Jill Marie Pence's Obituary
Jill Marie Pence, age 65, of Big Rapids, passed away peacefully on Friday, June 6, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Jill was born and raised in Big Rapids, the daughter of Wellesley “Tuff” and Frances (Parkhurst) Snider. A proud 1978 graduate of Big Rapids High School, Jill spent her life deeply rooted in the community she loved.
She dedicated many years to her career in retail management at J.C. Penney, where her leadership and kindness left a lasting impression on colleagues and customers alike. Later, she played an instrumental role in running the Allen Chiropractic office for 25 years, sharing her organizational talents and passion for helping others.
Jill had a deep appreciation for the simple pleasures in life. She was an avid birdwatcher and loved spending quiet days fishing. One of her favorite places was Drummond Island, where she found peace in nature and joy in time spent with those she cherished most.
More than anything, Jill’s greatest happiness came from being surrounded by her family. She is survived by her devoted life companion of 32 years, Dr. David Allen; her children, Mark (Melissa) Morningstar, Alex (Neil) Ososki, and Danielle (Anthony) Vu, all of Big Rapids; grandchildren, Hunter Montague and Easton Ososki; her brother, Mike (Nancy) Snider of Paris; several nieces and nephews; and many many friends. She was preceded in death by her parents.
A celebration of Jill’s life will be held at a later date. Share a memory or express condolences at mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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