Of Jackson, passed away February 5, 2025, age 88. She was born in Jackson on April 24, 1936. She is survived by two children, Tim Hartley and Tami Howard, four grandchildren, Katie (Joe) Stahl, Josh (Jessica), Kyle and Kody Howard, four great grandchildren, Colton, Teddy, Oaklynn and Rowann. Preceded in death by her parents, Otto and Jessie Eitel and one grandson, Zack Hager. She graduated from Jackson High School class of 1954, retired from Consumers Energy and was a member of the First United Methodist Church. A celebration of her life will be held at the Burden & Patience-Montgomery Funeral Home (1806 E. Michigan Ave. Jackson, MI. 49202) on Monday, February 10, 2025 at 1:00 P.M. with Reverend Bradley Luck officiating. Burial at Roseland Memorial Gardens. Visitation Monday at 12:00 P.M. until service time. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church.