Ann Margaret McClellan Battle Creek, Michigan Obituary

Ann Margaret McClellan

<p>Ann "Molly” Margaret McClellan, 94, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023. She was born November 18, 1929 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of Herman Strabbing and Ruth (Atwaer) </p><p><br></p><p>Molly was a person filled with love, and her warm-hearted nature touched the lives of all who knew her. She had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and found solace in its embrace. Family time held a special place in Molly's heart, and she treasured every moment spent with her loved ones. She had a passion for flowers and took joy in creating vibrant gardens. Molly also had a knack for collecting things, finding delight in the unique and meaningful items she amassed over the years. Her sense of adventure led her to enjoy hot air ballooning, collecting balloon pins that held memories of those rides. Molly's generosity knew no bounds as she dedicated her time to volunteering at the church, sharing her love and kindness with those in need. Traveling with her husband was an activity that brought Molly endless happiness, embracing new experiences and creating lasting memories together. Molly's love, zest for life, and genuine care for others will be remembered always, leaving a profound impact on the lives she touched.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>She is survived by her son; Gregory (Terrie) McClellan; grandchildren, Gary (Alexandra) McClellan, Kevin (Kristina) McClellan, Tina Velez, Tracy (Jason) Fox, Jamie McClellan, Jason Hadley, Steven Wilson; great grandchildren, Olivia Velez, Riley Velez, Lucas Fox, Lilly Fox, and Zachary Fox. She was preceded in death by her husband Gerald McClellan; father Herman Strabbing; mother Ruth Strabbing; daughter Linda McClellan; her 2 sons Robert McClellan, and Scott McClellan.</p><p><br></p><p>Visitation will be held Monday, November 27, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 28, 2023 starting at 1:00 p.m. at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Personal messages to the family may be placed at www.bachmanhebble.com.</p><p><br></p>
November 18, 1929 - November 20, 202311/18/192911/20/2023
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Ann "Molly” Margaret McClellan, 94, of Battle Creek, Michigan, passed away Monday, November 20, 2023. She was born November 18, 1929 in Ann Arbor, Michigan, the daughter of Herman Strabbing and Ruth (Atwaer)


Molly was a person filled with love, and her warm-hearted nature touched the lives of all who knew her. She had a deep appreciation for the beauty of nature and found solace in its embrace. Family time held a special place in Molly's heart, and she treasured every moment spent with her loved ones. She had a passion for flowers and took joy in creating vibrant gardens. Molly also had a knack for collecting things, finding delight in the unique and meaningful items she amassed over the years. Her sense of adventure led her to enjoy hot air ballooning, collecting balloon pins that held memories of those rides. Molly's generosity knew no bounds as she dedicated her time to volunteering at the church, sharing her love and kindness with those in need. Traveling with her husband was an activity that brought Molly endless happiness, embracing new experiences and creating lasting memories together. Molly's love, zest for life, and genuine care for others will be remembered always, leaving a profound impact on the lives she touched.



She is survived by her son; Gregory (Terrie) McClellan; grandchildren, Gary (Alexandra) McClellan, Kevin (Kristina) McClellan, Tina Velez, Tracy (Jason) Fox, Jamie McClellan, Jason Hadley, Steven Wilson; great grandchildren, Olivia Velez, Riley Velez, Lucas Fox, Lilly Fox, and Zachary Fox. She was preceded in death by her husband Gerald McClellan; father Herman Strabbing; mother Ruth Strabbing; daughter Linda McClellan; her 2 sons Robert McClellan, and Scott McClellan.


Visitation will be held Monday, November 27, 2023 from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, November 28, 2023 starting at 1:00 p.m. at Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Arrangements by the Bachman Hebble Funeral Service. Personal messages to the family may be placed at www.bachmanhebble.com.


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Nov
27
Visitation
Monday, November 27 2023
03:00 PM - 06:00 PM
Bachman Hebble Funeral Service
223 Bedford Road North
BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037
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28
Service
Tuesday, November 28 2023
01:00 PM
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BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037
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Bedford Cemetery
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