Stratton, Maria Giovanna (Filippis)

 

Maria Giovanna (Filippis) Stratton, age 90 of Lakeview, formerly of Fremont, a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend, passed away peacefully on February 16, 2008 in Lakeview, Michigan.  Maria was born on December 2, 1917 in Conflenti, Italy to Nicola and Caterina (Paolo) Filippis and came to the United States as a teenager from Italy where she made her home in Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan.  She met and later married Edward Stratton on December 6, 1941 in Sault Ste. Marie and  Ed preceded her in death after 54 years of marriage.  After Ed’s duty of service to the United States Army, Marie and Ed moved to Fremont where they raised their family.  Marie’s passion in life revolved around her family and her wonderful network of friends.  She was a member of the All Saints Catholic Church in Fremont and had been a member of the All Saints Catholic Church Altar Society.  Marie enjoyed knitting, embroidery, playing cards, visiting with friends on the telephone and shopping. 

 

She is survived by her two daughters, Diana (Gordon) Humm of Lakeview, Michigan; Judy (Jerry) Nadeau-Zerr of Wenatchee, Washington; her grandchildren, Lisa (Joseph) Plowman; Krista (Jerrod) Klein; Laura (Robert) Giovanini; Nicola Nadeau; Noel Nadeau; step grandchild, Deonna (Kenton) Richardson; great grandchildren, Justin Klein; Carson Klein; Joseph Plowman; Jessica Plowman; Trey Giovanini; Michael Giovanini; Kaleb Richardson; half sisters, Grace Kester;  Margaret Bernard; half sister-in-law, Sophie (Jim) Becklin; step brother, Sal (Chris) Graziani; many, many nieces, nephews in the United States, Canada and Australia. 

 

Marie was preceded in death by her parents, Caterina Filippis, Jennie (Graziani) Filippis, Nicola and Angeline Filippis; her husband, Ed; her son-in-law, Joseph Paul; her brother and sister-in-law, Antonio and Mary Filippis; her sister and brother-in-law, Caterina (Filippis) and Vincenzo Roperti; step sister and step brother-in-law, Dante and Pauline Maggatti; step sister and step brother-in-law, Rose and Stanley Proffitt; brothers-in-law, Fred Kester and John Bernard.

 

VISITATION : Monday 4-6:30pm at Crandell Funeral Home – Fremont Chapel.   ROSARY SERVICES : Monday at 6:30pm at the funeral home.  FUNERAL MASS SERVICES : Tuesday at 11am at the All Saints Catholic Church in Fremont.  INTERMENT : Maple Grove Cemetery.  MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS : Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation or the American Kidney Foundation.  Friends may send a condolence or share a memory online with the Stratton Family at www.crandellfh.com. 

 

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Dear Judy and Dianna and families;
 
I know you know, Judy, that all of your FHS-64 friends know of your rushed trip to Fremont and we have been thinking of you (and Dianna) all during this sad time.  I shared tonight with "the girls" that I remember your mom coming over to my house when I got married, to make Italian meatballs.  Elaine got her to do that because (as would be the case with any good Italian cook), she didn't want to share the secret recipe, but she would gladly make all 300 in my mom's kitchen!  What a lady.  I remember her well.  I am thinking of you tonight and will keep you in my prayers as you lay her gently to rest. 
 
My deepest sympathy to you and your family.
 
Love, Karen

Posted 2/17/08

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Judy and Family,
 
I am so sorry to hear about your mother. My condolences and prayers are with you during your loss.
 
God Bless,
Carolynn Favreau
Kirksville MO

Posted 2/17/08

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Dear Judy and to all your family

Bless you at this time in your memories and stories of thanksgiving 
for your wonderful mother and know that we pray for your courage and 
strength in your sadness.

Love Shelley (McCormick) and Brede Westby and Evelyn McCormick

Posted 2/17/08

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Dear Judy,Diana and family,
You are in my thoughts and prayers and I am so sorry for your loss.  Though I didn't know your mother I know that she will be dearly missed.
Love,
Lauri Latack

Posted 2/17/08

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Dear Diana, Judy and families,
   Your mother was such a pretty lady.  Always so "spiffy" and her house spotless.  Yes, she surely did enjoy her friends, phone, shopping, and family.  She was such a good neighbor and had the cleanest whites that I've ever seen! 
   My thoughts and prayers are with you during this time. 
   Ginny Burns Mansfield

Posted 2/18/08

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Diana, Judy and family,
 
I am so sorry to hear about your mother.  She was such a sweet person.  Just wanted you to know you are in my thoughts and prayers.
 
Love,

Cousin Bev (Grand Rapids)

Posted 2/18/08

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Dear Laura, Bobby, Try, Michael, Mr. & Mrs. Humm and entire family-

 

Grandma Stratton was such a gift to this world.  She forever has touched our lives personally.  Her ZEST for life and love for her family were so admired.   We pray that God’s Grace blesses each of you with peace and strength.  We are celebrating her amazing life and all that she gave to all of us.  Please know we are sending lots of love and kisses and praying for peace and strength for each of you!

 

Much love always,

Craig and Sabrina Jensen (girls too)

Posted 2/18/08

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Dear Judy, Diana and Families,

I had the privilege of knowing both of your parents for a very long time.  (that's cause I'm old!)

Marie was a very special person and was loved greatly by all that knew her.  Kindness (and neatness) were her middle name.

You will miss her - but she is with your Dad now.  Cherish all the great memories.

Love,

Judie

Posted 2/18/08

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Dear Juddles and family;
 
My deepest sympathy in the passing of Marie.  She was such a lovely lady and I know you will miss her dearly.  We all can only wish to live as long and as fullly.
 
love and hugs...................Patricia

Posted 2/18/08

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Dianna & Judy,

 
We will always remember Marie for her "open door."   The coffee pot was forever ready!  She was so immaculate and never turned anyone away even if you had muddy feet as our kids often did!
 
Love Linda and Gordon Oosterhouse 

Posted 2/19/08

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Judy and Family-
On behalf of the George and Harriet McCann family (old neighbors and friends) I would like to extend our sympathy at the loss of your mother.  She was such a sweet lady with a wonderful smile and laughter.  I remember that she was such a good friend of Aunt Margaret (McCann) Reineke.   Blessings to you and yours.
 
Gail (McCann) Warnement

Posted 2/19/08

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Dear Diana, Judy and family,
I am sorry I did not get the message in time to see you at Crandells. It was such a pleasure knowing you Mom and Dad. I will always remember the chats we would have with my "Delivery service".
Love and Prayers to you all.  Jeanette Locke

Posted 2/19/08

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Our family was saddened by the death of Marie.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
 
Jackie Hoyt and Family

Posted 2/24/08

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