Jean Slocum's Obituary
Jean Slocum, age 86, of Mecosta, passed away at home surrounded by family, Saturday, June 28, 2014. Cremation will take place with no services to follow.
Jean was born January 8, 1929 to Stanley and Marguerite Hosler (Marsh). She thoroughly enjoyed working in her yard, and was not known to take many breaks from her work. Jean was a very independent woman who always said just what was on her mind. She spent a lot of time babysitting her grandchildren and enjoyed every moment of it. Helping others when she could and going to the casino also brought great joy to her life.
Left to cherish her memory are children, Larry (Jeanne), Lenny (Gina), Lee (Linda), Layne (Kathy), Lynda, Luanna, Lonna (Steve), and Lanette (Jack); twin brother, Jack; sister, Joanne; 22 grandchildren and 30 great-grandchildren.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents; siblings, June, Joyce, and Von; Granddaughter, Kristina, and son-in-law, Rob.
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