Irene Virginia Konen, age 77 of Dansville, MI passed away on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. She was born on July 28, 1944 in Lansing, MI the daughter of Garnett and Virginia (Andrews) Woodruff.
Irene will be remembered as a phenomenal cook. She had a special cooking talent where she never measured anything and it was always delicious. It has been said that no one could cook wild game as good as her. Irene also enjoyed knitting and camping with family and friends.
She is survived by her husband, Anthony Konen; sons, Tim (Phyllis) Konen and Jeff Konen; 9 grandchildren; 11 great-grandchildren; siblings, Bobby (Ann) Woodruff, Janet (Roger) Langham, and Mike (Cheryl) Woodruff. Irene was preceded in death by her parents; sons, Tony Konen and Joe Konen; brother, Tommy Woodruff; sister, Judy Ann Fuentes.
It was Irene’s wish that no formal services be held but there will be a private family celebration of her life at a later date. Those desiring to make a memorial contribution in her honor may do so to St. Jude Children’s Hospital. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Home Mason. To leave a photo, memory or condolence for the family please visit www.grbdmason.com.