Margaret Joanne Lange

Margaret was born in Lansing, Michigan to the proud parents, William and Betty (Baldwin) Rutter, September 7,1963.

She was preceded in death by her dad, William Rutter (2015 ); mom, Betty Rutter (1986); brother, David Rutter (2005).

She is survived by her loving and dedicated husband, Michael Spitzley (2019); son, Juston (Serena) Lange; daughter, Misty Lange (Cody Fuller); beloved grandchildren, Little Juston Lange, Camerron Lange, Lexon Lange, and Athena Lange. Her siblings, Daniel Rutter, Holly Rutter, and Catherine Bedell. Many adopted family members, nephews, nieces, cousins, and friends.

She was a graduate of Waverly High School, Class of 1981. She began her career making bows at John Henry, Lansing, Michigan in 1984. Through her years of work, she climbed the ranks, becoming a Tri-Color Litho Stripper, earning a journeyman accreditation. Although the company name changed many times, she worked there for 40 years before her retirement in 2024.

She was a spitfire, with a giant personality in a small package. She filled the room with laughter and joy no matter where she went. She loved the beach and, one of her favorite places on the planet was Key West, Florida. She married her best friend and partner in crime, Michael Spitzley, at sunset on the beach, March 7, 2021. She not only loved the sunsets and sand in her toes, but the warm temperatures and sunshine. She also enjoyed some delicious cuisine, Tacos and Margaritas, being at the top of the list. The Margarita on the beach at sunset was her happy place.

She absolutely loved to rock, going to many concerts over the years. Everything from, Rolling Stones, Disturbed, Shinedown, Godsmack, and Staind. She would often take her kids, friends, and of course Mike, along for the Rock out!

Her life was painted with colors, like her beautiful flower gardens. She absolutely loved to garden. Her and her beloved friends even had a garden club, that was eventually referred to as The Garden Pub. She grew the most beautiful garden and shared all her fantastic produce with all her family and friends. Whenever together with family and friends, it would always include the coveted garden walk.

On weekends you would often find her gardening and cooking up something delicious in the kitchen. Her kids and grandkids loved to come and visit. Rather lasagna, cheese ball or of course tacos, she loved nothing more than being with those she loved. Her greatest pride and joy was her perfect little family.

They will remember her for so many things, rather her favorite word, finger, candy dish, or infectious joy of life.

She was a warrior and one of the strongest women you would have the joy of knowing. She lived life to the fullest, and was a blessing to all who knew her. Many amazing memories have been made, and her impact on those who loved her, is evident. She will be forever loved, and missed.

Family and friends will be having a celebration of her amazing life on August 23,2025 at 7620 S. Francis Rd, Dewitt, MI, 48820. A memory sharing service will be held from 3:00pm-4:00pm with a luncheon to follow.