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1930 - 2011
 Margaret Elaine "Marge" (Peterson) Childers, 81, passed from this earth to her heavenly home on Wednesday, June 15, 2011, where she is now resting peacefully in the arms of her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. She died at her home in Lakeview where she has resided since 1988. She was born May 26, 1930 in Flint, MI, the oldest daughter of Julius and Muriel (Hall) Peterson, the third child of five. On June 29, 1951 she married Pastor Fred Childers in Flint in a garden wedding at her home. Marge was raised in Flint but after high school, she attended the Grand Rapids School of the Bible and Music where she met her future husband, who graduated from the Pastoral Course there. Marge was active in the music ministry of the college as a soprano soloist. After her marriage to Fred Childers, they spent their life serving 7 Michigan Bible Churches as Pastor and wife, until Fred's death in 2008. Marge has been a member of the South Hinton Bible Church in Lakeview for the past 12 years. Marge was loved as a pastor's wife and mother and will be remembered by her family and many wonderful friends. She had a beautiful singing voice, was an excellent cook and enjoyed making quilts for her grandchildren. She worked a few years in the 1980s at the High Q factory in Lakeview keeping track of their parts inventory. She was preceded in death by her parents in 1980 and 1995, a brother in 2000, a sister-in-law in 2005 and her husband on Dec. 9, 2008. She is survived by her seven children and their families; Sheryl (Keith) Tisdel of Rockford, Karen (Pete) Galarza of Trenton, Kathleen Thompson of Lakeview who has cared for Marge these past 3 years, Joseph (Donna) Childers of Lincolnton, NC, Rita (Rich) Stouten of Allegan, Janet (Don) Miesen of Rockford, Linda (Ken) Champion of Rockford; 20 grandchildren; 25 great grandchildren; her brothers, Don (Marilee) Peterson of Munith, Roger Peterson of Mears; her sister, Erma (Bill) Collins of Crofton, MD; her sister-in-law, Georgia Peterson of Flint; 2 brothers-in-law, Ted Childers of Idaho, Roger (Sylvia) Childers of Oregon; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held at 2:00 PM on Monday, June 20, 2011 at the Ashley Baptist Church, 10463 Belding Rd, Belding, MI, with Pastor David Funk of South Hinton Bible Church officiating. Interment will be in Cato Township Cemetery in Lakeview. Visitation will be Monday from 11:00 AM to 1:30 PM at church. Memorial contributions may be given to the South Hinton Bible Church in Lakeview, MI.
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There are currently 8 condolences.
Lois Clough
ohmansatkazoo@msn.com
Thursday September 8, 2011 at
10:00 AM
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This is Lois Clough, joining you in sorrow for the loss of your father and mother. I just moved to MI from AZ in Feb. and started searching for them and found this memorial to your mother. If any of you live anywhere around Kalamazoo or Lakeview, I would like to contact you so please call me at 269-384-6993. When you find time please give me a call or email. Thanks, Lois
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Barbara Wood (Green)
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
9:14 PM
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Hi Janet, Your family attended Calvary Baptist years ago. I have a twin sister and we used to sit together in church. I remember your family and your siblings. Your mother had a beautiful smile, I know she is smiling now!! May the Lord be with each of you in a special way in the coming days! Barbara
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Barth & JoAnn Gorby
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
8:23 PM
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Jan and family; we just wanted you to know that our thoughts and prayers are with you. Until Christ returns.
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Shirley A. Palmer
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
1:58 PM
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Although I have had only a short time to know Marge, I found her to be a great friend. I rejoice that she is with her Lord and Savior. My thoughts and prayers now turn to the family she left behind. Our Lord will carry you through this coming year and give you the comfort and piece that only He can give.
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Diane Hein
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
12:08 PM
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Jan & Family:
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this difficult time.
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Dave Chase
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
11:31 AM
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Jan,
So sorry to here about your mom. I know something of what you and your family are feeling right now since my mom passed away last Jan. My prayers and thoughts are with you.
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Jean Mulford
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
10:48 AM
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I am so sorry for your loss. Cherish the memories and look forward to being reunited in a perfect place.
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Leslie Anne (Basney) Wood
Thursday June 16, 2011 at
10:24 AM
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Dear Sheryl and Keith,
I am so sorry to hear of your mother's passing. I know how hard it is, even given that 81 is a good age and that God doesn't promise us eternal life now, but in the life to come. I am praying that our Lord will comfort you and give you His strength and peace through this difficult time.
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