Dorothy J. Briggs' Obituary
Dorothy J. Briggs was born on Christmas day 1924 to John and Margaret (Allen) Smith in Lakeview, MI, one of six children. She died peacefully at home in Norton Shores on July 1, 2020 at the age of 95. Dorothy graduated from Cedar Springs High School, married Robert Briggs, and had four children together. She returned to school and graduated from Muskegon Business College with a degree in accounting. She worked for Allied Stores at Hardy Herpolsheimer’s in both Muskegon and Grand Rapids for thirty years. She was active in her children’s lives as a Cub Scout and Brownie leader, school and sports activities, and fishing. Later in life she loved to travel, watch sports on TV, pay close attention to politics, sewing, and reading. Dorothy was a willing participant at Edgewood Lutheran Church in Fruitport where she served as an Elder, Trustee, Treasurer, women’s group leader, and Thrivent representative. The family would like to thank Harbor Hospice for all of their devotion and care given to Dorothy. SURVIVORS include her daughter, Roberta Lewis with whom she resided; two sons: Larry (Mary Jo) Briggs, Michael Briggs all of Norton Shores; grandchildren: Tracy, Joseph (Diane), Michael (Teresa) Phillip (Kim), and Nancy Briggs as well as Lisa Riggs, David (Kristen) Lewis, Katie (Jake) Dietz, and Christine Gardner; twenty-two great-grandchildren; one great-great granddaughter; several nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her parents; all five of her siblings; her husband, Robert; one son, Phillip; son-in-law, Lee Lewis; grandchildren: Roger Lewis and Tammy Schooley; one great-granddaughter; and one great-great-grandson. Due to the Covid 19 outbreak and social distancing, Private family services for Dorothy will be held. Burial will take place in Sunrise Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider a donation to Edgewood Lutheran Church or the Muskegon Rescue Mission. Share memories with the family at their On-line Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100
What’s your fondest memory of Dorothy?
What’s a lesson you learned from Dorothy?
Share a story where Dorothy's kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Dorothy you’ll never forget.
How did Dorothy make you smile?