Lucia S. Ceithaml

Lucia Sanchez Ceithaml, 75, of Sawyer passed away Sunday, Sept. 19, 2021.

A beloved wife, mother and friend, Luci raised her children in Plainwell, Mich. She lived in the Kalamazoo area for 35 years before moving to Sawyer, several years ago.

Luci was known for her hospitality and welcoming nature. She was an excellent cook, an avid golfer and a voracious reader. She was social and kind, and enjoyed being with friends and family.

Luci loved spending time with her six grandchildren and was always anxious to hear their stories. She had a generous spirit and a friendly nature. After moving to Sawyer, Luci was a volunteer with the Friends of the Bridgman Library and read to underprivileged children in a local school program. She loved talking with friends and being with her "Mermaids" at the Bridgman Aquatic Center. She is greatly missed by many.

Luci is survived by her husband of 52 years, Carl Ceithaml; her children: Greg (Cyndi), Lisa (Jack) Reineck and Jillian; and her grandchildren: Auden, Olivia, Owen, Henry, Frank and Jake.

Visitation is from 3-7 p.m. EDT, Sunday, Sept. 26, and the funeral service is 11 a.m. EDT, Monday, Sept. 27, at Richard Modell Funeral Home, 5725 S. Pulaski Road, Chicago. Burial will be at 1 p.m. EDT, Monday in Bohemian National Cemetery, 5255 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago.

Luci leaves behind her beloved rescue dog, Ernie.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that you send a donation to Kalamazoo County Animal Control, 1316 Lamont Ave., Kalamazoo, MI, 49048. 269-383-8775.