past times. She also enjoyed an occasional trip to the casino.
Grace will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by one daughter, Darlene Van Loan of Tampa, Fla.; one son, Kenneth (Karen) Seifert of Three Oaks; four grandchildren: Kenneth II (Becky) Seifert of Three Oaks, Steve (Aimee) Seifert of Three Oaks, Mark (Corrine Holm) Seifert of Three Oaks, Susan (Zac Robertson) Seifert of Three Oaks; ten great-grandchildren: Kyle (Brittney Williams) Seifert, Cameron Seifert, Kevin Seifert, Maggie Seifert, Steven Seifert, Jack Seifert, Josh Seifert, Jake Seifert, Emma Grace Seifert, Abbie Seifert; one great-great-granddaughter, Evelyn Grace Seifert; and a host of nieces and nephews.
In addition to her husband, Grace was preceded in death by her parents; one sister; Cecil Rupsis and one brother, George Vogeley.
Family and friends will gather from 5-8 p.m. Friday, Nov. 19, in Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, 106 Ash St. E., Three Oaks.
Grace will be laid to rest beside her beloved husband in Forest Lawn Cemetery in Three Oaks, following her funeral service at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20, at Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, 106 Ash St. E., Three Oaks. Family and friends are welcome to pay their final respects an hour before the funeral starts.
The family prefers contributions in memory of Grace be made to Randall Couchman American Legion Post 204, 204 W. Linden St., Three Oaks, MI 49128; or Hanson Hospice Center, 4382 Cleveland Ave., Stevensville, MI 49127.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.
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What a wonderful lady and I am thankful to have known her for well over 40 years!
Grace was always up for anything and some of my best memories are cooking with her and enjoying the many treats she would have on hand when visiting. Her memories will always bring a smile to my heart and I know the heavens are smiling too:)
Be at peace Grace...and may God hold you in the palm of His Hand!
Loretta Ferguson
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November 19, 2021
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