Mary Frances Steele
Wednesday August 28, 2013 at
2:10 PM
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Dear Mahan family,
I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mildred. I remember her fondly. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love, Mary Fran
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Lana A Ford
Wednesday July 3, 2013 at
5:11 PM
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Kind, gracious,wonderful sense of humor,and a generous spirit is what I remember most about Mildred. She was always willing to share and assist whenever asked and/or needed. No job and/or challenge was ever too big or too small. She tackled life with positive enthusiasm. Mildred was a genuine individual that was my mentor when I was first hired by MSU. She and Paul were fantastic and I have many fond and grateful memories. Thank you, Mildred. Love, Lana
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Judi (Fitzpatrick) Spence
Sunday February 24, 2013 at
2:26 PM
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Paul and Mildred were 2 of the nicest people I have ever known. They were both so kind and caring. It was always a joy to talk to them as they both had a great sense of humor and definitely had a compassion for others. Mildred was my home-ec teacher and I learned so much from her. She had such a beautiful spirit...one very classy lady!! I enjoyed hearing Paul play his guitar and sing. He really loved music....he introduced me to the guitar "stick". Everytime I pick mine up I will think of him!! They will both be missed....
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Denise Weeks
weeks1959@gmail.com
Tuesday February 19, 2013 at
4:49 PM
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I am so sad to hear about the deaths of both Paul and Mildred. I first met Mildred while working at the Ionia County Extension office in the 1980s. It was such a privilege serving as her Assistant and every day of work was a joy because of her. I never had met a more kind and caring person and once I got to know Paul I felt the very same way about him. They also showed my kids, Tammy and Bradley, so much love and the kids truly adored them as well. When the kids were little we would go visit the Mahans a few times a year and spend the entire day with them. These visits were always filled with joyous guitar playing, singing, and lots and lots of laughter. Bradley and I visited the Mahans last summer right before he entered the Air Force. They both gave Brad an extra big hug when we left and said how proud they were that he joined the military and that they really expected great things from him. This meant so much to Brad as he always really looked up to both of them. Thanks Paul and Mildred for all your encouraging words over the years to me and the kids and for being such wonderful friends. Love and miss you both!
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Sharon Burns Cooper
dwbsmc@yahoo.com
Monday February 18, 2013 at
12:25 PM
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I had your Mom for my Home Ec. class. I just loved her. She was such a kind person and a great teacher. The last time I saw your parents was probably in the early 90's. I had dinner with them one evening. I have kept in touch with them over the years with Christmas cards. I'm still sad to hear of both of them passing, but I do know they are with God.
Reguards
Sharon Burns Cooper
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Jeanne (De Young) Plant
Monday February 18, 2013 at
10:58 AM
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My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Mrs. Mahan has had the most profound influence on my life! She is the reason I went into education and had such a successful career. She taught me all kinds of amazing skills and habits. She believed in me when others didn't. She was the driving force in my life! I was her teachers aide in high school for two years. She was the sweetest, kindest, person I have ever known! The world truly is a sader place without her!
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Laura Frye White
Monday February 18, 2013 at
9:05 AM
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My sincere sympathies to Mrs Mahan's family. She was a beloved teacher of mine and so many others at Carson. She will be missed but always remembered!
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Bonnie Stearns Moffett
Wednesday January 30, 2013 at
7:07 AM
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She was the best teacher I ever had. I'll never forget when she had us girls in her class make David a birthday cake out of 2 brillo soap pads and frost it pretty. He really got a surprise when he bit into it in class:)
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Roger and Helen (Hamler) Caris
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at
7:50 PM
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Dear Paul and Family, We were sorry to hear of Mildred's passing and know you will miss her immensely. It was always a delight seeing you folks out and about being so supportive and caring of others. May God grant you strength and comfort at this time.
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Peggy Vuylsteke
Monday January 28, 2013 at
6:19 PM
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Greeting: I just want you to know that your wife, your mother was a great Home Economist. It was a joy working with her at MSU.
