Eleanor M. Carriere, age 87, of 2000 Lakeshore Drive, Gladstone, MI died Monday January 21, 2008 at the St. Francis Hospital in Escanaba with her daughters at her side.
Eleanor was born February 24, 1920 in Perkins, the daughter of Henry and Josie (DeCramer) Carlson. She was raised in Rock where she graduated from the Rock High School. Following graduation she attended and graduated from Cosmetology School. Eleanor owned and operated various beauty shops in Gladstone.
Eleanor was united in marriage to Clarence
Anonymous
Eleanore was our friend.We are so sorry we did not get a chance to tell her how much we cared for her. Regrets are many-we meant to go and visit when we knew she was not well. We did not.There is a lesson for us in this . God reminds us every waking moment that life is now. Death waits for no one.Thank you for the pictures. We have so many great memories of both Clancy and Eleanor.
Jack and Yvonne Sepic
Gladstone, MI
To the children of Eleanor and Clancy,
The fond memories I have of your parents/grandparents are mingled with my prayers. May you find comfort in the days ahead by revisiting the wonderful memories you have of them.
Maureen Cannon
Eagan, MN
To all of Eleanor’s family. Will always remember her wonderful smile and disposition. We met her (& Clauncy) at Round Lake and spent one winter with them at the Tiki on S. Padre Island. I was lucky enough to see her in Sion Lutheran Church in Chatham this summer and can still feel her wonderfu “hug”. Her memory will last with us for a very long time.
Jack & Jill Korhonen
Trenary, MI
What a great lady! I cherish the memories. You are all in my thought s and prayers.
Elaine Becker
West Homestead, PA
Aunt El was always welcoming and inviting to all that entered her life.
Becky and Larry Gillis
Enumclaw, WA
Dear Bonnie, Doug, Danny, Carrie and family,
I’m so sorry to hear of your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers at this time and I wish you peace in this time of pain and sorrow.
Anne (Olson) Baum
Suamico, WI
Dear Bonnie, Mel & Crissy:
My heartfelt sympathy to each of you and to your families. I just talked to my Mom last night and heard that Eleanor had passed away. I saw your Mom off and on over the last couple of years when I would be visiting my Mom at the “condos.” I remember fondly the days of going to your house on Friday afternoon while my Mom was there getting her hair done and also making the annual summer day-trip to Round Lake with my Mom & Dad. Your parents were the best.. and the three of you are a tribute to them.
Please know that I am keeping you all in my thoughts and prayers.
With love,
Toni (Marmalick) Marchese
De Pere, WI
Cricket, Sorry to hear of your Mom’s passing. Keep remembering all the great times you’ve had with the Parents, it makes your heart soar with ever lasting love. My heartfelt sympathy is with you.
MIA
Gladstone, MI
Our sympathies to the entire Carriere family for the loss of Eleanor. We had alot of good times at the Union parties with Clancy and Eleanor.Also we can remember the fresh raspberry pie she made at Round Lake! We will miss her.
Elaine and Ron Kaminen
Littleton, CO
Dear Carrie & Family,
I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Your Gramma will always be there right by your side, in your hearts. Take care,
Ginger Bayne (Bland)
Hudsonville, MI
Bonnie, Chrissy and Melanie,
Just wanted to tell you we are thinking of you and send our love and prayers for you. Your mom was a great lady. love
Maxine and Jerry Vallier
Rock, MI
Ma Carriere will be missed as she passes to a new life and will always remember the fun times at Round Lake. Bonnie we just read this as we are in Temmpe Az, until Monday and will call you soon.
Don & Sue Johnson
Escanaba, MI
So sorry about the passing of Eleanor. She was always so pleasant and smiling. She had a wonderful outlook on life that was passed on to her daughters.
Ann McClinchy Blondheim
Eufaula, AL
Bonnie, Mel and Chris, because of work I will be unable to attend the service for your Mother but I wanted you to know, you and your Mother will be in my thoughts and prayers. You can be at ease knowing that God is watching over her now. Take Care and again my sincerest condolances.
