Add a Memory
Send Flowers
Make a Donation
BORN
1922
DIED
2006
Faye Main Obituary
She was born December 27, 1922 in Essexville, Michigan a daughter to the late William & Margaret (Kummerer) Mayhew.
Faye’s early life was spent in Essexville. She and her family resided in Haslett, MI for 46 years and for many years they enjoyed vacationing at Klinger Lake. She and her husband moved to Sturgis in 2005 to be closer to their children.
On November 27, 1944 she married Morton Main in Essexville, MI.
Faye was a member of the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis and for many years she was a very active member of the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Church in East Lansing, MI. For several years she was a volunteer for the American Cancer Society. She enjoyed playing Bridge, bowling, knitting, crocheting, reading and bowling. Her greatest joy was time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren.
She is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Mort, 1 Daughter and her husband, Susan & Douglas Crabtree of Coldwater, MI, 1 Son and his wife, Michael & Nancy Main of Sturgis, Daughter-in-law, Gail Main of Okemos, MI, 7 Grandchildren and their spouses, Steve (Kathy) Main, Kevin (Sara) Main, Brian (Michelle) Main, Scott (Tina) Crabtree, Shannon Crabtree, Sara Main (Scott) Gillespie and Kristin Main, 9 Great Grandchildren, 1 Sister, Maureen Groff of Essexville, MI and many nieces and nephews.
Her parents, 1 Son, Patrick J. Main and 2 brothers, William Mayhew and Alfred Mayhew preceded her in death.
The family will receive friends from 2:00-5:00 P.M. Sunday at the *Rosenberg-Schipper Funeral Home* of Sturgis. The Funeral Mass celebrating the life of Faye A. Main will be held at 11:00 A.M. Monday at the Holy Angels Catholic Church in Sturgis. The Rev. Fr. Richard Altine will officiate. A graveside committal will follow the service at Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis.
The family suggests those wishing to make a memorial donation in Mrs. Main’s memory consider the Holy Angels Catholic Church or the American Cancer Society.
The obituary is also at www.Legacy.com .
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jerry (and for Dan, too) Nelson
August 8, 2006
My deepest condolences to the whole family, and especially having lost our mom last year; Dan and I really empathize with such an abrupt loss. The suddeness and elapsed time for the service's arrangements to reach me prevented my attendance, which I very much regret; the Main family was always there for us upon these sad occasions, and I've always expected to respond in kind. My sincere apologies for that. I hope for the best for Mort
particularly,as it had never occurred to me that he'd ever be without Faye. Your family was a major part of our lives at the lake, and it's more than just unfortunate that life's demands in time and distance causes losing such connections; I've been to Michigan but once this year. While nothing-even time's passage-can lessen the void she leaves behind, her presence will always remain, in countless reminders of all she was to everyonre in her life, even remote former neighbors like me. I recall her helping us re-upholster my old Chris-Craft-a laborious chore-but she never hesitated to pitch in, helping make things better, simply as a matter of course. Altogether too many things tend to be accepted as a given, until taken from us-such as now-when the magnitude of the vacuum she left hits everyone privileged to have known her. As I've somehow gotten older still, it's been a revelation to me as to how much of our pasts stay with us throughout the years, and people who were integral components of those former times continue to play surprisingly current roles in daily experiences. Important people-more so than some of us may have realized even during those times-are still often prominent in our thoughts, even now. Your family will continue to reprise their roles time and time again, as good memories live on, even well after the players themselves are lost to us. All my best.
Jan Harrison (Nelson)
August 7, 2006
I cannot revisit my fondest and most cherished memories of growing up on Klinger Lake without the Main Family coming to mind. My heart goes out to you all. I will always remember Faye for her gentle spirit, gracious manner and the smile that those who knew her will never forget.
Elaine Johnson/Mounsey
August 5, 2006
Maureen, I am so sorry you have lost your sister. It has been many, many years but I have a lot of fond memories of both of you.
Robert/Belinda Main
August 5, 2006
Thank you for all the good memories.
We will miss you very very much.
Love,
Willie, Belinda, and Zachary Main and family.
How you can show support
Send flowers
Consider sending flowers.
Add photos
Share their life with photo memories.
Plant trees
Honor them by planting trees in their memory.
Follow this page
Get email updates whenever changes are made.
Donate in Memory
Make a donation in memory of your loved one.
Share this page
Invite other friends and family to visit the page.
Paul Hanses
August 5, 2006
Mike, Sue, and Gail.
I'm so sad to have such a great woman pass on. She was the best neighbor I could ask for. Her passing will be a great loss for all. She will be missed.
Jackie Bornor
August 5, 2006
Were your "Angel Wings" waiting for you Faye? Thank you for so many "over the fence-line visits" they will be forever cherished and heartfelt! My condolences to Mort and Family.
With love your neighbors, Jackie, Wes and Autumn
Hackman Family Funeral Homes
August 4, 2006
The Hackman Family and the entire staff extend to you our most heartfelt sympathy.
Showing 1 - 7 of 7 results
807 E Chicago Rd, Sturgis, MI 49091
Make a Donation
in Faye Main's name
People and places connected with Faye
Recent Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
How to support Faye's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.
The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.
Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?
What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?
Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?
We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.
Read moreResources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide
If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.
Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast
Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.
Read more
The Five Stages of Grief
They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.
Read moreWays to honor Faye Main's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples
These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.
Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?
Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.
Read more
Sponsored