Pauline Yvonne Aven

1931 - 2010

Pauline Yvonne Aven obituary, 1931-2010

BORN

1931

DIED

2010

FUNERAL HOME

Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes

1730 East Grand River Ave

East Lansing, Michigan

Pauline Aven Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Mar. 12, 2010.

Born February 8, 1931 on a farm in LeRoy, MI to Harry and Mary Werner; Pauline Yvonne Aven passed away on Thursday, March 11, 2010 at the age of 79. She retired from the State of Michigan after 30+ years of service. An avid and accomplished quilter, she left hand-crafted heirlooms for each of her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Pauline was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Karl. Both Karl & Pauline were charter and life-long members of University Lutheran Church. She is survived by her three sons, Richard of New York, NY, Dennis (Tracy) of DeWitt, and Doug (Cindy) of Haslett; her three granddaughters, Stephanie (Scott) Kazmierski of Walled Lake, Lindsay (Justin) Kobolt of Kansas City, MO, and Amanda Aven of Haslett; step-grandsons, Kyle and Tyler Armour of DeWitt; two great-grandsons, Jackson Kazmierski & Carson Kobolt; brother Forrest (Lee) Werner of LeRoy, MI; sisters, Katherine (Bill) Zurakowski of East Detroit, and Fran (Donald) Alquire of Raleigh, NC. The family will receive friends Sunday, March 14, 2010 from 2-4 & 6-8 PM at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 E. Grand River Ave., East Lansing. A memorial service will be held at University Lutheran Church, 1020 S. Harrison Rd, East Lansing, MI 48823, Monday, March 15, at 11:00 AM. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to University Lutheran Church, or Hospice of Lansing, 4052 Legacy Parkway, Suite 200, Lansing, MI 48911 in memory of Pauline. Online condolences may be made at www.gorslineruncimaneastlansing.com

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March 15, 2010

Jim Huff

I worked with Pauline in the early 70's at the Operations center and what a great woman to work with. Will miss her greatly..

March 14, 2010

George & Joann Groll

Doug, Dennis, and families; You have our deepest sympathy in the loss of your mother. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

March 14, 2010

Paul Teszlewicz

Denny and family, sorry to hear about your mom passing away. I know you said she had been sick. Now she joins your dad and I am sure she is very happy. Take care and remember all the good times...

March 13, 2010

June Lewis

I worked with Pauline at Michigan State Police and she was the nicest lady. She always had a smile and treated me so kindly. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

March 13, 2010

Denny, Doug and Families

Jo and I are so sorry to learn of the passing of your Mom. She sounded like a wonderful person. It is never easy, but with time, it will become easier to accept. She really is in a better place and will continue to watch over you and yours, until you join her.

God bless

John and Jo Benson
Waynesville, NC

March 13, 2010

David Willard

Doug and Dennis and family
Please except our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your mother. It is always difficult to lose someone so close. May you be blessed with good memories of her. Dave and Linda Willard

March 13, 2010

Carol Bush

I am so sorry to read of Pauline's death. I worked with her many years ago when she was with MSP Purchasing in the Business Administration Division. She always had a great sense of humor and was a wonderful woman to work with. May your memories comfort you at this time of loss.
Sincerely,
Carol Bush (nee Janetzke)

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