"To the family of Mary Ann~ I was grieved to hear of Mary Ann's passing as I returned from vacationing in Tucson. Mary Ann was a remarkable woman with whom I was fortunate to interact expecially during our younger years as parents and community participants. She was such a delight with a great sense of humor, intelligence and generosity. I was always impressed with her dedication to the care of her mother while at the same time raising a large family. I will truly miss her and am thankful she was in my life when we mothers all needed each other's support. With sympathy for your family and blessings as you grieve, Pat"
In loving memory of
MARY ANN JEEVES
April 5, 1934 - April 18, 2010
Mary Ann Jeeves, age 76, of Marquette, Michigan, died Sunday, April 18th, 2010 at Marquette General Hospital. Mrs. Jeeves was born on April 5th, 1934 in Del Ray, Michigan, daughter of Felix and Elizabeth (Gasiorek) Kempa. She was a graduate of Our Lady of Lourdes High School and Michigan State University with her Masters degree in Education.
Mary Ann was employed both as a school teacher in Allen Park, Michigan and as a substitute teacher in Marquette, Michigan and as the Assistant Store Manager of B. Dalton Bookseller at the Westwood Mall in Marquette, Michigan. She also was a soloist in St. Michaels Catholic Church choir for over 45 years, and a member of the Womens Club and Altar Society and was a member of Marquette Community Theatre over the years.
In her spare time she loved to laugh and visit with her family and friends, to sing, perform in musicals, watch movies, play cards, watch Tigers Baseball games and Red Wing and Electrician Hockey games, read books, go to the casino, go for walks, and to feed and care for people.
Mary Ann is survived by her husband, Bill Jeeves of Marquette, MI; her son Rich (Jennifer) Jeeves of Marquette, MI; her daughters Kathy (Ray) Refice of Flint, MI, Lisa (Bobby) Stewart of Plano, TX, and Annie Jeeves of Los Angeles, CA; daughter-in-law Carol Antcliff of Spokane, WA; her mother-in-law Winifred Lee Jeeves of Santa Margarita, CA; sister-in-law Judith (Conrad) Touhey of Mission Viejo, CA; brother-in-law Jerome Jeeves of Fontana, CA; aunt Antoinette Boutt of Allen Park, MI; cousin Susie Wardrop of River Rouge, MI; cousin Donald Gasiorek of Novi, MI; cousin Joni Greco of Orangeburg, NY and Evelyn Boettger of Dearborn, MI; and grandchildren Ricky, Joey and Amanda Jeeves, Lissa, Lauren and G Refice, Matthew, Margaret Ann, Madeline and Tyler Antcliff, Rhys, Quinn, Audra and Gage Stewart as well as many more cousins. She was preceded in death by both of her parents, Felix and Elizabeth Kempa, her son Christopher Kempa Jeeves, her father-in-law William R. Jeeves, her uncle Francis Boutt, her aunts Josephine Gasiorek and Helen Ramm, and cousin Paul Boult.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, April 24th at 12pm in the St. Michaels Catholic Church with the Reverend Larry Van Damme officiating, and a reception will directly follow the mass. Friends may call at the church beginning at 10:30am Saturday until the time of the mass.
Pallbearers will be Rich Jeeves, Ray Refice, Bobby Stewart, Ricky Jeeves, Joey Jeeves, G Refice, Ray Peterson, Glen Nottle, Matthew Antcliff, Rhys Stewart, Quinn Stewart and Gage Stewart.
Beloved daughter, wife, mother, sister, mother-in-law, grandmother, aunt, niece, cousin and friend to so very many, she shared with us her amazing legacy of generosity of spirit, strength of will and pure shining love. Please come join us on this day to celebrate her life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials are preferred to the St. Michael Church Memorial Fund, 401 W. Kaye Ave., Marquette, MI 49855 or in form of masses.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family with arrangements.
