Elsie Ruth Faultersack

Elsie Ruth Faultersack obituary

Elsie Ruth Faultersack

Elsie Faultersack Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Starks & Menchinger Chapel - Saint Joseph on Dec. 6, 2025.
Elsie's Obituary

Elsie Ruth Faultersack, 97, of Rochester Hills, MI passed away Thursday, December 4, 2025, at American House Senior Living in Rochester Hills, MI.

Elsie was born June 21, 1928, in Benton Harbor, MI to Adolph & Martha (Schermer) Priebe. She graduated from Benton Harbor High School in 1946. On February 22, 1947, she married Ernest Faultersack in Benton Harbor. Elsie dedicated more than 30 years to Michigan Bell, where she served as a supervisor and proudly retired as a Michigan Bell Pioneer. She enjoyed trips to the casino, had a passion for cooking, and was a talented sketch artist. Above all, Elsie cherished spending time with her family, especially her beloved grandchildren.

Elsie is survived by her son Michael Faultersack; granddaughters Rachel Faultersack and Molly Faultersack; great grandchildren Alvia and Julian; brother Jim (Judy) Priebe and many nieces and nephews.

Elise was preceded in death by her parents, sister Evelyn DeMorroe and daughter-in-law Jan Faultersack.

Arrangements are entrusted to Starks & Menchinger Chapel and Cremation Service. A private burial will be held at Crystal Springs Cemetery in Benton Harbor. Those wishing to share a memory of Elsie online may do so at www.starks-menchinger.com

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