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1921 - 2011
 Mrs. Barbara Jean Durdle, age 89, passed away Sunday, September 11, 2011. She was born December 11, 1921 in Belding, the daughter of Claude and Anna (Hansen) Stout. On November 25, 1945, she married Max L. Durdle. Barb loved educating children, and retired from Belding Public Schools after teaching kindergarten for many years. She was a longtime member of the First Congregational Church of Greenville. She loved to shop, go out to eat, and travel. She was a beautiful, sharply dressed lady who was well-liked by those around her, whether strangers or lifelong friends. She was preceded in death by her husband, Max, in 1992. She is survived by her children, Mike (Carla) Durdle of Sheridan and Jan (Robert) Forton of Greenville; grandchildren, Scott (Marianne) Durdle of Wilton, NY, Chad (Angela) Durdle of Gowen, Rhonda (Jim) Heimbecker of Greenville, and Denise (Dennis) Sheldon of Leavenworth, KS; great-grandchildren, Alexandria, Zachary, Adrian, Kyle, Madison and Emma Durdle, Scott Heimbecker, Brandy (John) Lepley, Christa Steele, Morgan Heimbecker, Derek Sharp, Jenna Sharp, and Chelsea Sheldon; and great-great-grandchildren, Hunter, Myah, Laila, and Seth. Memorial services will be held at 2:00 PM Monday, September 19, 2011 at Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville, with visitation from 1:00 to 2:00 prior to the service. Barb's pastor, the Rev. Dr. Jerrold T. Jones of the First Congregational Church of Greenville, will serve as officiant. Private inurnment will be in River Ridge Cemetery, Belding. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Spectrum Health Hospice or the First Congregational Church of Greenville. |
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There are currently 24 condolences.
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Thursday February 7, 2013 at
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Jim Tyler
Thursday March 29, 2012 at
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Mrs Durdle was my Kindergarden teacher in 1970. My thoughts go out to her family and know she touched many lives though her teaching.
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Diana Vincent Hancock
Friday September 23, 2011 at
9:53 AM
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Friday September 23, 2011 at
9:52 AM
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So sorry to hear of her passing.Yes way back when she was my kindergarden teacher also,Im 52. She also lived in my neighborhood.Loved her so much.May prayers be with the family.
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Diana Vincent Hancock
Friday September 23, 2011 at
9:49 AM
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Sprowls, Tom and Diane and Jennifer
Tuesday September 20, 2011 at
3:12 PM
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Barb was my kindergarden teacher way back in 1976. My dad taught with Barb and spoke highly of her and her dedication to teaching. She had a hugh heart and was never afraid to share her loving nature. We will miss her and pass along our love to the family members. Jennifer
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Former staff of Dr. Larry Smiley
Sunday September 18, 2011 at
1:10 PM
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We loved to see Barb come in to the our dental office. What a fantastic lady with a great sense of humor. She was like one of our family members. Always had a quick wit about her. Please accept our condolences.
Amy, Cheri and Mellissa
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Ron Petersen
Wednesday September 14, 2011 at
10:41 PM
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Mike & Carla,
Please accept my deepest sympathy at the recent loss of your mother.
I enjoyed getting to know Barb when she was a neighbor of my Aunt at GreenAcres. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your families.
Ron
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Christa Steele and Lindsay Weinfurtner
Wednesday September 14, 2011 at
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Grandma had so many fine qualities. Here are just a few&
Your generous caring nature and loving heart too;
She would always be there for you.
Your heart of Gold, You wore on your sleeve
Your beautiful Smile, The sound of your laugh,
The memories remain of what will always be.
A GREAT GRANDMA INDEED
Grandma, I'll never forget the times we shared. There will always be the pineapple banana orange juice in the yellow cup all the great grand kids fought over. The times we sat on the davenport , when you let us in your old desk draw to get paper to color on and the snacks of Ritz crackers with cream cheese.
But most of all the candy dishes full of Grandma favorite Treats.
Grandma the last time I saw you, you recognized me not,
but in my heart I hope you have not forgot.
As we all say our goodbyes,
Tears are falling from our eyes.
Remember how much we love you so.
In our hearts we will always know
You are with us where ever we go.
We all Love you so much Grandma Barbie,
You will always be in our memory.
With much love from your Great Granddaughters,
Christa Steele and Brandy Lepley
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Mary Hargrove
Wednesday September 14, 2011 at
12:58 PM
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I am sure you all know that Mrs. Durdle was a kind and beautiful lady who will never be forgotten. She was my kdg. teacher but even many years later knew who I was and was always very friendly. She was a great lady who will be missed. To her family thank you for sharing her with so many children she truly made a difference to many.
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Kathy J. Mills
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
11:50 PM
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Jan Dear friend wish I was there with you at this time and would be if at all possible. I am sending hugs for all of you. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Brandy Lepley
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
9:05 PM
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My Grandma Barbie was a great women..We have shared many good times together, that I will cherish forever!! She will be greatly missed!
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Diane Heether
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
6:06 PM
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Jan I am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was my kidergarten teacher and was always so nice. let all your memories help get you through the tough time.
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Stan and Suzanne Krogman
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
1:07 PM
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Just read the obituaries...we send our love and sympathy to Scott, Marianne and kids. I am sure you have wonderful memories.
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Larry Frandsen
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
12:45 PM
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Mike and Bob Families
Please accept my condolences on the passing of your mother and mother-in-law.
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Margaret(Peggy) Benedict Howell
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
11:38 AM
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Jan, Your mother must of been a Saint, she taught me and you the same year and she didn't quit. She must of been a great teacher, just no we must have gave her some real problems and yet she continued to teach, God Bless her and You in your time of sorrow
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Patricia Johnston (Taylor)
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
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She will be sadly missed.As she was loved by many people.She was my kindergarden teacher at Ellis school,God Bless all of her family.TY for sharing her with us all. Patti Johnston (Taylor)
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Daryl Childs
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
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I had Mrs. Durdle as my Kindergarten teacher as well. I have nothing but good memories of those days. A few years after I had her as a teacher, we had her as a neighbor as well. We would always get up early on snowy mornings to see if her bathroom light was on so we would know if we had school that day or not. No bathroom light, no school. Thank you Mrs. Durdle for being the great teacher you were!
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Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
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Leslie Anne Wood
Tuesday September 13, 2011 at
1:29 AM
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Kellie Ellsworth Lutes
Monday September 12, 2011 at
10:43 PM
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I had Mrs. Durdle for my Kindergarten teacher @ Ellis school. She was a wonderful teacher, full of life & always smiling.
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Kari Brown LaBelle
Monday September 12, 2011 at
10:41 PM
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She was a very amazing teacher and caring person!She will be missed by many.
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bob brown
Monday September 12, 2011 at
12:19 PM
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she was a great teacher,caring person she well be missed, i had her back in the early 60"S as teacher she was the best
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Liz Nichoson
Monday September 12, 2011 at
11:41 AM
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Jan,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your mom. She was a sweet lady
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