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Lisa GRITZMAKER Obituary

GRITZMAKER Lisa Michelle Lisa Michelle Gritzmaker, 24, was called to be with the Lord on Friday, 13 July 2012, after a senseless act of cowardice and violence. She was a loving wife and mother of two and was due to deliver her third child in September 2012. Lisa was a very giving person, always trying to help those around her. She loved volunteering her time and making donations to local charities. She had an infectious laugh and smile that she was always able to share with anyone. Lisa loved fishing and more of her hobbies included photography, playing mini-games on the computer and going for rides on the motorcycle. She enjoyed recreational reading and was in love with the Twilight Series of books and movies. She was an avid NASCAR fan and would sit with her father every Sunday watching the race, but would literally get in your face if anyone had anything bad to say about Jeff Gordon or Kasey Kahne. Lisa was stubborn, strong-willed, and opinionated, and you never had to wonder what she was thinking because she had no problem giving you a piece of her mind. She was one of the only voices of reason as a Michigan fan in a family full of fans from "that-school-down-south". She liked working in the flower garden and bowling, and was looking forward to getting her own bowling ball. She liked going dancing and attending hockey games with her husband, Jacob, and spent much of her time texting on her phone with her many friends. Lisa is survived by her daughters, Alyssa, 5, Autumn, 18 months, and her husband of 18 months, Jacob; her mother, Robin (David) McCowan; her father, Mark Burrow; her sister, Stephanie Burrow; her half-sister, Jessica (Burrow) (Nate) Bugbee; her grandmother, Marlene Burrow Cates, and her step-grandfather, Bill Cates. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Abbigail Michelle Gritzmaker; sister, Amy Merrill; grandfather, Herschel "Papa" Burrow, and her grandparents, Florence and Herb Linke. Lisa will be sorely missed in all our lives. Funeral services for Lisa will be held on Saturday, July 21, 2012, at 11:00 a.m. at the Blissfield Baptist Church with Pastor Tom Frantz officiating. Private graveside services will be held at a later date. Visitation will be held on Friday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian and also on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at the Blissfield Baptist Church. Condolences may be sent to the family at andersonfuneralservices.com In lieu of flowers, monetary donations can be made for the family and children via the Blissfield Baptist Church, 717 N. Monroe St, Blissfield, MI 49228. Envelopes are also available at the Anderson Funeral Home, Adrian.

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Published by The Blade on Jul. 18, 2012.

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ciarra seman

August 6, 2012

aunt Lisa and Abigail no matter where you are no matter what you do there will always be a reserved spot for you both in my heart and don't ever forget it

Lori Burghardt

July 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you!

RITA FRAZIER

July 20, 2012

TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY....SENDING LOVE AND PRAYERS....LOOK TO GOD FOR STRENGTH AND COURAGE TO GET THROUGH THIS

Samantha Grayer

July 20, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. Lisa you were a great friend to my family and you will truly be missed by all.

Dink, Rhonda and Kaitlin Wirick

July 19, 2012

Robin & David We are very sorry for your lost, prayers to your whole family.

Lauren Jones

July 19, 2012

A truly wonderful woman inside and out, Lisa you had the ability to light up a room with your smile. You, sweet Abigail and Amy are with the angels now. RIP pretty girls, you will forever be missed.
May god watch over those sweet babies and Jake as they begin the healing process.
Gone but not forgotten Lisa Michelle Gritzmaker(Burrow) <3

Jennifer Moore

July 19, 2012

You will always be missed and always be loved. Your family and friends are In my prayers and will continue to be. It's never easy saying goodbye, may the lord wrap your family and friends up close to him during this time to let them know you are right there next to them and you always will be. RIP Amy, Lisa and baby Abigail.

Your beautiful angels now and will always be missed

Ashlee Proffitt

July 19, 2012

As i picture one of my best friends the only thing that keeps peace in my heart is I picture Lisa holding Abigail and Amy standing next to them at the gates to heaven and god walking forward and they all cry for the happiness they get to walk with god every single day. I picture them as beautiful as they ever were and remember that they are with god and he has them to protect now. so please remember that when the bad thoughts come in your head that they are happy walking with the lord every single day. and it may not be fair to the rest of us on earth bc we miss them so much but we will be there with these 3 beautiful woman someday and they would want us to rememeber the good as hard as it is.

Amanda Barnaby

July 19, 2012

R.i.p Lisa, Amy and sweet baby girl. You are in the lords arms now. Prayers to Jake, all the children and family affected by this tragedy. You all are greatly missed:(

Linda Faz

July 19, 2012

You were a Blessing in our lives and a true Earth Angel...You, Amy and Abigail will be forever in my prayers, along with your familys. RIP Ladies as you are in the loving hands of our Lord.
Be Blessed, Love Linda

Jessica Barnaby

July 19, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with the children and families of Lisa & Amy in this time of loss. May the lord wrap his arms around Jacob and give him peace. RIP Lisa, Amy & Abigail.

Forever in my prayers

Peggy Jones

July 19, 2012

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. R.I.P. Lisa and Abigail.

Mike Wueller

July 18, 2012

Robin & Family,
I am so truly sorry for the loss of your daughter, Lisa and your granddaughter. My condolences and prayers are with you during this time. May you find peace and strength with your families. Get well soon Robin.
Sincerely, Cousin Mike Wueller

Pam Cunningham

July 18, 2012

Sleep with the angels darling baby girl. Prayers for the family.

Tina Crapsey

July 18, 2012

This was a senceless act but u r and angel now prayers to your family and children.......

jo rowe

July 18, 2012

I am so sorry for your loss, God Bless the boys and mother and all affected by this tragic loss
J Rowe

Kitty Whitehead

July 18, 2012

I'm so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with all of you.

Rosa Yarbrough

July 18, 2012

:"Remember me with smiles not tears, For all the joy through all the years, ..."Don't dwell on thoughts that cause you pain, We'll see each other once again, I am at peace, try to believe, It was my time, I had to leave,...But "what a view" I have from here, I see your face, I feel you near, I follow you throughout the day

Amy P.

July 18, 2012

I was saddened to read about the loss of Lisa and her baby. Sounds like she was full of 'piss n vinegar', as my Grandma would have said :) A cowardly act took her, indeed... I am so sorry for your loss.

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