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1927 - 2013
 E. Jean Hubbs age 85 of Greenville peacefully passed away Monday January 28, 2013 at Clark Retirement Community Keller Lake in Grand Rapids surrounded with the love of her family. She was born March 8,1927 in Logan, Ohio the daughter of Raymond and Ruth (Strain) Bierly. She moved to Michigan as a child and graduated from Greenville High School with the class of 1945. She married her high school sweetheart, Dale T. Hubbs in Greenville on January 6, 1946 while he was in the military in WWII and they had two daughters, Judy and Pamela She was a lifetime member of the Methodist Church, the Eastern Star, Hypatia Club, First United Methodist Church Junior Choir director for 15 years, worked in the First United Methodist church office for 15 years, a girl scout leader and president of the PTA. An out-going and social person at heart, she had many friends in Greenville and Bradenton FL where she and Dale spent many winters. Jean will be remembered for her infectious laugh, her love of the sun, her prime real estate on the Danish Festival parade route and her dedication to her family.
She was preceded in death by her husband Dale in 1998, her daughter, Pamela in 2011, her sister, Betty Bow in 1997, great grandson Kyle Leslie in 1999, sons-in-law, Jon Leslie in 2001 and James Swartz in 2011.
She is survived by her daughter Judy Leslie Swartz, grandchildren; Terri (Robert) Fox, Jon (Andrea) Leslie, Kevin (Cherie Seitz) Dodd, Ryan (Ashley) Dodd, great grandchildren, Bergan, Owen, Allison, Megan, Alece, R.J. and London and Ireland, her brother-in-law, Berwin Bow, son-in-law Doug (Chris) Dodd and niece and nephews.
Funeral services will be held on Wednesday February 6 at 11 AM from Hurst Funeral Home with Rev. Dr. Jerrold T. Jones officiating with burial in Rest Haven Memory Gardens, Belding. Visitation will begin on Wednesday at 9:30 AM until services at 11 AM at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be given to Education Foundation of Greenville for the Our 3 Campaign for the Performing Arts or the Athletic Fund in care of Greenville Area Community Foundation, 101 N. Lafayette St. Greenville MI 48838.
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There are currently 21 condolences.
ERIC STRAIN
Wednesday February 13, 2013 at
2:50 PM
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To the Hubbs Family,
"Aunt" Jean will be remembered for her kind and caring ways. I remember summer days at the cottage where she and Dale would treat us to lots of fun and fishing, not to mention the good food. I remember her contagious laugh which always made me feel so much better. She raised a wonderful family and I have been blessed to have her share a small part of her life with me.
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Gerald and Mary Ellen Tovatt
Monday February 11, 2013 at
1:30 PM
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Judy, Terry, Jon, and family. We are sorry for your loss. She had a great life and raised a wonderful family.
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Vicki Kelley
Wednesday February 6, 2013 at
4:14 PM
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Hello Judy,
I'm so sorry to hear about your Mom passing. She was such a gift. I will always remember her peanut butter and honey toast for breakfast when we would stay with you....some great memories. And speaking of memory....just in case...I'm your cousin, originally from Toledo but now living in San Diego.
Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Vicki
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Jay Diel
Wednesday February 6, 2013 at
11:27 AM
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Judy and family,
It's always so sad to lose a love one. I have so many memories of year past visiting our family in Greenville. Times in the park across from you mom's home and many other sweet memories. We want you to know that you and your family are in our prayers. May the Lord give you rest and peace at this time in your life.
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Kathye Kelley
Tuesday February 5, 2013 at
3:18 PM
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My heart is saddened by the passing of Aunt Jean. I will always remember spending summer days with you at the park across the street, and the many vacations at one of the lakes. You were the best! May you RIP
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Paul and Kathy Engel
Tuesday February 5, 2013 at
2:41 PM
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Judy, So sorry about your Mom. Our condolences to you and your family. I remember your Mom from when she and I were Hypatia Club together. She was always so welcoming, I loved her laugh. It was an honor to know her. Our prayers are for her to rest in peace and comfort for you.
PS:
We are sorry we are unable to attend her Furneral on Wednesday I have a procedure at St. Mary's in Grand Rapids.
