Irene Collette Dalzell

Irene Collette (née Wondergem) Dalzell, age 68, of Wyoming, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, August 13, 2020 with her daughter by her side. Irene was born to Virgil and Jeanne (Menzel) Wondergem on November 24, 1951 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the oldest of eight children. Irene was a veteran of the United States Navy, proudly serving her country for 8 ½ years. She loved to study the Bible and attended as many as three Bible studies each week. Irene taught religious education to preschool children; nothing was more precious to her than talking about Jesus to “those little sponges.” Her favorite Bible story was the parable of the lost sheep. She was a cantor, an usher, a Eucharistic minister, and sang in the choir. Irene was a diabetic and a three time cancer survivor. Irene was preceded in death by her husband, Bill, in 2012. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Jeanne Wright; grandchildren, Jacob and Alaina Wright; great grandson, Parker; sisters and brothers: Marge (Gaylord) Tiff, William (Diana) Wondergem, Marion (Art) Dougherty, Robert (Vicky) Wondergem, John (Kami) Wondergem, Richard (Kelly) Wondergem, Leo (Brenda) Wondergem; many nieces and nephews. Cremation has taken place, with burial at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta, Michigan. A memorial service will be celebrated at St. Sebastian’s Catholic Church on Saturday, September 12 at 11 am, 9408 Wilson SW, Byron Center, MI.

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August 21, 2024

I worked with Irene when she was active duty Navy. We worked in SECNAV Admin in the Pentagon, Rm 4D680,1973-1974. Irene was a hard worker. Hard to believe it was so long ago. Glad that she found happiness.

- Trevor R Park

August 17, 2020

Sorry to hear about Irene we friends from High school Prayers for comfort and to share memories made thru the years...Rest in Peace Irene 🌹

- Pamela Swiger-Johnson

August 17, 2020

It’s hard to believe Irene, that you left this world so soon. Because of your faith, we know that your spirit is now at peace and there is no more suffering. We will miss your presence, our conversations and the delicious goodies that you would drop off from time to time. Not only neighbors, but in some ways family and still other ways friends. Our thoughts and prayers are certainly with you and your family. Jean and Alaina, we are here for you and will do what we can as the need arises. Deepest sympathy and much love, Sue Dines and David Alexander

- Sue Dines

August 17, 2020

Irene taught my 3 year old son Sunday School at St John Vianney. She was a Fantastic. WONDERFUL teacher. I am so sorry for your loss of Irene. What a blessing she was to so many children and adults alike. Her love of Christ was so deep and apparent.. She was truly a friend of God.

- Jean Mucha

August 17, 2020

We were the best of friends, at one time. Over the years I was going to contact you, say let's have lunch. Now it's too late. Thanks for the fun times crusin' downtown. And that first apartment we shared together. We always had so much fun. I will love you always, my friend. Lori Karnes Bailey

- Lori Bailey

August 16, 2020

Irene was a very kind women. I remember lots of family get togethers with her. R. I.P. Irene Shelley Roberts and family

- Shelley Roberts

August 16, 2020

Irene use to have family picnics in the summer it was a great time when family got together. Use to run into her at Meijer’s it was nice to talk to her. She was a very giving person. And at any chance she could she would always love to help someone that’s just the kind person that she was. Will miss my oldest sister. RIP Leo Sr. Brenda and Leo Jr. Wondergem

- Leo Wondergem

August 16, 2020

She was a loving and caring sister I will truly miss her and the picnics she would have where she would feed everyone whether she knew them or not

- marge tiff

August 16, 2020

As a child I never understood the power of a dime. As an adult and an aunt who loves her littles so much, I understand now, the love in the dime. A little piece of tradition carried on to ALL of her nieces and nephews with a lot of love. I now treasure dimes and understand the power of love they hold. Thank you Lord for all the dimes of love. Thanks Aunt Rene

- Vito and Collette Mascari