Lois Matilda Chenoweth

Lois Matilda Chenoweth 86, passed away on October 7, 2020 in Greenville.  Lois was born on March 19,1934 in Harrietta, MI to Clarence and Myrtle (Chandler) Klingbeil.  She was the youngest of 8 children. She married Robert L. Chenoweth on January 19,1952 in Arizona. Together they raised two children, Jane (Randy ) Nielsen and John (Teresa) Chenoweth. 

Lois retired from the Montcalm Area Intermediate School District, with 26 years of service in the media department. She served on the White Pine Library board for several years. Lois was a member of Trinity Church in Stanton since 1963.  She was a Sunday School teacher for many years, served as the Church Treasurer for several years and was also the Church Librarian until she retired in 2016.

Lois loved her family and holidays. She always celebrated special occasions  with family traditions and great recipes.  She loved to garden, crochet and read.  Lois and Bob loved to travel and were both avid fishermen. Lois was seen many times tapping her toes while she listened to Bob play the harmonica and accordian in Church. She was always a positive and patient influence on her family and friends.

Lois is survived by Bob, her husband of 68 years; her 2 children, 8 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren; her sister, Patricia (Arvid) Mannor; sister in law, Bonnie Klingbeil; brother in law and sister in law Orman and Charlotte Chenoweth and many nieces, nephews, and friends. 

Lois was preceded in death by her parents; her in-laws, Howard Chenoweth, Lowern & Ellen Goldsmith; her brothers, Ray, Arnold, Leo, Howard & Merle; her sister, Arlene; sisters in law, Kathryn, Margaret, Maxine & Roberta; and brother in law, William Romsec.

Following current health regulations a private family service will be held with Pastor Mark Edwards officiating. Burial will be in Forest Hill Cemetery, Stanton.  

Her strong faith in God was evident to all who knew her, as she lived it daily.  Lois was very kind, giving, full of grace, and tough when she needed to be.

For those wishing to honor Lois' memory, her family suggests contributions to Trinity Church, Stanton, Alzheimer's Association of MI, and/or do something nice for someone in need. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Barden Funeral Home, Stanton. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Judy Sandlin]

Uncle Bob. Jane. John and families. I am so sorry I cannot be there with you at this difficult time. You are in my thoughts and prayers. I definitely know that Aunt Lois is enjoying heaven right now.
Love you all. Judy

[Ken and Bonnie Sooy]

Words cannot express our sympathies. Such a precious person has left us to go to her heavenly home! She will be missed by the whole church family. I know her immediate family will have our prayers.

[Patty Rockafellow]

Bob, Jane and John and families, I am sitting here today thinking of all of the wonderful things about your mom. She was my neighborhood mama. I loved her dearly. My prayers and thoughts are also with you. Love you all! Patty

[Elsie Randall]

I knew Lois before we became "step sisters;" we rode the same school bus; truly I can't remember ever seeing her getting on or off tha bus without a smile. Later, through the shared years with her and Bob at family functions that wonderful light of her spirit was always there. I did so appreciate her kindness and consideration always of my mother and all our family. My heartfelt thoughts to her family now. God bless and be near to each of you, Elsie(Mannor) and Don Randall

[Bonnie Klingbeil]

Bob, Jane and John, your families.
I am so sorry for your loss, we older ones are
Getting less and less. Love to you all, as much
As I loved Bob and Lois. Bonnie

[Patty Knowlton]

Uncle Bob, Jane and John,
Aunt Lois was a beautiful person inside and out. She reminded me so much of my mom in looks, mannerisms, and especially her laugh. I’m so sorry for your loss and have no doubt she and mom are laughing in heaven together. All my love.

[Joe and Ruthie Klingbeil]

Dear Uncle Bob, Jane and John;
So sorry to hear of Aunt Lois’ passing. She was a strong, kind person, and our memories of her will always be joyful.
Keep you in our prayers and thoughts.

[Maureen Hockstra]

Dear Bob, Jane and John,
Please accept my sympathy in the loss of your mother. I worked with her for twenty + years and really appreciated her helpfulness and kindness. She worked hard in the media center and was so patient with the students with disabilities who worked for her. She was also patient with and kind to me as we worked together on projects. Her smile and willingness to help teachers and staff set the tone for the media center. Lois was definitely a hard worker and was loved by all.

[Baldwin Family]

We have lots of memories and we know this is a sad and serious time for you. Hang Tough. ❤️, Gene and Wilma and family.

[Sandra Miller Keeler]

So sorry to hear about Lois. I worked at the Montcalm ISD with Lois and I'm still here...we had many laughs together back then. She was a wonderful person and I saw her is my friend as she was friendly to everyone. Her and Marge rain a tight ship back in those days with the film rolls going out to the local school districts. Bless her heart.....She loved you all as much as you loved her. Thinking of you all.
Sandra Miller Keeler

[John Sandlin]

Uncle Bob, Jane, John, and Family-
I am so sorry for all of you! My love and prayers to all of you. Lois was such a wonderful person! She and Uncle Bob would always my girls and if I was still refereeing. I will cherish the memory of the last time I got spend with her.

[John Sandlin]

Uncle Bob, Jane, John, and Family-
I am so sorry for all of you! My love and prayers to all of you. Lois was such a wonderful person! She and Uncle Bob would always always ask about my girls and if I was still refereeing at reunions. I will cherish the memory of the last time I got spend with her and seeing her smile.