Pamela Ann Mahn

Pamela Ann Mahn, age 67, of Shelby Township, Michigan, passed away on May 2, 2022, surrounded by her adoring family. She is the beloved mother of Daniel Succarde and Lindsay (Scott) Francuck. Treasured grandmother of Jameson and Lucia; Cherished sister of Judy, Rosie, Joe, and the late Jim; daughter of the late James Mahn and the late Rosemary Carrier. Pam will be dearly missed by a host of nieces and nephews, cousins, and friends.

The “gift of time” was always apparent in Pam’s almost eight-year journey with lung cancer. Her faith allowed such a privilege of more time, as did her oncologist, Dr. Gregory Kalemkerian, who guided her every step of that journey.

Our beautiful mother was filled with such love and grace. Our greatest honor was to “walk her home” to a place in which our faith reminds us is love-filled and everlasting. Mom had no greater love than that for her children and grandchildren. Such love was apparent in her every move and her every word. We hold no doubt that she lived longer just to watch Jameson and Lucia grow. They were truly her greatest blessing.

Mom also had a deep love for her siblings. The phone calls, group texts, and sibling “bashing” was the way in which she demonstrated her love. The epitome of the “sibs” was a delicate balance of humor, love, and wit. To have witnessed them in action was a treat. Mom was the “baby” of the siblings, and she always relished that place in her family.

In preparation for her death, Mom knew she could take nothing with her so she bottled up as much love as her heart could hold. Her last few weeks were consumed by an outpouring of emotion to friends, family, and all who knew her, including the family pets (Pluto and Lexie).

Mom loved animals, plants, flowers, chocolates, and a good steak prepared by her son-in-law. Resting on a lake or on the boat with the wind in her face, she felt the most peace. Mackinac Island was her favorite place and one that she frequently visited. The most admired “May Day”, May 1st, in which each family member would call her to wish her a “Happy May Day!” She has entrusted her granddaughter to carry on the tradition of May Day. It is only fitting that Mom stayed with us all this May Day and departed on the next.

She was extremely talented and creative. She had an eye for detail and perfection. Sewing was one of her many passions and with each item made, she inserted a tag “made by Grandma with love”. Her career in the graphic arts industry allowed her to tap into her creative side as well as bring joy and laughter to all she worked with. With every job, she formed lasting friendships. If you worked with Pam, you loved every ounce of it. Her last place of employment, The Jewish News, enriched her life greatly. She thoroughly enjoyed working there and the friendships that were forged. The sharing of faiths was something she held dear to her heart.

God had His hand in all her endeavors, and we continue to thank Him for the abundant blessing in the life of our cherished Mom. Her love will live on in us all.

Services were held privately at her final resting place, Resurrection Cemetery, in Clinton Township, Michigan.

Memorial contributions may be made in her honor and will help to support the Lung Cancer Research Fund (Kalemkerian) at the University of Michigan. Checks may be made to “University of Michigan” and sent to the Michigan Medicine Office of Development, 777 E Eisenhower Pkwy, Ste 650, Ann Arbor, MI 48108. You may also call 734-764-6777 or visit the the link below to make your gift.