Obituary

Remembering Elizabeth M. Morris

Elizabeth M. Morris, aged 62 of Grand Rapids, passed away too soon on Friday, February 10, 2017. She was preceded in death by her mother, Renata Aulbach and brother-in-law, John Michel. She is survived by her father, Gordon Aulbach; sisters, Marguerite (Gary) Hansma, Angela (Tom) Morse, Kathryn Lund, Helene Michel, Louise (Fernando) Pfeiffer, Reny (Tom) Thrall; brothers, Philip Aulbach, Gordon (Laura) Aulbach, George (Sharon) Aulbach; numerous nieces and nephews; and very special friend, Sarah LaVoie. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am at St. Stephen Catholic Church, 723 Rosewood Ave. SE, East Grand Rapids, with Fr. Scott Nolan presiding. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Tuesday from 4-7 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming, and also at the church on Wednesday from 10-11 am prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to In The Image.

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February 14, 2017 7:12pm

Phil & Family, Please accept our deepest condolences. You are in our thoughts through this difficult time. If there is anything we can do, please do not hesitate to contact us. LaMont & Lee

— LaMont & Lee

February 14, 2017 2:16pm

I've done Liz's hair for 10-15 years. At this point I thought of her much more than just a client! I loved her dearly!!! My heart aches. My deepest condolences to family and friends. This is a huge lose because Liz was a irreplaceable person.

— Jamie Robinson

February 14, 2017 11:13am

My thougts and prayers are with you. George and Sharon, Sarrah and the Aulbach Family may the Lord welcome her into his hands and be with you at this time. Glory be to the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit! Amen.

— Thomas Lang

February 14, 2017 4:29am

My deepest sympathy and prayers go out to the entire family, and Sarah. Liz always had a smile on her face and I knew that was a reflection of her heart. Her presence will definitely be missed at work.

— Jackie Palasek

February 14, 2017 4:27am

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to the entire family, and Sarah. Liz always had a smile on her face and I knew that was a reflection of her heart. Her presence will definitely be missed at work.

— Jackie Palasek

February 13, 2017 8:53am

I have worked with Liz over the years. She was one of the first SFT folks that I met back when I first started working at Steelcase. I wish her family the best and pray for peace.

— Anj

February 13, 2017 4:11am

We are deeply saddened to hear of Liz's passing. Having been neighbors for many years to her parents, we have witnessed her kind heart, and giving spirit as she regularly visited her mom and dad. She was a loving daughter! Our prayers go out to Sarah, Gordon, and the many members of her family. May she Rest In Peace. Doug and Mary Redick

— Mary Redick

February 13, 2017 2:23am

I'm so deeply saddened to hear about Liz's passing. She has been such a presence at Steelcase for as long as I can remember. Her sense of humor and smile is what I will remember her most for. You will be greatly missed Liz! To her family goes my utmost sympathy, to Sarah...my heart breaks for you! I pray the grace of God will pull you through these days ahead.

— Diane Visser

February 12, 2017 3:50pm

Liz was a childhood friend and I have many happy memories of fun times in the neighborhood. I extend my warmest thoughts and deepest sympathy to all of her family.

— Annette Stellini Witham

February 12, 2017 5:33am

My thoughts and prayers are with Liz's family and friends and to Sarah. Liz always had such a big smile for everyone at work. Her passing is sad and terrible news. She will be missed.

— annette Powers

February 11, 2017 9:14pm

My deepest sympathies to Liz's family and to Sarah. Liz is loved by everyone and will be missed so much! Praying for you all.

— Terri

February 11, 2017 9:10pm

My deepest sympathies to Gordon and the other wonderful family members. The world is a little darker and colder with Liz's passing. Wishing you all comfort and peace.

— Linda Nelson Capua

February 11, 2017 4:57pm

My deepest sympathies to Liz's family. She was such a nice lady. My thoughts and prayers to her family..

— Angel Truman

February 11, 2017 4:16pm

I am shocked and saddened by the loss of Liz. We just talked at work about retiring. She was a wonderful co-worker and will be greatly missed by all who knew her. My thoughts and prayers are with the whole family and Sarah. So sorry.

— Linda Pitchellis

February 11, 2017 2:23pm

My deepest sympathy to Liz's family and my good friend Sarah Lavoie. I haven't seen Liz since I retired 3 years ago. She was my very good friend and co-worker. I'm deeply saddened by this news and will miss her very much! I pray the family will feel God's loving arms around you and experience His peace and comfort during this difficult time.

— Larry Yugovich

February 11, 2017 1:54pm

What a shock! My thoughts and prayers are with her family and friends. I've known Liz for as far back in my Steelcase career as I can remember. She will be missed by me and many others at work.

— Dave Nassif

February 11, 2017 9:36am

My deepest sympathy, thoughts and prayers go out to all. Sorry I will not be able to attend the funeral.

— Steve LaVoie

February 11, 2017 9:03am

Deeply shocked and saddened to learn of Liz's passing. Our prayers go out to the family and look to the comfort of this assurance: “I do not want you to be ignorant, brethren, concerning those who have fallen asleep, lest you sorrow as others who have no hope. For if we believe that Jesus died and rose again, even so God will bring with Him those who sleep in Jesus” (1 Thessalonians 4:13, 14). As believers, we have hope of the resurrection promised by God.

— Martha and Bruce OConnor

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