Obituary: Marlene Onnalee Ramsdell

Marlene Onnalee Ramsdell, age 75, of Stockbridge, MI, passed away suddenly at her son’s home in Holly, MI on August 15, 2020. She is survived by her loving husband of 53 years, Ed Ramsdell; their daughter, Shelly Bumpus (Matthew Bowler), and son, Scott (Danielle) Ramsdell; two grandsons, Alec (Brittani) Bumpus, and Ian (Jasmine) Bumpus; two great-grandchildren, Haley and Logan Bumpus; sister, Melanie (Kevin) Snider, brother, LeRoy (Jeanette) West, brother, Larry West, sister-in-law, Ethel Walling, brother-in-law, Richard (Maryellen) Ramsdell; so many nieces and nephews; her dear friend, Jean Weathers; and her little dog, Lilly. Marlene was preceded in death by her parents, Lewis and Marguerite (West) Haines. Marlene was born in Jackson, MI on September 21, 1944, and moved to Stockbridge at the age of 16. She went on to earn her nursing degree and was involved in the early open heart surgeries at University of Michigan Hospital in the mid 1960s. Marlene was the owner of Shelly’s Flowers and Gifts, where she satisfied her love for flowers. She thoroughly enjoyed quilting, gardening, cooking, and most of all spending time with her family—especially at their cabin in Northern Michigan. She was the most caring and loving soul with the biggest heart, and she will be missed so much by so many. The holidays will never be the same. She always made sure our tummies were full of her delicious food made with much love. At her request, cremation has taken place and there will be no services. Please join Marlene’s family in celebrating her wonderful life from this day forward. Expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Heart Association of Michigan. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.