BORN

1939

DIED

2011

FUNERAL HOME

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

900 East Michigan Ave

Lansing, Michigan

Maria Arambula Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Aug. 26, 2011.

Maria A. Arambula
Pentwater, MI
Formerly of Lansing
Age 72, passed away peacefully, Thursday, August 25th, with her family by her side. She was a mother of five and dedicated to helping others in the community for over 30 years. Surviving are her husband, Ismael "Andy" A. Arambula; sons, Gilbert, Andrew, Ron, Mike and Chris; brothers and sisters, Evangelina Salinas, Tomasa (Fred) Cantu, Jesus (Odilla) Perez, Ramiro (Lydia) Perez, Gilbert (Judy) Perez, Delia (Henry) Pizana, Pedro (Yolanda) Perez and Alonzo (Juanita) Perez; sister-in-law, Magdalena Perez; as well as many loving grandchildren, great grandchildren, family and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, Jesus and Modesta Perez; brothers Isidoro Perez and Alfredo (Billie) Perez. A funeral mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Wednesday, August 31, 2011 at Cristo Rey Catholic Church, 201 W. Miller Rd., Lansing, MI with the Rev. Anthony Strouse and Rev. Frederick L. Thelen officiating. The family will receive friends on Monday, August 29, 2011 and Tuesday, August 30, 2011 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM, with a Rosary Tuesday at 7 PM., at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to Eaton Community Hospice, 2675 S. Cochran Rd., Charlotte, MI 48813 in memory of Maria. On line condolences may be sent at: www.grlansing.com
Arrangements under the direction of Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing, MI.

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September 5, 2011

Jaime Perez

My sons and I will always remember you Aunt Mary. Your sweet and gentle spirit will stay in our hearts We will miss you, but know that we love you dearly.

September 2, 2011

Eva Mata

I found out today about Mary, I wish I had known in time for the funeral, My condolence goes out to your family.

September 2, 2011

Adam Salinas and family

Arambula family, we are sorry to hear about Mary, our deepest sympathy goes out to you and your family.

September 1, 2011

Penny Burillo

Dear Andy & Family,
I was shocked to read of Maria's passing in the news paper today.
December and I were not aware and we feel terrible that we could not accompany you. Our hearts are full of sorrow and yet we know that Maria was a person of faith and believe that she is truly in heaven with our Lord and his angels. May God help you thru this difficult time and know that our prayers and thoughts are with you. Sincerely, Penny S. Burillo and December Saucedo Gonzalez

August 31, 2011

Darryl Newman

Andy and family,
I'm so sorry to hear about Mary. She truly enjoyed life and those around her and she'll be missed. We'll be sure to keep her exuberant spirit with us.
Sorry I can't be there with the kids, but am glad that Kimberly, Lisa and Chris (and others) will be with you.
Here's a link to our visit in Sept 2008 when Mary sang "papas y papas" to Benjamin: files.me.com/darrylpablo/dm80jr With love,

Posted by Darryl Newman

August 30, 2011

Susan Widener (Swix)

I'm so sorry for your loss, your mom was a wonderful person. I remember such fun times when I was growing up and all the wonderful food she made. My condolences to you all, I'll keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

August 30, 2011

Mary Anne Taylor

Andy, Gil, Ron, Andrew, Mike and Chris...my heart goes out to each of you! I wish I could join you tomorrow for the celebration of Mary's life. You were all a very special part of my family life on Pamela Place and I remember Mary like it was yesterday. I am so very sorry that I didn't get to Pentwater to see her ... always thinking there was time tomorrow. You are in my thoughts and prayers. With love, "marianna" (Mary Anne Hollandsworth/Taylor)

August 30, 2011

Lucia Galvan

Andy & family,
My family and I would like to extend our deepest sympathy on your loss. My heart is heavy because Mary was a dear friend and a beautiful person. I pray that the Lord will give you and your family strength.

Decolores,
Your friend
Lucia Galvan & family

Posted by Lucia Galvan

August 30, 2011

Irma Hinojosa

Heaven has gained a beautiful angel. Mary was a wonderful person and was a geniune friend. You were admired and will certainly be missed. Love and many prayers to your family. From: Irma Hinojosa and family

August 30, 2011

Warm Summer Sun

Warm summer sun,
Shine kindly here,
Warm southern wind,
Blow softly here.
Green sod above,
Lie light, lie light.
Good night, dear heart,
Good night, good night.

