She may have taught you or your children music lessons, or maybe you heard her play organ at any number of churches in the area. Annette L. Atherton, 69, passed away on April 10, 2018. She was born December 6, 1948 to Myrl and Leola Atherton of Jackson. She leaves behind special friends: Clarence and Jean Sheufelt, Melissa and Ralph Royce, Robert Doyle, and her cousin, Iola Hayden (Vance) and family; and many numerous friends through her affiliations with churches and Tuesday Musicale. Annette had a Bachelor and Masters of Music from the University of Michigan and taught music and voice through her business, Encore Music. She loved her dogs and left behind her loving cat, Pyewacket. Per her wishes, she has been cremated. She will have a combined memorial service with her fellow organist, Harold Miller for close friends and family at All Saints Episcopal Church (151 N. Main St., Brooklyn, MI) on Saturday, May 12, 2018 at 11:00 am. Memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Annette will be sorely missed.