Dawn Elaine Boutwell

Born December 25, 1940 to Dorval and Norma (Strang) Conley, Dawn was a talented artist with a lifelong love of creating beauty – whether it was ceramics, oil painting, or making her home beautiful, Dawn had an eye for artistic touches. Over the years she became a master interior decorator, using her knowledge of colors and textures and design, to transform every house she lived in into a work of art. She was an excellent homemaker. She loved sewing, baking, gardening and flower arranging, even landscaping. She was also a sophisticated lady, always fashionably dressed; whether in public, or at home, and was a gracious host. A real lady. She was always proud of her sons' accomplishments, and enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. She enjoyed music and nature and wildlife, and drew inspiration from them. She loved songbirds. Cardinals were her favorite! She will be missed by all who knew her. A beautiful soul... Heaven has gained another angel!

Dawn was preceded in death by her son, Todd Boutwell; her brother and sister-in-law, Gene and Anne Conley; and her parents.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Donald Boutwell; her sons, Monte (Chalice) Boutwell, Bret Boutwell, and Chad Boutwell; her 8 grandchildren; her 4 great-grandchildren; her two brothers, Gary (Zora) Conley and Al Conley; nephews, nieces, cousins and friends.

In accordance with her wishes, memorial services will be private.

Memorial contributions may be made in her honor to the Salvation Army, 525 N Pennsylvania Ave, Lansing, MI 48912, to help the homeless.