Obituary: Marian C. Sood

Marian C. Sood
April 2, 1953 to Nov. 19, 2019

Marian C. Sood, age 66, of Stockbridge, MI passed away on November 19, 2019 at Stockbridge Country Care. She was born April 2, 1953 in Detroit, MI the daughter of Herbert and Gertrude (Albrecht) Sood.

Marian graduated from the University of Michigan with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree, and she later worked as a Production Artist. She was one of the first Production Specialists involved in computer design, layout and publishing, and was at the forefront of the profession as it transitioned to computer design. She specialized in  publishing technical manuals for various companies. The three main jobs she had during her career were at XMCO in Warren, at Roush Industries in Auburn Hills, and Detroit Art Services in Troy.

She also had a passion for fine art. She was accomplished in the use of watercolor and pastels, and also used oils on her canvases. She also enjoyed cooking and and her various dogs, especially her beloved dog, Casie.

Marian is survived by two brothers, Richard (Michele Deron) Sood of Washington, and David (Shannon) Sood of Stockbridge, MI; also nieces and nephews, Tiffany (John) Leen, Tyler Sood, and Nevaeh Sood. She was preceded in death by her parents.

A Graveside Service will be held at White Chapel Memorial Park Cemetery in Troy, MI at a later date. Those wishing to make a memorial contribution in Marian’s name may do so to an animal shelter of one’s choice. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.