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Harold Strain
Tuesday February 5, 2013 at
2:32 PM
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We were the awsome six cousins when we spent our summers with Grandpa and Grandma Strain in Grand Rapids. Slowly five of the gang have served their days here on earth and now each of the five cousins rest in the arms of their Lord.
Jean I know you are now walking down the fairway with Dale. God Bless and may we all met once again in the chapel in the sky.
Harold Strain
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Jason & Kristy Vogel
Tuesday February 5, 2013 at
2:09 PM
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Grandma Hubb's was always welcoming and kind at the Leslie girls' birthday celebrations. Her bright smile will never be forgotten. Our deepest sympathies are with you Judy, Jon and Andrea, Ally and Megan and family.
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LARRY & SUSAN ANSTETT
Tuesday February 5, 2013 at
1:25 PM
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Judy, Jon, and family,
We are very sorry to hear of your loss. Keeping you in our thoughts and prayers.
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Shellee & Stu Jensen
Monday February 4, 2013 at
6:58 PM
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Judy and Jon:
So sorry to hear of the passing of your mom and grandma. Just remember to keep the memories close to your heart and she will always be with you
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Vickie Quast
Monday February 4, 2013 at
5:10 PM
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Jean was a lady that always made you feel blessed to know her. She always had a smile for you and warmed your heart. She will be missed.
Thoughts and Prayers to the family.
Vickie Quast
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Doug Dodd
Monday February 4, 2013 at
3:18 PM
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Jean will be missed. After Pam passed away Jean and I spent a lot of time talking, going to lunch and keeping her house is shape. I would stop at least three times a week to check on her and talk about what the Dodd grandchildren and great grandchildren were up to. I would like to thank the Dancing with the Stars group that spent every Monday night at her house enjoying each others company. She cherished those Mondays and loved to watch Eric dance. Thanks to Christine Dodd, Sue and John Hoppough, Maureen and Dean Dodd and Connie Turnbull for bringing laugher into her house. The group also made sure she was invited to any get together we had which was quit often. Jean spoke of how much it meant to her and she would not know what to do if it wasn't for the Monday night crew and her bridge club keeping her busy. She is at peace.
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Jane Swartzloff
Monday February 4, 2013 at
2:34 PM
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Judy, I am so sorry to hear of Jean's passing. She was a dear friend to my mom Elizabeth and we loved lunching with her on our trips to and from Alabama. She was there for me when mom passed three years ago. She and Dale were such good friends with Burt and Betty; I bet the four of them are looking down on us and smiling.
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Cathy and Bob Bromley
Monday February 4, 2013 at
7:31 AM
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I got to spend many grandaughters birthday celebrations with her and was amazed how many sports teams she followed and how she loved the games that was awesome ' you go girl' she will truly be missed
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Darla Phelps
Friday February 1, 2013 at
10:37 PM
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Judy so sorry for your loss.Your Mom was a beautiful lady..My heart goes out to you with,everything you have gone through.Thoughts and Prayers .
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Michael & Nancy Schreiner
Friday February 1, 2013 at
4:51 PM
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Judy- Please accept our condolences.
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Carolyn (Main) Mulder
Thursday January 31, 2013 at
7:13 PM
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Judy, so sorry to hear about your mother. We have many great memories through the years. She was a first class lady and I will always remember her laugh. She will be greatly missed.
xoxoxo Carolyn
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Linda (Tanner) Strodtman
Wednesday January 30, 2013 at
10:34 PM
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I am so sorry to hear this news. My mother, Margaret Tanner, will be saddened to. All our best to her family.
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Kris(Hall) Bilello
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at
6:09 PM
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Our thoughts are prayers are with the Hubbs family.
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Sharon Bolthouse
Tuesday January 29, 2013 at
2:08 PM
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I am so sorry for the loss of "Grandma" Hubbs. She was a very special lady who loved her family dearly. She always welcomed me into her home so graciously. She will be missed.
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Candace (Jaehnig) Larkin
Monday January 28, 2013 at
2:56 PM
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Jean was one of those people who was beautiful inside and out. My sincere condolences to you all.
Candace Larkin
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