Elizabeth Karleen Ann Gordinier, age 91, of Plymouth, died Saturday, February 8, 2020 at her home. Left to cherish her memory are her four children: Michael Welby, Dian Welby, Lesley (Chris) Johnson, and Jeri Lee (Jerry) Papazian; her five grandchildren: Jason M. Welby, Elliott T. Papazian, Austin J. Papazian, Julia L. Johnson, and Jordan M. (Meghan) Johnson; her great-grandson Cullen McCrone; and her sister Lila Hermanson.
Elizabeth was born January 9, 1929, in Detroit, the daughter of Mr. & Mrs. Carl and Taimi (Hackman) Mattson. She and Leonard “Jerry” Gordinier were married September 17, 1964. Throughout her adult life, Elizabeth worked as a secretary for General Motors for many years until her retirement. In her free time, Elizabeth loved to play card games and go bowling and golfing. She also loved to volunteer her time to the Senior Olympics, an event that she was involved with for fifteen years. She will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Elizabeth was preceded in death by her parents, Carl and Taimi; her husband of forty-eight years, Leonard “Jerry” Gordinier; and her sister Nancy Adams.
In accordance with Elizabeth’s wishes, cremation has taken place. No further services are scheduled at this time. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may consider memorial contributions to the American Diabetes Association.