Betty May Meringa

Betty Meringa, 84, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, August 29, She died peacefully at her home with family by her side. She was born in Parkville, Ml, the daughter of Roy and Marie Kennedy. While working at the local drug store, she met and married the love of her life, Marinus "Joe" Meringa, on January 15, 1949. They were married for 60 years until his death in 2009. Together, they raised four children, Deborah Meringa, Nancy (Steven) Keene, Robert (Tabitha) Meringa, Mikel (Lisa) Meringa; 12 grandchildren and 24 great grandchildren. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends, but next to that, she was the Detroit Tigers #1 fan and never missed a game. She was preceded in death by her parents, husband, Joe, two brothers, a sister, and a great-grandson. The memorial service will be held Saturday, September 6, at 1 PM at New Hope Assembly of God, 56652 Buckhorn Rd. Three Rivers, Ml. Contributions in memory of Betty can be made to Hospice of SW Michigan.