Anna I. Madison
Big Rapids – Anna I. Madison, 87, of Hawkins, passed away Tuesday, March 17, 2009, at Altercare of Big Rapids.
She was born June 18, 1921, in Reed City, the daughter of John and Esther (Jernstedt) Reid.
In her youth, Anna lived on a dairy farm. She always made sure the milk house was spotless, that everyone was well fed. In her later years, Anna volunteered with Social Services, Hospice, and the local Women’s Shelter.
Anna enjoyed cross-country skiing, gardening, and especially cooking. She spent many years as a cook for different restaurants and hospitals. Her family will never forget the excellent food prepared by Anna.
Anna’s husband Donald Madison preceded her on August 2, 2008. Anna is survived by son-in-law, John Georgakakos of Riverside, CA; granddaughter, Betina (Nikit) Malhotra of St. Augustine, FL; 2 great-grandchildren, Neal and Ria of St. Augustine, FL; 2 brothers, John “Johnny” (Paulette) Reid of Hawkins, and Donald Reid of Hernando, FL; and many nieces and nephews. Anna was preceded in death by her parents, daughter Donna Ann Georgakaos, grandson, Harrision Georgakakos, sister Margaret McAlpine and brother Raymond Reid.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Tuesday, March 24, 2009, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Rev. Ryan Shrable officiating. Burial will be in the Chase Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions for the ALS Foundation may be left at the funeral home, where Anna’s family will greet friends on Monday from 6-8 p.m. and also after 10:00 a.m. on Tuesday. Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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My Anna Banana! i worked at altercare and took care of Anna, she was so spirited! she was amazing, i wish i knew what she was like before her time at altercare. Well, she will be missed, but now she is at rest.
A group of us worked with Ann for several years at Mecosta Co Medical Center. We remember her as the best baker the hospital ever had. She knew her job, spoke her mind, and was kind to her friends. We really miss those brownies and bread pudding! Our deepest sympathies for your loss. May God bless those she has left behind. Susie, Pam, Tammy, Gail, Cindy, and Joyce