Peggy Vuylsteke,Extension Educator Emeritus
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jane edwards clem
Monday January 28, 2013 at
10:09 AM
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to the mahan family
i am so sorry to hear about mildred-i can still remember being at your home and mildred made the BEST punch ever-sharon we have to get together soon with
the girls since i have not seen you since high school (almost 40 years)again you all are in my thoughts
jane clem
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Laura L. Mosby
Monday January 28, 2013 at
7:21 AM
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I was sadden to hear of Mildred's passing. She was such a sweet and gentle woman. I was very blessed to have known her. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
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Candy Schmiedicke
Sunday January 27, 2013 at
7:03 PM
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I was privileged to know Mildred through 4-H and MSU Extension. She had such a gentle manner, a true lady. She helped me be the homemaker I am today. Condolences.
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Lois Springsteen and family
Sunday January 27, 2013 at
4:42 PM
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Mildred will be missed from this earthly home. However, the angel chorus sing her praises as she ventures on in her Heavenly home. She was a lovely lady. Our sympathy to Paul and family.
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Jennifer Baragar
Saturday January 26, 2013 at
6:13 PM
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Dear Dave & Barb, Although I did not know your Mom I wanted to extend sympathy and caring thoughts in your loss. Love, Jenny
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Bob & Kathy Parr
Saturday January 26, 2013 at
4:38 PM
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Paul and Family,
Kathy and I are praying for you in your loss of Mildred. Our memory of Mildred Mahan is that she was a classy lady, pleasant, friendly and aware of others. She always walked into church with a smile and a cheerful demeanor.
She will be missed here but a welcomed addition to the presence of the Lord.
We are glad we knew Mildred.
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Joyce Howell
Friday January 25, 2013 at
10:03 PM
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Mildred was a special friend to my parents. They had many good times. My condolences to the family and know she is happy to be with the Lord. She will be missed.
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Joyce Howell
Friday January 25, 2013 at
9:58 PM
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Joyce Howell
Friday January 25, 2013 at
9:58 PM
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Carol (Beardsley) Current
Friday January 25, 2013 at
9:23 PM
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Paul and family: Mildred was a kind, sweet and loving lady! She always called me "one of the girls" from the Baptist Church. The two of you always were a bright spot in my life! May the Lord comfrot you at this time.
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Donna and Howard
Friday January 25, 2013 at
7:02 PM
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Paul and Family,
We want to express our sorrow for your lost of Mildred. She was a wonderful lady and always so kind and thoughtful to us. Our time with you both at Kingsland Lodge was special. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Debbie (Mitchell) Winters
Friday January 25, 2013 at
3:52 PM
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Dear Paul and family, What a sweet loving lady your wife and mother was! Always the same gentle voice with words full of care from my early memories growing up at First Baptist in Stanton to the wonderful visit we had in Mt. Pleasant at my dad's funeral. I pray that you will feel loved and upheld in the difficult days ahead as you adjust to her homegoing. . . we love you and have fond memories of you!
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Mark Petersen
Friday January 25, 2013 at
2:37 PM
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Paul, Sharon, and family,
Trudy and I are so sorry to hear of Mildred's passing. Your family has always been a bright spot in our past and always will be. And Sharon, we've got to get together sometime.
Love you all, Mark and Trudy Petersen
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glenn and lucy kebler
Friday January 25, 2013 at
11:08 AM
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Dear Paul and family, We were so sorry to hear of Mildred's passing. The two of you have always been dear to us and an inspiration for us. Please take care. Love, Lucy and Glenn
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Christina Curell
Friday January 25, 2013 at
11:03 AM
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Paul, My prayers are with you and your family. We can take comfort in knowing that we will see her soon in a better place. May God Bless you and your family at this time.
