Elizabeth Leecie Sinn

Resided in Rapid River, MI
Died December 14, 2017

Elizabeth Leecie Sinn, age 82, passed away Thursday morning, December 14, 2017, at her home in Rapid River surrounded by her family.

Betty was born September 26, 1935, in Perry, MI, the daughter of Everett and Jean (Leggett) Hawthorne. She was raised in Perry and was a 1953 graduate of Perry High School. Following graduation, Betty worked various jobs before acquiring a position at General Motors Company where she worked her way up from the GM assembly line to the computer programming department. Betty worked and raised her family in Morrice, MI until 1970, at which time, she moved to Lansing where she resided until her retirement in 1994. Upon retirement, Betty and her loving companion of 38 years, Richard Kniffen, relocated to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan, where the couple resided on Ogontz Bay ever since. Betty held and exceptional love for fishing. When it came to fishing blue gill, she was often the first on in the boat. In addition, she loved spending time outdoors hunting and gardening. She also enjoyed solving crossword puzzles and quilting.

In addition to her companion, Richard Kniffen, Betty is survived by:
Sons: Everett (Michelle) Bates, Frank (Lori) Sinn and Richard Sinn
Daughter: Jodette Pitts
Sister: Barbara Jean Shirley
Special Step Son: Scott (Carlene) Kniffen Special Step Daughter: Kim (Scott) Crawford Also listed among the surviving family are Betty’s grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces, nephews, cousins and her entire extended family, near and far, that she loved so dearly.

Betty’s parents, Everett and Jean, and her sister Margaret Jean Defrenn, preceded her in death.

Betty’s family will receive friends on Tuesday, from 11:30AM to 1:30PM, at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone. Funeral services will follow visiting hours, at 1:30PM on Tuesday, at the Skradski Funeral Home in Gladstone, with Rev. Fr. Brian Gerber officiating. Betty will be laid to rest in the Cooks Cemetery in the spring. The Skradski Family Funeral Homes of Delta County are assisting with arrangements.

11 Tributes for “Elizabeth Leecie Sinn

    Rest In Peace Betty, I am down state for the holidays, sadly, I will not be able to attend the service. My thoughts and prayers go out to the family.

    Jim, Jody,Frankie & Rick, I’m so very sorry for your loss. I have lots of fond memories of your Mother. I hope you all find peace and comfort from each other. Sending you all lots of hugs & prayers. Your cousin Beth

    Many memories of good times with our little ones! Betty was a great sister in law and a great cook! She taught me how to make or bake a few things! Our kids were good friends and cousins! Rest in Peace dear Betty

    Many memories of good times with our little ones! Betty was a great sister in law and a good cook! She taught me how to make or bake a few things! Our kids were good friends and cousins! Rest in Peace dear Betty

    Everytime someone says my name you are always in the back of my mind. I have some good memories with you that I will always remember. I still have that big brown teddy bear you gave me when I was little. My son now plays with it and takes it to bed with him. Time has gone by so quickly and not enough time was spent with you but I am glad I got to see you at Uncle Rick’s when I did. Rest in Peace Grandma.

    Prayers for the ENTIRE Sinn-Kniffen family! Hugs to Uncle Dick! My heart really goes out to all if you, we will keep you in our prayers

    So sorry for the loss of your mother. I know you will miss her, but know she is reunited with many of her loved ones.

    So sorry for your loss. She must have been an awesome mother. Your family really loved you Betty.. Thanks for meeting at the Pub after services. It was great to see you all. (Even tho I wasn’t feeling well and had to leave early). Rest in peace Betty.

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