Mildred Grace Leach
Mildred Grace Leach, “Millie”, 90, of Millersburg, died at home Thursday, February 13, 2014. Visitation was held at the Chagnon Funeral Home in Onaway Friday, February 14. Millie’s funeral service was held at the Millersburg Methodist Church February 15, with burial at Riverside Cemetery in Millersburg. The Rev. Josh Blanchard officiated with close friend of the family, Chad Chapman, having a part in the service as well.
Born at home in Ocqueoc Township on November 23, 1923, Millie was the daughter of Bernard and Henrietta “Etta” (Walker) Fitch.
Surviving Millie are her four daughters, Carol Arnold of Millersburg, Kathy Merchant of Onaway, Triena (Jack) Rokos of Traverse City and Tammy (Jim) Bischoff of Wolverine; six sons, Larry (Lynne) and Rod (Lynda) of Onaway, Edward (Delaine) and Dale (Donna) of Millersburg, David (Marcia) of Rogers City and Jeffrey (Jacqueline) of Ellicott City, Maryland. She also leaves 32 grandchildren; numerous great-grandchildren; and several great-great-grandchildren.
Millie’s family has suggested donations to honor her memory be given to the Millersburg Methodist Church. Send your favorite memory of Millie or a condolence to her family at www.chagnonfh.com.