Mary Ann Balwinski, Our loving wife, mother, grandmother and sister passed away Wednesday, December 28, 2016 at Brittany Manor in Midland, Michigan. Age 78 years. She was born February 7, 1938 in Bay City and has resided in this area all of her life. Mary Ann graduated from T. L. Handy High School in 1956, enjoyed a trips to the casino, was an avid golfer, bowler and enjoyed playing bingo. Most of all she enjoyed spending time with her second love of her life, her grandson Spencer.
Left to cherish her memories is her husband; Ronald Balwinski, one son and daughter-in-law; Michael and Gena Balwinski of Hemlock, one grandson; Spencer Balwinski of Hemlock, one sister and brother-in-law; Pat and Frank Szutkowski of Cleveland, brother-in-law and sister-in-law; Norman and Ann Marie Balwinski of Virginia three nephews, four nieces, her cousins and many special friends. She was preceded in death by two sons, Steven and Mark Balwinski.
A Memorial Service will take place Saturday, February 25, 2017 at 1:30 p.m. at the Gephart Funeral Home, Inc. Officiating will be Mary Ann Helie with private Inurnment in St. Anthony’s Cemetery in Fisherville. At the request of Mary Ann cremation has taken place. The family will be present at the funeral home on Saturday February 25, 2017 to receive visitors from 11:00 to 1:30 p.m. In lieu of flowers those planning an expression of sympathy are asked to consider a memorial to the Pardee Cancer Center in Midland.