Marguerite Ruth Fuhry passed away on Wednesday, June 16 in Lansing, Michigan. Born July 31, 1918 in Grand Ledge, Marguerite lived a very full 102 years. Her excellent memory could recount a lifetime of stories: from working at Fisher Body as an original "Rosie the Riveter" and in the cushion department for 20 years, participating in activities at Independence Village in Grand Ledge, and traveling - whale watching in Alaska, hot air balloon rides, Go Kart races. She loved BINGO at the casinos (especially Mount Pleasant) and was usually a winner.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Richard and Ruth (Harkness) Kollman; siblings, Florence Holland, Stanley "Bud" Kollman, and George Kollman; her first husband, Leonard A. Sand; her second husband, Edmund Fuhry; and her son, L. Richard Sand.
She is survived by her children, Carol (the late Harry) Barber and Dewayne (Vicky) Sand; eight grandchildren, three great-grandchildren, and great-great-grandchildren as well as nieces and nephews.
A Celebration of Marguerite's Life will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to Habitat for Humanity, 1941 Benjamin Drive, Lansing, MI 48906.
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