Ellen Barnett
June 01, 1914 - May 06, 2015
Obituary
Our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great grandmother, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side at Hoyt Nursing & Rehab Centre on Wednesday, May 6, 2015. She would have been 101 years old on June 1, 2015. Ellen Louise Boergert Barnett was born in Saginaw, Michigan on June 1, 1914, daughter of Alfred and Alice (Atwood) Boergert. Mom married C. Neil Barnett on September 27, 1941; he preceded her in death on October 11, 1980. She graduated from Arthur Hill High School and Bay City Junior College. Mom was proud to be a charter member of St. Helen Catholic Church in Saginaw. She enjoyed playing bridge, reading, Tiger ballgames, Notre Dame and Michigan State University football and basketball. Mom is survived by six children: Kathleen (Peter) Loveland, Bridgman, MI; Neil (Adele) Barnett, Lansing, MI; Mary Ellen (David) Bluem, Saginaw, MI; Bob Barnett, Gaylord, MI; Tim (Bonnie) Barnett, Prescott, AZ; and Rick (Connie) Barnett, Saginaw, MI; 18 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren; and two great-great grandchildren. Mom also leaves several nieces and nephews and many wonderful friends. Our mother's main focus in life was her family which included her children and grandchildren along with her nieces and nephews. Mom was preceded in death by her parents; her beloved husband of 40 years; her beloved son, Michael Barnett; three brothers: Fred Failing, Kendrick Failing, and Ross Boergert; and son-in-law, Ron Branch. FUNERAL: A Funeral Liturgy will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 9, 2015, at Christ the Good Shepherd Catholic Church, St. Helen site, 2445 N. Charles Street. Rev. Fr. Ronald F. Wagner will officiate. Rite of Committal will follow in St. Andrew Cemetery. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit with the family at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State) on Friday, May 8, 2015 from 5:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Salvation Army and the Saginaw City Rescue Mission. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home, church, or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.
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liz Meyer Griffore
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I sure remember your Mom and some of the kids from the St.Helen days..she was a very nice lady and I enjoyed going to her home.We buried my mom last week from Dieslers she was 93 they knew each other also from St.Helens.Bob we live in Gaylord also hope to see you one day..sympathy to all of you thru these difficult times but your Mom like mine sure had full lives..Liz (Meyer) Griffore
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Maryann Czolgosz
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Dear Rick, Connie, and family,
We are sad to say goodby to Mrs. Barnett!
She became a highlight of our visits to Hoyt--always gracious, always concerned about Mom, and about us!
She loved you so much, and was so proud of all her family.
We saw her last at the end of March, and she was as dear as ever!
We know where she is now--her reward for a life well-lived.
We'll miss her!
Love,
Jim and Maryann
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Lavender & White Standing Spray was purchased for the family of Ellen L. Barnett.
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Cherished Memories - All White was purchased for the family of Ellen L. Barnett.
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Barbara Pinnell Lindley
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What wonderful memories I have of your mom and dad and the whole Barnett family from growing up around the corner on North Madison. She had to have been so proud of the beautiful family she raised. My thoughts and prayers are with you all as your say goodbye to a lovely lady. Barbara Pinnell Lindley
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daisy gimble-crandell
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We will be thinking of you this weekend as you celebrate this truly extraordinary person. Of all the holidays during the year, it is somehow fitting she were to pass near Mother's Day as she certainly embodied the best qualities of this role in life. Our best to all of you...
Susan Gimble- and Ron Crandell