Maxine Louise Stariha's Obituary
Maxine Louise Stariha, nee Sterkenburg, passed away from Alzheimer’s disease on Tuesday, December 10, 2019, in Grand Haven. Known affectionately as “Gram, Mickey, or Max,” she is survived by her children, Shard Stariha, Shelly (Curt) Brower, and Anne Stariha; her grandchildren, Michael (Alana) Brower, Thomas (Jessica) Stariha, Alex Brower, Danny Brower, and James Spencer; her great-grandchildren, Madelyn and Jackson Stariha; as well as her former spouse, Jim Stariha (Jane). She was preceded in death by her grandson, Jonny Stariha. A special thank you goes to caregivers Amy VanStrate, Kristie Epplett, as well as staff at Lakeshore Assisted Living for their loving care during Max’s final years. Memorials may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association at www.alzfdn.org. A Celebration of Maxine’s life will be held next spring. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Service, 6291 S. Harvey St. 231-798-1100. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com
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