Jeannine M. POIRIER

POIRIER, JEANNINE M.— Of Jackson, passed away at her home under the loving care of her friends, Foote Home Health Care and Hospice of Jackson and Oaklawn, Sunday, May 22, 2005, aged 68 years. She is survived by her mother, Zelma Rifkin; and sister-in-law, Judy Poirier. She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph Poirier and brother, Jerry Poirier. Jeannine was a graduate of Jackson High School and Michigan State University. She retired in 1994 from Northwest Community Schools where she taught art for 22 years, kindergarten for eight years and was the first woman's golf coach. She held several elected positions for the NWEA and JCEA. Jeannine was actively involved in the Jackson art community all her life. Traveling, decorating and gardening were her lifelong passions. She was a member of St. Catherine Laboure Catholic Church. At her request, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. Memorial contributions may be made to Hospice of Jackson and Oaklawn, One Jackson Square, Suite 400, Jackson, MI 49201. J.L. Watson Funeral Chapel 2590 Spring Arbor Rd. Locally owned since 1930 Published in the Jackson Citizen Patriot on 5/26/2005.