Tapiann McMichael's Obituary
Tapiann McMichael, age 90, passed away Monday, December 18, 2023 at home surrounded by her family. She was born August 20, 1933 in Ridgley, TN to Howard and Dorothy “Polly” (Gray) Richardson. Tapiann graduated from Muskegon High School in 1952. She worked as a secretary for many years for the Brunswick Corporation and Teledyne Continental Motors prior to her retirement. Tapiann enjoyed bowling, golfing, and spending time at the Bear Lake Tavern. She also loved her Lake Michigan boating trips on their cabin cruiser with her late husband, George McMichael. But most of all she loved spending time with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Tapiann is survived by her daughter, Cynthia “Cindy” Hendrickson; four grandchildren: Dirk and Shane Hendrickson, Sheena Woodruff, and Lindsay (Chad) Wathen; four great-grandchildren: Aviana, Kailena, Colton, and Malia. She was also preceded in death by her son, Anthony Lee “Tony” Corbin in 2006. A celebration of Tapiann’s life will be held at a later date. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 737 Apple Ave., Muskegon, MI 49442 (231) 726-5210
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