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Kendall Harger
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
5:32 PM
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Paul, I am thinking of you and praying for you during this difficult time. I know God will see you through ...and I'm sure you will feel like playing your guitar in a minor key for a while. Thanks for your steadfast and inspiring example of a faithful husband.
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Glenda Kilpatrick
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
4:09 PM
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Dear Paul and family,
I was blessed to have the opportunity to work with Mildred in the Ionia MSU Extension office. She was a wonderful mentor and helped me tremendously as a new employee. My heart goes out to you on your loss. Mildred was a great lady.
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Joyce Howell
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
9:40 AM
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Jenny Bennett
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
9:13 AM
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Paul, my heart goes out to you and your family. I have only the most fondest of memories of you and your wife. I hope you find comfort in knowing that your beloved Mildred is now in the loving arms of God. I will always remember our fun interactions when you would come into Hansen's Music House. You ALWAYS had a smile and a joke or two. God Bless!
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Geraldine Christensen
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
8:47 AM
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Paul & Family,
We shall miss Mildred so very much. Her wise mentoring, Christian example, and cheery dignity were an inspiration to all of us. May God send you comfort and strength to sustain you at this sad time. Proverbs 3: 5-6
Geraldine Christensen
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Krista (Hodges) Prout
Thursday January 24, 2013 at
8:34 AM
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So sorry for your loss. I remember your folks when I growing up in the church and youth. They were wonderful folks and well loved. I seen your dad a year ago and he remembered me. May the Lord comfort you at this time.
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Kris Sorgenfrei
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
10:18 PM
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My fondest memory of Mildred is traveling to and from one of our national conventions for Extension Home Economics. Mildred was so excited to have just seen her son after several years. I remember how proud she was of him, how her love just poured out as she told of his adventures. She was always a lady, gracious and kind. Truly one of a kind! I have very fond memories.
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Sharon Hurst
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
9:09 PM
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Mrs. Mahan was my Home Ec teacher in Sheridan. I remember her as always being nice and caring with a soft voice and pretty smile. She was one of my favorite teachers.
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Marlene Caszatt
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
8:35 PM
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I am sad to learn of Mildred's passing. She was a wonderful colleague and friend. I always looked forward to the times we spent together through our professional work with the MSU Extension.
Mildred was truly a person of endless grace and full of loving kindness toward others.
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Kathy Peiffer Foley
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
8:21 PM
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What a wonderful little lady! I had Mrs. Mahan for home ec many years ago. Over the years if I would see Mrs. Mahan she always remembered my sister Karen & I. We would get the wonder hug. When my Mom passed away she was there at the funeral home. Years later she was there again for us when my Dad passed away. It was such a joy to get one of her handmade cards.I saved them. She seemed to have known where we were over the years. I will miss her. Such a sweet lady.
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Betsy Knox
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
7:04 PM
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I had the honor of working with Mildred in the Ionia County Extension office. She was a generous and loving colleague. I will miss her.
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David and Joyce Guikema
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
6:58 PM
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Mildred was a wonderful and sincere individual who always found the best in every individual. I was blessed to have worked closely with her in Extension!
Condolences to Paul and other family.
Dave and Joyce
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Becky Dudenhofer
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
6:52 PM
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Dear Paul and Mahan family, Mildred was such an encouragment to me to be a woman of God. She was always encouraging and also sympathetic. I will cherish her memory the rest of my days. I will miss her, but look forward to seeing her again with our Lord Jesus Christ. Much love to you all!
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Bob and Karen Shumaker
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
6:28 PM
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Dear Paul and Family,
We are rejoicing with you that Mildred is in a perfect place with lots of her friends and family! We have many fone memories of Mildred! Thank you for coming to visit dad near the end of his life. I know it meant a lot to him. We know that you will miss her very much. We will be praying for you and your family during this time of adjustmet! Love, Karen and Bob
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glenda wing
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
5:16 PM
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Mrs Mahan was my home ec teacher and Paul was my fathers milk inspector for Car
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Jill and Shawn O'Donnell
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
3:19 PM
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Mildred was a truly wonderful person. I can't tell the many ways she touch our lives. We will miss her!!! Please let us know if you have a memorial for her.
