This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: THIEL, MCCANN, SMITH Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/25653/mb.ashx Message Board Post: THIEL, Madeline 12/14/25 - 12/14/09 Died at her residence in Kalamazoo, MI. Loving wife for 65 years to William E. Thiel, dear mother to Richard (Joanna) Thiel and the late Robert Thiel. Also survived by five grandchildren and eight great-children, a brother Bud (Jean) McCann, daughter-in-law Christine Thiel, and nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her sister and brother- in- law Helen (Ray) Smith. Private services were held at Oakland Hills Cemetery. Contributions to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Published in Kalamazoo Gazette on December 30, 2009 (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.