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1923 - 2010
 Grace E. Elderkin age 87 of Greenville passed away Monday September 6,2010 in Greenville. She was born in Everett Washington the daughter of Roland H. and Flora J. Morton Ogden. On June 20 1942 at Grace Episcopal Church Grand Rapids she married Frederick L. Elderkin. She was a florist in the Grand Rapids area for over 30 years and formerly was the owner of Cascade Floral and Gifts. She was a member of St. Paul Episcopal Church Greenville and the Altar Guild. Preceding her in death were her husband Fred , grandson Patrick Ryan and sister Verna Erickson Towne.
She is survived by her children; Pamela Joy Elderkin of Greenville, Karen Ryan of Grand Rapids, Patrick Elderkin of Stanton and Kathleen (Ned) Vandermolen of Howard City, 11 grandchildren, 19 great and 1 great great grandchild, her sister Dora Hill of Middleville and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral Mass will be on Saturday September 11, 2010 at 12 OClock Noon from St. Paul Episcopal Church in Greenville with Rev. Fr. John Kirkman as officiant. Burial will be in Rest Lawn Memorial Park Grand Rapids. Memorial contributions may be given to St. Paul Episcopal Church
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There are currently 5 condolences.
Kelly Knapp and Matt Yeomans
Friday September 10, 2010 at
11:59 PM
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Pat,Adam and April,
We are so sorry for your loss. We know now that she is no longer in pain.Are thoughts are with you.
Matt and Kelly
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Sue (Hill)Prichard
Thursday September 9, 2010 at
12:14 AM
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Dear Karen, Pam, Pat and Kathy.... we ALL loved Aunt Grace, and it is sad to think of a world without her. I have the BEST memories of walking over to your house in the summers and seeing Aunt Grace in the basement window, ironing away on a hot, summer day. Also, vivid memories of stopping into the flower shop where she worked (Eastern Floral??), and all of the wonderful smells, the humid air and her ever-present smile. We were blessed to be in the same family together. Love to all of you at this time. As Barb said, in these recent years, as we talked with her, she truly cared about all of us, deepening our bond with her.
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E. Dorene (Hill) Hamache/Norton
Wednesday September 8, 2010 at
2:11 PM
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I,am so saddened to hear of Aunt Grace,s passing.She was very special to me, we shared many memories even back surgery.Her pain is over which I hope is a comfort to all of you. Pam,Karen,Pat and Kathy,we will keep you all in our prayers
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Barbara Jean (Hill) Dear
Wednesday September 8, 2010 at
11:50 AM
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I'm so saddened to learn of my Aunt Grace's death. We always had good conversations and enjoyed telling each other about our families - she truly cared. I'll miss those talks but know now she is no longer hurting, but memories of her will last forever. I'm so sorry Pam, Karen, Pat and Kathy for your loss, my thoughts are with you.
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Jane JAY Sterken
Wednesday September 8, 2010 at
6:31 AM
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Two weeks ago I was in Grand Rapids with my family, and we went over to Nelson Ave. I even took a picture of your house along with several others. I thought of you, and all the neighbors. I am sorry about your mom's passing. It's not easy, but she lives in the memories of all of us. Blessings, Your neighbor from Nelson, Jane JAY Sterken
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