Joe Moberg
Galdstone, MI
Bonnie, Mel, Chris,
What a shock to hear about your mom. I saw her in March and we had such a good talk. Through all the years of my growing up when we would come and visit you she was always the mom I wanted to have. I always felt I could just be a kid around her. Thanks to her I found my half-sisters and kept in touch with the family. She always had a smile and a kind word for everyone. With her passing a part of my childhood goes too.
I am so sorry for all of you. Losing a mother is so hard, especially one so special. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this terrible time. But I am sure she is up in heaven smiling down on all of us right now!
Cynthia (Dion) Nygard
Appleton, WI
I am so sorry to hear about Eleanore’s passing. She was such a dear lady. my deepest sympathy to you Bonnie, Mel & Chris , Cliff & Lois too. you all will be in my prayers.
Love,
Jan (Maki) Sczytko (Bob’s sister)
Detroit, MI
Bonnie, My deepest sympathy to you and Doug in the passing of your Mom. Although I did not know her I know your loss is diffficult. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Dale McNamee
Escanaba, MI
Dear Bonnie and family,
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of
your mother. Our prayers are with you.
Cherie (Maskart) Winchestere
Grand Rapids, MI
I was saddened to hear of the death of your mom, Bonnie and your sister, Toodie. Sandy (Lehto) DelaPena told me about it. When we took those dancing lessons together at Edith Laurie, Bonnie, I just remember how full of life your mom was. Always that great smile on her face! And, Toodie, I’m so sorry for the loss you must feel also. My heartfelt sympathy goes out to all of your family. Love,
Bonnie (Campbell) Carnevale
Lee, MA
Clifford, I wrote too quickly – my deepest sympathy to you for the loss of your sister and to Toodie for the loss of her sister-in-law. I think of both of you often! Love, Bonnie
Bonita Carnevale
Lee, MA
Cricket and Family. What a terrible loss my heart breaks for you. Just remember all your friend’s love you very much and pray that GOD will finally give you the break you so deserve with the deaths of your loved ones. You have centinly shown your strength throughout the past 2 years that you are a survivor and nothing will break your sprit no matter how tragic. You are an angel and my hat’s off to you for never losing faith. If you need a vacation, or just need to break away for a while or talk my door/ear/phone are always open.
Thinking of you my friend. Mary Maingot
Mary Maingot (Trudeau)
Tampa, FL
Bonnie, Mel & Cricket [and families]
My condolences to you all in the loss of your mom. Eleanor was a great lady, always smiling and always had something nice to say. She will be sadly missed. I will remember her always. Now her and Clancy are together again, forever.
God Bless
Jackie LaFond – Mott
Orange Park. FL
Aunt Eleanor has been an important part of my life always. Her daughter, Bonnie, and I were the first grandchildren in a large and close family. I spent many happy times at Eleanor and Clancy’s home on Montana Avenue, various camping trips, and at the Round Lake cottage. Aunt Eleanor had the ability to keep us nieces and nephews in line, while giving us the freedom to enjoy our kid adventures. She had an infectious laugh, an endless energy, and a love of life and curiosity that sent her off on many adventures of her own. I have always loved and admired her, and will sorely miss her. Don and I send our love and sympathy to Bonnie, Mel, and Chris and their families.
Sandy Carlson Hartman
Seattle, WA
Girls,
We were saddened to hear that your Mother has passed away. I will always remember her for her love of fun and her good nature. She will be missedsd. We can only hope that we will have a long ,happy life like she did. Our thoughts are with you in your time of loss.
Corky and Sam Sundquist
Coolidge, AZ
Chris, Bonnie, and Melanie:
I was so sad to hear your Mom passed away. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Pam Thorbahn
Gladstone, MI
What a wonderful, beautiful, elegant, independent, full-of-life woman she was. One could only aspire to live their life the way she did. I’ll miss you Aunt Eleanor! Love, Steph
Stephanie Williams
Omaha, NE