Arlene J. Grabill

Arlene Joyce (Rasey) Grabill, age 70 of Newaygo, passed away August 31, 2009 after a long illness at St. Mary’s Hospital in Grand Rapids. Arlene was born on December 1, 1938 in Fremont to Franklin H. and Henrietta (Beek) Rasey and married Carl Grabill on February 10, 1955 in Fremont. Carl preceded her in death on March 11, 2003. Arlene had been a lifelong resident of Newaygo County and served as the Garfield Township clerk since 1986. She was a member of the Fremont United Methodist Church and Michigan Audubon Society.

She is survived by two sons, Terry Grabill of Newaygo and Michael (Shirley) Grabill of Fremont; 5 grandchildren, Trevor Grabill, of Mt. Pleasant, Caitlin, Dusty and Jacob Grabill of Newaygo; Kelsey Grabill of Newaygo and one sister, Shirley (Rasey) Hooker of Fremont.

Funeral services will be held on Sunday, September 13, 2009 at 3:00pm at the Fremont United Methodist Church with the Rev. Carolin Spragg presiding. There will be a visitation with the family on Saturday, September 12, 2009 from 6:00 to 8:00pm at the Fremont United Methodist Church. Friends may consider the Michigan Audubon Society for memorial contributions. Friends may also send a condolence or share a memory with the Grabill family at www.crandellfh.com.

To the Families of Arlene Grabill:

We knew Arlene had suffered for so long, but hearing of her death was still a shock. We are very sorry about your loss but Arlene is now with Carl and they are in a wonderful place. Henrietta was a dear friend. I know she was waiting for Arlene. Shirley, I know you will miss your sister just as I have missed mine. No one can take their places.

With love and prayers,

Arnold and Mildred Woodring

Dear Shirley and families,

I'm so sorry to hear of Arlene's passing. I have fond memories of her from
our "childhood".

I hope God with be with you during your time of sorrow.

Jerry Woodring

Your in our thoughts and prayers..... Arlene was one of the good ones. She will be missed...Sincerely Ninajo and Jimmy Wallace.

Terry,

So sorry to hear about your Mom. She is a wonderful person and will be truly missed by many. Thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

Rene’ Schmelling

We are so sorry to hear about your mom. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time.

Just know that God is with you at all times especially when you are going through the passing of a parent.

Jessica, Breanna, & Craig

To the Family of Arlene Grabill,

Our prayers are with all of you as you are suffering the loss of your mom/grandma. Our visits with Arlene at voting times will always be remembered, and not seeing her at the township hall will be a loss. May the Lord Bless You and Keep You.

Ron and Gail Graeser

To the Family of Arlene Grabill:

Arlene will always be in our memories, she will be missed by all who loved her and thought highly of her. We will always remember the way she made us laugh, the wisdom she imparted and the stories she told. She will be deeply missed.

Her family is in our throughts and prayers.

Charlie & Lois Benham