Lucille Marie Martel

MARTEL, Lucille Marie (Clevers) – of Flint, MI, age 93, passed away Sunday, September 7, 2025. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11 AM Monday, September 15, 2025, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 5191 Richfield Road, Flint, MI 48506; Rev. Fr. Roy Horning celebrant. Interment immediately following the Mass in New Calvary Catholic Cemetery. The family will receive visitors 2-7 PM Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Allen Funeral Home, 9136 Davison Road, Davison, MI 48423 and 10-11 AM Monday, September 15, 2025, at Holy Rosary Catholic Church. A Rosary will be prayed 6 PM Sunday, September 14, 2025, at Allen Funeral Home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Holy Rosary Catholic School, in Lucille's memory.
Lucille was born on August 1, 1932, in Lincoln Park, Michigan, the second child of the late Joseph and Gertrude (Kellot) Clevers. From a young age, faith played a central role in her life. She was baptized and received her First Communion at St. Henry Catholic Church in Lincoln Park, and later confirmed at St. John Catholic Church in Omar, Michigan. She remained a devoted member of Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Flint for many years. A proud graduate of Copemish High School in 1950, Lucille moved to Flint shortly after graduation to begin work with the Buick Motor Division. Ambitious and hardworking, she later purchased the Milky Way Restaurant in Flint, which she owned and operated alongside her sister, MaryAnn. It was there, that she met the love of her life, Theodore L. Martel. The two were married on Valentine's Day, February 14, 1953. Lucille and Theodore built their home in Genesee Township, where they lovingly raised their family. Known for her warmth and hospitality, Lucille made her home a welcoming place, filled with the aromas of her delicious cooking and the sound of her sewing machine. She was also a talented artist, creating stunning works of stained glass that reflected her creative spirit. She especially cherished time spent at her cabin, particularly in the fall when the vibrant colors were on full display. A lifelong sports fan, Lucille loved watching football and baseball, always cheering for her favorite teams. Athletic and adventurous, she taught her children to waterski and continued to waterski herself as recently as on her 70th birthday, a testament to her vibrant and energetic spirit.
Lucille is survived by 8 children, Michael (Karen Blecker) Martel, Paul (Juliann) Martel, John Martel, Donald (Diane) Martel, Luann (Michael) Pendy, Carl (Renita) Martel, Patricia (Todd) Cote, Charles (Michele) Martel; 14 grandchildren; 16 great-grandchildren; lifelong best friend, Joyce Quinn; many other loving family members and dear friends. In addition to her parents, Lucille was preceded in death by her husband, Theodore Martel; 2 sons, Robert and Thomas; grandson, Neil Martel; brother, Jospeh Clevers and sister, MaryAnn Tremaine.
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