Margaret E. Mcallister

Margaret E. Mcallister obituary, Saint Joseph, MI

Margaret E. Mcallister

Margaret Mcallister Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on May 12, 2009.
Margaret Eileen (Lannon) McAllister, 42, of Grand Rapids, MI passed away May 12th, 2009 surrounded by the love of her family. Meg was born February 25, 1967 in Ludington, Michigan. Meg was a graduate of Western Michigan University and worked as a corporate travel agent in Grand Rapids for over 15 years. She loved to travel. She had a great love for the outdoors, enjoying camping, kayaking, sailing and wildlife. Her special kinship with animals led her to adopt a dog through an animal rescue organization, and she cherished her time visiting with animals at the Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas R. Lannon, in April 2008. Meg is survived by her husband Jack McAllister of Grand Rapids, MI, her mother Mary Ann Lannon of St Joseph, MI, 6 brothers and sisters- Tom( Jane) Lannon of Lawrenceville, GA, Brian(Darlene) Lannon of Camden, NC, Mary Lannon (Brad Patzer) of Hastings, MI, Beth Lannon-Cloud (Michael Cloud) of Okemos, MI, Maureen Lannon (Steve Leuty) of Kalamazoo, MI, and Kevin (Catherine) Lannon of Fairfax, VA, and 13 nieces and nephews- Allison, Jacob, and Sam Lannon, Kestrel, Stuart, Tyler, and Adam Lannon, William and Mary Beth Lannon, Ian Leuty, Christine and Katie McAllister, and Colin Mitchell. Meg is loved much and will be greatly missed by many aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A Celebration of her Life Memorial Service will be held at a later date. Memorials can be made to Lakeland Hospice and Humane Society of Southwestern Michigan. Those wishing to share a memory or sign the guest book online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com.

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Jim Lakey

May 12, 2009

I don't know what to say. I am in shock right now. I'm sorry. Love you all!

Jim

Amy Van Wyk

May 12, 2009

Meg was one of a kind. She will be sorely missed. I could always count on Meg to brighten the day. She alwasys had a smile. Meg was very close with her family and always had delightful stories to share. I know the Chili Cook Off was a highlight for Meg. She'd spend weeks finding the perfect recipe. I feel blessed to have known Meg. My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.

God's Blessings,

Amy

Candi Dirst (Schimmelman)

May 12, 2009

Meg and I became fast friends when I joined the travel office in Grand Rapids. Meg would lift you up when you were down, just by being encouraging and always joking and teasing. Meg had a twinkle in her eye like she was up to something, and usually she was! What a great personality!! Caring, giving and thoughtful. I feel privileged to have known her. My prayers are with you all.

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