G. Jean Lindsey (née Smith), known affectionately as Jean, passed away on June 26, 2024, at the age of 92 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the same city where she was born on April 27, 1932. Jean’s life was marked by her devotion to family, community, and country, reflected in her active involvement with the Amvets Auxiliary.
Jean was preceded in death by her loving husband, Thomas Glenn Lindsey, her parents, Alva and Florence Smith, as well as her siblings Forrest Lyle Smith, Roger Elmer Smith, Peg Courtright, Evelyn Irene Stover, Anna May Bostelaar, Beatrice Ruth Driggs, and Lynette Hafer. She is survived by her brother, Gerald Smith; her children, Pam Koss, Andrea (Steven) Williamson, and Thomas (Carol) Lindsey; her grandchildren, Jeff, Robin, Angela, Kristi, Josh, Jennifer, Tom, and Brendan; along with many great-grandchildren, nieces, and nephews. Her family cherishes the memory of a matriarch who was the cornerstone of their lives.
A heartfelt thanks is extended to the staff at Commonwealth Senior Living – East Paris and to Hospice of Michigan for their compassionate care in her final days. Contributions in memory of Jean can be made to Hospice of Michigan to continue their valuable work.
The O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home is assisting Jean’s family during this time. Jean’s commitment to service, her unwavering love for her family, and her enduring kindness will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
Visitation will be held Friday, June 28, 2024, from 6-8 pm at O’Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home, 3980 Cascade Rd. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546.
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To your wonderful family:
God Bless you all and leave your hearts open to the love Jean shared with each of you. We enjoyed her company at Tom and Carols throughout the years when we were together. Her life was full. She is certainly meeting Our Lord, face to face.
Dan and Nancy
I will remember my Aunt Jean with love. While I wasn’t able to see her often, when I did it was always wonderful to get her hugs and feel her warm spirit. There are so many pictures of her, Uncle Glen, Uncle Pat, Aunt Judy and my parents Don and Lorraine. Beautiful memories for our family to cherish. Send our love and condolences to the family.