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1917 - 2014
 Lillian Elizabeth (Betty) Gager, aged 96, died peacefully at St. Anns Home Friday, July 11, 2014. She was born October 28, 1917 in Peoria, Illinois to Charles V. and Katherine (Bouhers) Thornton. Awaiting her in heaven are her parents, her siblings Hartley (Betty) Thornton and Evelyn (Chester) VanBuskirk, and her devoted husband, Earl E. Gager, to whom she was married for 60 years before he passed away in 2005. Besides her family, her passion was music and she loved to share her God-given piano talents to bring joy to the other residents at St.Anns Home where she lived.
She is survived by her sons, Kenneth (Judith) Gager of Rockford and Earl J. (Beverly) Gager of Grand Rapids; seven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren and one great-great grandchild. Also surviving are several in-laws, nieces and nephews.
Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday July 16, 2014 at 10:30 AM at St.Anns Home Chapel, 2161 Leonard St. NW with Fr. Thomas McKinney as celebrant. Burial in Resurrection Cemetery, Wyoming, MI.
Relatives and friends may meet her family at St. Anns Home Chapel on Wednesday from 9:00 AM until the Mass begins. Memorial gifts may be made to St. Anns in gratitude for the wonderful love and care they gave Lillian.
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There are currently 6 condolences.
Marty and Yvonne Greunke
Wednesday July 16, 2014 at
10:11 AM
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Kenand Judy, sincere love and sympathy to the family on the death of mom Gager. It was our pleasure to have known her for many years and always good to talk with her when we lived in G-ville. God give you comfort and peace.
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Leonard Kurtz
Tuesday July 15, 2014 at
8:47 AM
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In my 20 years at St. Ann's, there have been rare special occasions when a resident becomes more than just an "acquaintance" and instead becomes a friend; this was the case for me with Lillian! We had many wonderful visits, but I especially appreciated the times we played music together on piano and organ (it was appreciated the other residents too!) I am honored to have known her and share the gift of music we both so enjoyed! My thoughts & prayers are with your family. Sincerely, Leonard
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Ruth Herrick
Monday July 14, 2014 at
10:35 AM
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You're in my thoughts and prayers.
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Rosemary Norton
Monday July 14, 2014 at
7:20 AM
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My husband, Bill, and I enjoyed Betty and Earl so much when they would come to visit. My best memory is when mother and I went to visit them and family. The trip was such fun for mother and fun for all of us to be together. We laughed a lot. She was a beautiful and dear lady.
Love Rosemary
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margaret sims
Sunday July 13, 2014 at
12:04 PM
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I m so sorry for your loss. The Bible gives us a hope of a resurrection, this is a provision from Jehovah God showing his undeserved kindness. Please accept my sincere condolences.
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Kay Young
Saturday July 12, 2014 at
7:31 PM
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Ken,Judy
Sorry to hear of your mothers passing.What a wonderful life she had. I think of you guys alot.
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