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Donna Magsig Obituary
St. Johns
Donna N. Magsig, 91, died on Sunday, January 11, 2015 at Grace Haven Assisted Living. Donna was born on August 13, 1923 in Lansing, MI the daughter of Ray and Lavina (Price) Thayer. She graduated from DeWitt High School and on July 25, 1942 she married Archie Magsig. Donna was a lifelong member of DeWitt Community Church, enjoyed cooking and antiques and her and her husband built and operated Highland Hills Golf Course for many years.
Survivors are her children, Linda (Dennis) Kentfield of St. Johns, Nancy Magsig of Australia and Daniel (Heidi) Magsig of Grand Ledge; grandchildren Scott Kentfield and Anusha Yazdampona; great grandsons Dennis Warren Winslow and Samuel B. Bromund; and sisters Doris Bosley of Lansing and June Reynolds of DeWitt. She was predeceased by her parents, husband, brother Raymond Thayer and granddaughter Melissa Kentfield.
Memorials may be made to Treasures to Grow On, 13060 S. US 27, DeWitt, MI 48820.
Graveside services will be held in the spring. Arrangements by Keck-Coleman Funeral Home.
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Memories and Condolences
for Donna Magsig
Scott Nichols
January 17, 2015
Linda- I'm sorry for the loss of your mother Linda. Please know that you and Denny are in our thoughts and prayers.
January 13, 2015
Dear Linda. So sorry to hear about your mother's passing. You were so dedicated to her care. My prayers are for you now. Next time you stop in at postal connections I wanna give you a big hug. Sending a virtual hug until then. Your friend from postal connections---Brenda Miller
Samantha Ridge
January 13, 2015
Dear Linda (Sis), I loved Aunt Donna so much and I'm so grateful that mom (June) took me to see her every time I came to visit in Michigan. She was such a beautiful woman and very much loved by all of us. I have many wonderful memories of her and always will. Much love to you and Denis.
Susie Grinold Huebshman
January 13, 2015
Just so broken hearted to hear of Donna`s passing. She was a sweetheart to all; and so dedicated to family and her faith. May the good Lord comfort and heal your broken hearts; until we meet her again. love, Susie Grinold Huebshman
January 13, 2015
Linda: So sorry to hear of your mother's passing. YOU are one of the most dedicated daughter's a mother could have. May His Love and friends who care sustain you through this difficult time. Barb Bullard
Jim and Marge McGovney
January 13, 2015
Sorry to hear about the death of your mom. We have fond memories of both your mom and dad. Such good examples to us and so many others. And now together again.
January 13, 2015
LINDA: SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOM I AM THINKING OF YOU AND YOUR FAMILY
DIANE K EISELER
Tim Crowell
January 13, 2015
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
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