Tributes
"Dear Uncle Ricky and Cousins, Aunt Mary Ann was one of the kindest people I'd ever known. I'd never heard her speak ill about anyone. I remember Auntie "M.A." laughing so hard she'd get tears in her eyes and have to wipe her nose with Kleenex! Auntie Mary Ann practiced "random acts of kindnesses" throughout her life and touched the lives of others wherever she went. I love her. She is missed. I'm so sorry for your loss. Love, Tavia"
"Peace be with you."
"To my sweet, amazing, courageous Momsicles None are more blessed then we have been, having been raised by the incredible loving force of nature that you are. With thoughtful action and loving determination you shaped clearly the women and men my siblings and I would become in each and every one of the days we were gifted to have you. I know you are up there enjoying your favoritescheesecake and lobster, dancing from cloud to cloud, and that heaven is ringing with your infectious joyous laughter and the beauty of your song. Love your Little Red Caboose"
"Dearest Annie, May you always walk with the memory of your mother close to your heart... As I have come to know you, I can only imagine what a shining and spirited soul she was for you, your family & the community that loved her. May her light bless you & guide you all the days of your life. Thinking of you & your family,"
"Dear Bill and Family, We are both saddened to learn of Mary Ann's Death. She was always a "trooper" and hysterically funny in our memory. We loved her portrayals as Mrs Feziwig in Scrooge. She had a wonderful voice and was always helpful to fellow musicians and soloists. She will be sorely missed by all."
"Jeeves Family, Please know that our thoughts are with all of you at this difficult time. May the memories you have help you through the difficult times. Knowing you have such a wonderful Guardian Angel will allow your broken hearts to heal with time. Please take care."
"Dear Family, I am so sorry for your loss of your dear Mary Ann, loving wife, mother, and grandma. She was proud of those titles, too! I took care of her many times in her long and arduous hospital stay. She had to be a special lady because she had such a special family. Bill, your devotion knew no bounds. You were her advocate; her guardian, her knight. Kathy and Annie, I knew you best and you were both tireless champions for the best of care for your Mom; you were her voice. I dont believe Ive ever had a patient with a more concerned or involved family. I think that speaks volumes about the kind of person she was. While nothing will replace the empty space that she leaves behind, I hope you will all take comfort in the fact that she doesnt hurt any more. And of equal importance; she knew she was loved and she was surrounded by many, many people who cared about her. That is a great gift in this life. Rest with God, Mary Ann; you deserve it."
"I send my deepest condolences. My heart sends you love on this day and I pray that you may find understanding, strength and peace within your hearts. Again, I send a lot of love to you all."
"Bill & Family Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this very dificult time. May Anne was a wonderful friend to my Mother, Ethel Dawson. Mary Anne would come over and sit with Mom and they became very close friends. When Mom moved away, she said she felt an emptiness without Mary Anne's presence. We will miis you Mary Anne, and we will always appreciate your unending kindness."
"Annie, Bill and Family I am sorry for your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers in this time of sorrow."
"I am so sorry to hear that Mary Ann has passed away. There was never a dull moment when working with her at B Dalton, and of course she always had lots of stories to tell all of us. She was a very special person!"
"Dear Annie and Family...I am so sorry for your loss and sending you love and sympathy from me and my family. May all the loving memories of your Mom keep a smile on your face, a special place in your heart and strength to help you through this difficult time. You're in my thoughts and prayers."
"Bill and Family, May you take comfort in knowing there is now an angel watching over you during this difficult time and beyond..."
"Dearest Bill, Kathy and the entire Jeeves Family, We are so blessed to have known your wife and mother Mary Ann. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time of loss. God keep you and bless you and may his light shine upon you as it did upon our beloved Mary Ann. Geoff and Carole"
"To Mary Ann's loved ones, May you find some measure of peace and healing in the release of her struggle. She was blessed by all of your diligence, work and care on her behalf. No one could expect more. Our hearts and thoughts go with you."
