Dorothy J. Gren

Dorothy passed away, Monday, September 16, 2024, at her home in Otsego. 

She was born on September 23, 1928, in Kalamazoo, the daughter of Leo and Jennie (Gregory) Shattuck. For 34 years Dorothy worked at Parker Hannifin until her retirement. In her free time, Dorothy enjoyed being in nature, spending time in her swing, people watching and going for walks. She also liked watching game shows and was happiest when surrounded by her loving family. 

Dorothy was kindhearted and loved to laugh. She lived every day to the fullest and enjoyed having a good time. Dorothy was blessed to have so many wonderful caring neighbors, especially Mike and Becky Staley. She received outstanding care from her daughter, Jeannie, and the staff at Centrica Care Navigators. On September 15, 1947, she married Arlon Gren who preceded her in death. 

Surviving are her children, Jean Aukerman, Arlene (Tom) Magierka, Kathleen (Scott) Damron, Christine (Ken) Anson and Marlon (Carol) Gren; 8 grandchildren; 13 great-grandchildren; 5 great-great-grandchildren and siblings, Jane Waldeck and Richard and Raymond Shattuck. 

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; great-grandsons, Caleb and Devon; son-in-law, Ed Aukerman and siblings, Millie, Elsie, Helen, Virginia, Donald, Lester, Arthur, Kenny and infant twins. 

According to her wishes cremation has taken place. 

Private family burial of ashes will take place at Mountain Home Cemetery at a later time.

A celebration of Dorothy’s life will be held at 1:00 P.M., Sunday, October 20, 2024, at the Otsego VFW Post 3030 with Pastor Dave Alderman officiating.

Contributions in memory of Dorothy may be directed to Centrica Care Navigators or Christian Neighbors. 

Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.