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Mary Shugg Obituary

BROOKLYN, Mich.- Mary Ellen Shugg, 64, of Brooklyn, Mich., passed away on Saturday, Aug. 31, 2013, at home while surrounded by loving family.

She was born on April 17, 1949, in Southington, Conn., to Charles and Helen Uznanski. Mary Ellen married Russell Shugg on Feb. 1, 1969, in Southington.

Mary Ellen is survived by her husband, Russell; mother, Helen (Leitz) Uznanski; daughter, Kathleen Shugg-Hileman; sons, Christopher (Julie) Shugg and Bradley (Melissa) Shugg; 14 grandchildren; two great-grandchildren; two brothers and two sisters. She was preceded in death by her father, Charles Uznanski. Mary Ellen's grandchildren and great-grandchildren were the loves of her life. She also enjoyed gardening, bird-watching and backgammon.

The family will receive friends from 3 to 4:30 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 29, at Gene Davis Banquet Hall in Vandercook Lake, MI. A Celebration of Life and then dinner will immediately follow. Considerations for memorial contributions are: Wallingford Land Trust in Wallingford, CT; The CJD Foundation, Inc; the National Prion Disease Pathology Surveillance Center.

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Published by The Record-Journal on Sep. 15, 2013.

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Dan & Cec Kjos

September 27, 2013

Russ,
What a shock to see the news about Mary in the paper. We spent the evening hashing over old times and Cec talked about how loving and carefree Mary was and the hours her and Mary spent over tea discussing the kids. We will always keep Mary in our prayers - she was an absolutely wonderful human being.

Erik Schoenmaekers

September 21, 2013

Emmee, you were a wonderfull person with a great sense of humour. The entire Dailygammon community and myself were blessed by knowing you, you will never be forgotten! My deepest condoleances to your loved ones with this terrible loss. You will be deeply missed!

David and Sandra Smith

September 18, 2013

Words can't ezpress our deep sense of loss for this wondrful lady.Our thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends.We will miss you Emmee

Michele Hunter

September 17, 2013

Emmee (for that is how I will always remember you) You touch so many lives with your love and good nature, the world suffers a great loss along with your family and friends. Thank you for giving me a chance to get to know you, just wish we had the chance to meet in person. My deepest condolences to your family. Love you <3

September 17, 2013

My sister...you are so much a part of me. You have left a wonderful legacy; your spirit will live on. I love you. XO

Tom Bennett

September 16, 2013

One of the most caring and inspirational people I've ever met. I'm very thankful to have had the opportunity to be blessed with such a wonderful person as part of my life. I'll always remember you Mary.

Karla Hard

September 16, 2013

Russ,Chris, Katie, Brad and families, I was shocked and saddened to hear the news. She was a wonderful lady and a second mother to me throughout my teens. She will be forever loved and missed. Hugs and prayers to you all!
Love and condolences,
Karla Hard

Susan Zoni

September 16, 2013

There is a huge hole in my heart, for all of you and for me. My love is with each of you, every day. - Susie

September 15, 2013

Mom I miss you a lot already. Wish I could have been there to hug you at the last.

Love,

Chris

George Ridenour

September 15, 2013

Dear Rusty: I am so sorry to see the loss of your wife Mary Ellen. Know that I pass along not only my but your classmates of YHS64 thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
God keep her and your close to HIS heart.

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