"Dear Anne, Mr.Jeeves & family, I am so sorry to hear about the passing of your mother.Although I have not been connected to Anne since High School, I would see Mrs.Jeeves at B. Dalton every once in awhile. She always remembered me. And I her. Mrs. Jeeves was a very special woman to me growing up. She was my friends mother and like a second mom to me.May the Lord welcome her into his arms and heart as she did him.Please accept my condolences as I will not be able to make the service on Saturday.You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Billi Jo (Perry)Lehtomaki"
"Annie & family - this has been a long road for you all with many ups and downs. At the end of that road was peace. You are loved by all who know you and admired for your strength through the past several months. Reflect on the happy times and memories...Time heals. Much love."
"Rich and family, My deepest sympathy on the passing of your mother. May your many memories be a comfort to you all in the days to come. Heather Beard"
"My prayers go out to the family of Mary Ann, I was the Manager at The UPS Store for 2 years and Loved it when Mary Ann would come in, She always had a smile that would like up the room. I'll miss her, but will always remember her smile."
"My prayers go out to the family of Mary Ann, I was the Manager at The UPS Store for 2 years and Loved it when Mary Ann would come in, She always had a smile that would light up the room. I'll miss her, but will always remember her smile."
"Dear Rich, Jen, Rickie, Joe and Amanda. We didn't know your parents Rich, but we know the heartache of losing loved ones. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Lorraine and Rick"
"Mary Ann Jeeves biggest and most amazing accomplishment is the family that she raised and guided. I am blessed to know and love one Jeeves personally and will remain vigilant in keeping her in check and on the right path. As well as a loving and true friend. Thank you for this gift that you blessed me with. Annie will always be in good hands with us girls here watching over her. Lots of love on your next journey."
"Bill,and everyone in the Family, I don't know what to say, except I loved her a lot. She was a very special person to me, and there is now a hole in all of our lives. I will always have the memories of her that will stay with me forever. I wish I had adequate words of comfort for all of you, but I know you will go on, because She would want us to, She was a very strong lady. Love, Di"
"Bill,Rich,Cathy,Lisa,Annie and your respective families; Please know we share in your loss and sadness.Glenn and I truely loved Mary Ann. She was quite a woman and never failed to make us laugh. Please celebrate her memory and know that she and Chris are watching over you all. with very deepest and sincere symapthy, Glenn and Mary Koskela"
"Dear Friends, I was so sorry to hear of Mary Ann's passing. I have so many fond memories of hockey games with Joey's grandma and grandpa faithfully planted in the bleachers! I always thought they were a cute couple!! I know you have many wonderful memories and that your awesome family will share stories together. I'm glad that Rob can be a part of the services and wish, so much, that I could be there too. Get a big hug from him for me...much love,, Berta E."
"Lisa,Bill,and family- Please know I am thinking of you during this difficult time. I have many memories of Mrs. Jeeves throughout the years,both as Lisa's friend and a member of St. Michaels. I always got a big hello from her and Mr. Jeeves when I entered and left. My thoughts and prayers are with you all."
"Dear Kathy and the Jeeves Family- So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Its not easy losing a parent. She was a very nice lady and always had a smile on her face. May her memory live on in your hearts forever. You have an angel watching over you, she'll be the shining star in the sky. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. With deepest sympathies."
"Love you Lisa - prayers are going up for you and your family...."
"Lisa and family, sorry to hear of your loss, all my prayers are with you and your family at this time.... Kris Hume McCollum"
"Annie, I know this is a difficult time for you and the family, my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm so blessed that she allowed me to connect with her. What an amazing Angel you all have watching over you! May each of your hearts be comforted by the same love and light that she now knows. InJoy, Kel~"
"My deepest sympathy to Mary Ann's family. I knew her through years of seeing her at the bookstore and she always made everyone feel as though she was happy to see them."
