"Dear Barb, You've been such a support to your mom and dad during these years. May God support you during this time of sorrow. Mary Ann"
In loving memory of
MARIAN ELLEN FLEURY
December 28, 1915 - April 19, 2010
Marian Ellen Fleury, 94, of Marquette, died Monday afternoon, at Marquette General Hospital.
She was born December 28, 1915, in Royal Oak, Michigan, a daughter of the late Fred and Charlotte (Hammond) Swanson.
Marion attended St. Peter Cathedral and St. Mary's Catholic Church in Big Bay. She was a former member of Marquette Golf & Country Club and Riverview Golf & Country Club in Brownsville, Texas. She served as a volunteer at Marquette General Hospital and at a hospital in Brownsville. Marion enjoyed antiques.
She is survived by five children, Margaret Lukas of Brookfield, WI, Sr. Barbara Fleury C.S.J. of Marquette, Emerson (Linda) Fleury of Big Bay, Fred Fleury M.D. of Springfield, IL and Peter J. Fleury of Manteca, CA; sisters, Agnes TenEyck of Big Bay, Hazel Blankenfeld of Alamogordo, NM and Betty Haupt of Las Vegas, NV; 9 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren; and numerous nieces & nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband, A. Emerson Fleury; parents; 3 brothers and 3 sisters.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, April 23, 2010 at 2 p.m. in St. Peter Cathedral with Rev. Michael Steber officiating. Visitation will be held in the Bishop's Room of the church for one hour prior to the mass. Entombment will be in Holy Cross Cemetery.
The Canale-Tonella Funeral Home is assisting the family.
Tributes
"Barbara, may God give you strength and comfort in this time of loss. My prayers are with you and the family. Sr.Monica Kleffner, CSJ"
"Glen, Sally Johnson (Marquette and Tucson, AZ) and their daughter, Jen Carano-Cole, Sacramento, CA, send their deepest condolences to the family. Although we cannot be present on Friday, we will keep you in our prayers."
"To all of Marian's Family: May the thought of knowing that friends share in you sadness be of comfort to all of you. With sympathy."
"Dear Peter, Fred, Emmie, Barb, and Margaret, We are so sorry to hear that your Mom has died. It's so hard to lose a parent. Sad to see the oldest generation passing. Your Mom was always a good friend to us and a best friend to my Mom, Grace. We will never forget her and the many acts of kindness that she showed to our family. With love and prayers, Mary and Wally"
"Dear S.Barbara and family, You've given such tender, loving care to your mother these past years since your father's death. Be assured of my prayerful support as you celebrate the funeral Mass for your mother tomorrow, and in the weeks ahead as you feel the void of her earthly presence. God be with you. With love, S. Bonnie Murray, CSJ"
"Dear Barb, Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Now your dear Mom will take care of you in ways you can't even imagine. Take care and if there is anything I can do, please call any time. With love and sympathy Pat Giljum, csj"
"To the Fleury family, please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. We are sorry for your loss."
"Grandma Fleury...God bless you. We love you. Suzanne, Sean, Travis & Louis"
"Barb and Family, I am sorry for the loss of your dear mother. I am sure that she was ready to return to her God. I am glad that you could be with her. With Sympathy, S. Phyllis"
"Rest in peace Grandma Fleury ~ Michelle & Sean"
"Miss you Granma. Love Rich Jr"
"Suzanne, Although it's been many years since we've seen each other I still think of you often. Sorry to hear about yur grandmother. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Vicki (Pelto) Raatz"
"Emmy & Linda we are so sorry for your loss. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Cheryl, Jim & Robert"
"Aggie and families: My sincerest expression of sympathy in the loss of your mother, sister, grandmother and greatgrandmother. Jane Campbell Daytona Beach, FL"