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Eldon Jones, & Marcia, Melvin, Merlyn, Keith
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
2:59 PM
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Our sympathies and prayers are going for our dear friend Paul and family in the loss of wife and mother, sweet, Mildred. We will miss her, too, but know she is now in the presence of our Lord.
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Dave & Connie Byers
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
2:29 PM
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I spent a lot of my time growing up around Mr. & Mrs. Mahan. David and Steve were my friends growing up and lived around the corner from us. Mrs. Mahan was a wonderful person and did her best to teach all us boys in Sheridan to cook and bake in Home Ec. She was very patient.
Paul, Dave, Steve & Sharon, I know you will miss her greatly. But, you also know she is enjoying a great celebration with our Lord.
Connie and I will keep you in our prayers.
God Bless You All and give you peace, comfort, and fond memories of your wife and mother.
Dave and Connie Byers
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Cheri Booth
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
2:22 PM
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Mildred was one of my mentors in Extension. She and I had the fun of putting on a session at College Week called "Decorating on a Shoestring". We had so much fun with this workshop and she told stories of her children and grandchildren bringing her birds nest and how she would "decorate" with them. She was a beautiful, kind and very thoughtful woman. Her pie recipe at the restaurant in Blanchard was one of her famous stories. My how her eyes twinkled. I am honored to have called her a colleague.
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Bob and Diane Christensen
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
2:11 PM
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Mildred exemplified Christ to all of us. A gentle sweetness pervades all of my memories of her.
We will pray that God will give you grace as you deal with your loss.
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Kay Cummings
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
2:06 PM
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As an early-career Extension Educator in the same field, I always looked to Mildred as a good example of someone who worked hard to serve the needs of the community. She will be missed!
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Linda Huyck
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
1:09 PM
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I was proud to have the opportunity to follow in Mildred's foot steps with MSU Extension. Her encouragement in that endevor was much appreciated.
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Stan and Suzanne Krogman
Wednesday January 23, 2013 at
10:03 AM
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We want to extend our sympathy for your loss but rejoice knowing that Mildred is with her Lord with no pain. What a gracious lady. She made everyone feel that they were very important in her life. May the Lord grant you peace during this difficult time Paul and family.
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Mildred L. Mahan went to be with her Lord on the morning of 22 JAN 13. She was at home, surrounded by her loving family, and passed peacefully in her sleep. She was born in Lynn Grove, Kentucky on 8 OCT 27 to Carmen and Lula Rogers. She graduated from Murray State University in 1948 and married Paul E. Mahan, a fellow Murray State graduate, on 19 MAR 49. They enjoyed almost 64 wonderful years together, raising three children, Sharon Mahan Joy of Lansing, MI, P. Stephen Mahan of Haleiwa, HI, and David (Barb) Mahan of Traverse City, MI. She and Paul had three grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. In her professional life, Mildred last worked over 20 years as a Home Economist for the Michigan State University Cooperative Extension Service, a position that enabled her to touch many lives. Previously, she served as a Home Economics teacher for Carson City-Crystal Public Schools and Sheridan Rural Agricultural Schools. Both as a mother, grandmother and working professional, she exhibited a selfless devotion to others. She and Paul were long time members of First Baptist Church in Stanton, MI, a community that meant much to them. Her family, friends and many others she touched will remember her serving spirit, insight, artistic ability, green thumb and endless grace.
Memorial services will be held on Saturday July 20, 2013 at Trinity Evangelical Free Church, 400 N. Lincoln, Stanton MI with Pastor Ryan White of First Baptist Church of Stanton officiating with a luncheon to follow at First Baptist Church. Memorial contributions may be given to the First Baptist Church of Stanton or Au Sable Institute of Environmental Studies (7526 Sunset Trail NE, Mancelona, MI 49659).
