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Joan L. Tyson

  • February 16, 1930 - September 7, 2011
  • Higgins Lake, Michigan
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“Helene, April, Scott, I am so sorry for the loss of a great lady and mom. Your mom was indeed a great teacher, a person who liked to have fun. So...Read More » ”
1 of 5 | Posted by: Rise Smith - trenton, MI

“My dearest friend Helene, I know how much your mom meant to you and I was so very sorry to hear about her passing. I also know how strong your faith...Read More » ”
2 of 5 | Posted by: Cheryl Rhodey - Sterling Heights, MI

“So sorry to hear of your Mom's passing, my heartful sympathy to you. I so enjoyed working with Joan at the Brook, she was my favorite, I loved her...Read More » ”
3 of 5 | Posted by: Carol Tremper - DeWitt, MI

“Helene, Scott, April Sorry to hear of your loss. We haven't seen or spoke in years, but you are part of such a great time in my life ( the trinity...Read More » ”
4 of 5 | Posted by: Ken Snook - MI

“Helene, Our thoughts, prayers and condolences go out to you and your family. Please let us know if we can assist in any way. ”
5 of 5 | Posted by: D. Ernest Bedford - Troy, MI


Joan L. Tyson, 81, of Higgins Lake passed away on Wednesday September 7, 2011 at Hilltop Manor Health Care Center, Roscommon. Joan was born on February 16, 1930 in Detroit, Michigan to the late Gordon and Mary (May) Webster. She grew up in Detroit where on November 8, 1952 she married Norman Tyson, and Norman preceded her in death on February 6, 1987. Joan was a homemaker and wonderful mother. The couple moved from Detroit to Roscommon County over 25 years ago. She attended Bethesda Christian Church of Sterling Heights. Mrs. Tyson is survived by her two loving daughters, Helene Tyson of Roscommon, and April Garrett of Houghton Lake; beloved son, William Scott Tyson of Roscommon; three grandchildren, James, Sarah, and Allison; two nieces, and one nephew. Joan was preceded in death by her parents; and a sister, Mable Hartman. Funeral Services for Mrs. Joan L. Tyson will be conducted 12:00PM (noon) Monday September 12, 2011 at Parkview Memorial Cemetery, 34205 Five Mile Road, Livonia, Michigan with Rev. Timothy Helland officiating. Christler Funeral Home, Houghton Lake is serving the family. Condolences can be sent to the family online at www.christler-holdship.com

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