By Mark Twain (Samuel Langhorne Clemens)
The Poetry Foundation

August 30, 2011

Aunt Mary,

This is a very, very sad time for all of us. Thank you for all the beautiful memories that we shared with you. Even though we were often many miles apart, we always felt your love for us and will cherish the countless times that we were together. We will miss you immensely but are so grateful that we were a part of your life. We love you so very much. You will live in our hearts forever!

Sean, Freda, Sam and Jack Ditty
Redding, CA

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August 30, 2011

My deepest sympathy to all of Mary's family. May you find comfort in precious memories. Mary and I worked for Telamon Corporation, we held the same positon but at different locations. She always asked me about my sister, Chris. She had a sense of humor that made the entire class of trainees laugh til we dropped. I will miss her smile, her presence, her wonderful personality. Godspeed Mary.

Gloria Santellan

August 29, 2011

Scott Swix

My prayers and sympathy for you all. I have so many fond memories from years ago as kids, and know that I was always welcome at your house. May God give you comfort in your grief.

August 29, 2011

The Garza Family

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all of the Arambula family. Mrs. Arambula's smile was so beautiful! She always greeted you with her smile and her kind words. If she had a bad day, you would not of known, as she was always so happy and cheerful. What a blessing she was to many who came to know her! She will be missed very much, but is now resting with our Lord. May your hearts be filled with all the memories she gave all of you!

August 29, 2011

Kally ( Chickie ) Kirwin-Riggs

My thoughts and prayers go out the family of Mary. I worked with her at Telamon Corporation and I can truly say that I was blessed to have such a wonderful friend.

August 29, 2011

Ruben y Graciela Zavala

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

August 28, 2011

Ariana Arambula

I love you grandma and i miss you everyday

August 28, 2011

Dan Chevalier

Andy, we are so saddened by Mary's passing. Donna and I would like to offer our sympathies and condelences to
you and your family. Mary will be greatly missed by all at G.B.S. Such a beautiful and kind soul. We feel priveledged to have known her. Dan&Donna Chevalier

August 28, 2011

Andy and Family,
Our heartfelt sarrow for you all.. Mary was the kindest, gentle person one could ever hope to meet.. She will be missed by all whom ever had the pleasure to know her..Our love and prayers are with you all... Ray & Shirley Linne

August 28, 2011

Gilbert - I am holding you and your family in my prayers. Sorry for your loss.
~Fred Johnson (Cathedral of St. Andrew)

August 28, 2011

Becky Hudson

Dear Andy, Words can't begin to tell you how much we will miss Mary. Her beautiful smile could make our day. We loved her a lot. She was a loving friend, Norm and Becky Hudson, GBS

August 28, 2011

Barbara Radigan

We are so saddened by your loss, Andy and family. We remember Mary as a beautiful and loving mom to Ron and Mike especially - both basketball buddies and classmates to our sons Chris, Dan and daughter Beth. Such wonderful memories we have. May God give you peace and even joy as we remember that Mary has been received into her reward in Christ.

August 28, 2011

robert almazan

Andy and family,
we are so sorry for your loss. there are no words to express how highly respected and loved mary was and will continue to be. she is safe and well now in the good lords arms that we are sure of. we are praying for all of you.
robert and molly almazan
patricio and julia gonzalez
mcallen, texas

August 28, 2011

Tom Pizana

Andy & Family,
Although I haven seen Mary in sometime I remember her Growing up and later when Little Andy was gone awhile.She was always loving and kind to me and our family. You couldn't ask for a better all around family then her's.Andy sr. I hope to see you son.
Love from my heart
Tom Pizana.
P.S. She was a great cook.

August 26, 2011

Andy, we remember the good times we had with you and Maria at GBS. Our prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. Bob & Carolynn Comstock

August 26, 2011

Patricia Cantu

Uncle Andy & cousins. I want to tell you that I am sorry I was not able to be there with you threw this time but my spirit and heart along with mind are with you all and may God Bless Each and every one of you with strength and love to carry on her memories we love you and she will be dearly missed".....Mr and Mrs Adam and Patricia Perez/Cantu and boys (Javier and Ramiro Cantu)

August 26, 2011

Esmeralda Perez/Clements

Uncle Andy & cousins. I will miss Aunt Mary. I'm glad I was able to visit with her a few weeks ago and take a picture of us. My heart and prayers are with you. May God hold you close in his loving arms and give you strength. She will be missed as a Wife, Mother, Sister, Aunt and Friend but she will never be forgotten. Love Esmeralda

Posted by Esmeralda Perez/Clements

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