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Christina Marion Genova
April 6, 1918-February 6, 2011
Marion was born In Brigdon Ontario, the only daughter of Sarah Jane MaGill and Dufferin Taylor and was named Margaret Wilena. Orphaned at the age of three she was adopted as the only child of Floyd and Margaret (Livingston) Stocking and became known as Christina Marion. Growing up in Detroit she became a lifelong member of Fort Street Presbyterian Church where on June 18, 1938 she married her childhood sweetheart; Harry Isadore Genova. The Genova's moved to the Ann Arbor area in 1957 and established the Washtenaw News Company. Harry preceded Marion in death on Thanksgiving Day 1996.
Marion was the proud mother of six children, all of whom survive; H. Nicholas (Sharon), Margaret Manson (Steve Hurd), Kenneth (Jeanette), James (Leslie), Christine Benson (Christopher), Sara McCrea (James). Together they gave Marion 17 grandchildren and 20 great-grandchildren.
Marion's happiest times were spent at her Florida home with her husband and friends, gardening, spending time with her family and with her numerous pets.
Marion will be deeply missed by her family, friends and fellow members of Westminster Presbyterian Church of Ann Arbor which she joined when moving to Ann Arbor. But most especially her grand-daughter Jennifer, who was devoted to caring for and bringing much happiness to her in her final years.
In Lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made in Marion's honor to The Salvation Army which provided for Marion and her brothers during their orphaned years, or to the Human Society of Huron Valley in memory of her many pets and her love for animals.
Visitation will take place at Muehlig Funeral Chapel-403 S. Fourth Avenue Ann Arbor at 10:00am until the time of service at 11:00am, Thursday, February 10, 2011. Burial will immediately follow. www.muehligannarbor.com
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April 6, 2011
Happy 93rd birthday, Grandma! It is still so hard to believe you are gone. I give thanks each day for my cherished memories and the gift of your unending love, which streams down from heaven on my darkest days to comfort me. Oceans of love - always…
February 17, 2011
Dale R. Leslie
"An acorn does fall too far from the tree." I regret I did not know Nick, Sr. and Christina Genova but I am familiar with their family. And based on the honesty, integrity and hard work that are synonymous with the Genova name, their parenting skills must be top drawer. "Your job is completed with honors, Christina, a servant of God whose legacy continues. Hebrews 11:1
February 11, 2011
Sara,
Your Mom always had a smile for me in high school, even when I sneezed at her dinner table. You are in our prayers. Love Carolyn Soetenga and family
February 10, 2011
Vince Aquinto
Nick,
Sorry for your loss ... you are in our prayers!
The Aquinto's
February 9, 2011
I am sorry to hear about the loss of Marion Genova. My thoughts and prayers go out the Genova family.
George Kokales
February 9, 2011
Dear Mr and Mrs Genova we are very sorry to hear about the loss of your mother may God bless you and your family in the time of the sorrow Ahmed and Bezu.
February 8, 2011
Deb Harrison
My thoughts and prayers go out to Each and Everyone of the Genova family. Mrs Genova (Marion) was a very Special lady. A smile will Forever be on my face for the many times I think of her,and the fun things we/she said and did. Where thinking of you and sending Warm Thoughts and Hugs your way.
Deepest Sympathy. Deb Harrison & Family (K-zoo)
February 8, 2011
Sandy Eisele
Nick and family - I am so sorry to read about the passing of your mother/grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
February 8, 2011
Dear Nick & Sharon-- We were very sorry to hear about the loss of Nick's mother. Please accept our sympathy and our prayers. We are thinking about you. Sincere regards, Ray & Cheryl LeVan
February 8, 2011
Nord (John) Nordlinger
My wife Cindy joins me in sending prayers and thoughts of comfort to the Genova family on the passing of this remarkable lady.
"Nord" (John) Nordlinger
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