"Words cannot express to you the emotion and feelings I have at this time. I do understand your loss. And I am truely overwhelmed. I am so honored to have known, and performed with(Mom)Mary Ann. I'm also one of those special ones that she "fed and cared for" several times! She was indeed a special lady - Many fond memories of the house on Front St, backstage at Kaufman and fun times in the Choir Loft at St Peter. I saw her may tiems over the years and she kept me up to date on what the family was doing - She was so proud of all of you. Kathy Rich and Annie please no I am thinking of you and my prayers are with all of you and your Dad She will be missed And surely a star is shinning brighter then ever God Bless All my Best Very Sincerely"
"Beloved Mary Ann, It was such a delight and pleasure to meet you, to get to know you and to be blessed by your insistence that my Dad visit you when passing through town. You live on in your daughter, Annie's spirit. She is a spitfire and that is completely your doing. With love, Laura"
"To the best mom and Gagga in the whole world. Your generous and loving ways will live on in all of us and if we can be half the person you were, we will be happy. We will miss you forever, but you will always be close to us and live in our hearts. Thanks for all your love, guidance, and strength. It is a privilege to be your daughter, son-in-law, and grandchildren. We love you!! xxxoooo Kathy, Ray, Liss, Lauren and G."
"Rich, I'm sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this time. God Bless you and your family."
"Annie and family, So sorry to hear about the passing of Mary Ann. Annie, I know all too well how tough it is to lose your mom. Have peace that she is not suffering anymore and have peace knowing that u did everything in your power to help her. I am sure she was so proud to have such a wonderful and sweet daughter. My thoughts and prayers are with you all. And you know Ashby is thinking of u too as she loves her Annie...of course Keith, Tyler and Carson as well! Sincerely, Nancy O'Dell"
"Condolences to the Jeeves family on the loss of a loved one. It grieved me and members of our family to watch her debilitating illness. She brought joy and happiness to our family among many others during past happier days and will be sorely missed. Our prayers are for her and the Jeeves family."
"Rich & all the family so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Steve & I will keep each & everyone of you's in our prays & god bless."
"Lisa, I am so sorry for you and your family. It is never easy to loose a parent. My thought and prayers are with you. I will be thinking of you on Saturday Chris"
"To the entire Jeeves family, but especially to Bill and my dear friend Annie--I send you my best wishes and encourage you to remember all of the great things that Mary was to all of you and to the the Marquette community. She will be missed and remembered fondly. Jeff Gagnon"
"Dear Rich and Jeeves Family, So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing. It is hard to lose a parent. Mary Ann was such a joy to be around and she always had a smile to share. Thinking of you and remembering all the nice visits at our Salon. Love, Anne Erspamer"
"So sorry to read of Mary Ann's passing. I worked at the Westwood Mall for a few years and got to know Mary Ann very well. She always had a pleasant smile, and pleasant word for me. I'll miss her, and consider myself a better person for having known her."
"Lisa & Family, Although I have not seen you since our "Casa" days I wanted to send my condolences. Your Mom's smile was always a bright star when ever I bumped into her on visits back to Mqt. She was a wonderful person to run into & she will be missed. All my best to your family."
"I was so sorry to learn of your loss. I have many fond memories of growing up just down Crescent Street from your family home. Your mom always made it a very welcome place for all the neighborhood kids. My prayers and blessings go out to you in this time."
"My thoughts and prayers are with Annie and the whole family during this difficult time. Annie we send our love from Los Angeles and miss you in your absence."
"To Annie and the Jeeves, I am sorry to hear of your loss, and though I have not met Mary Ann, from what I have heard and read about her, I am grateful that she served as a role model to the Michigan community, and that her spirit has touched many of us - her sense of humor, sociability, commitment, generosity and graciousness are intact in Annie and your family. Very best wishes."
"Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family right now. Bill & Davis"
"Lisa, although I did not know your Mom, I am sure that she was a wonderful person and holds a very special place in your heart. I am so sorry for your loss, as I know how hard it is. I have lost both of my parents and I think that they take a little piece of us with them when they go and we keep a bit of them tucked away in our hearts for those days when we really miss them! I'll be thinking of you on Saturday. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Take care Tricia LaFave-Guidebeck"