Sybil J LaFernier's Obituary
Sybil J. LaFernier, age 68, of L’Anse, passed away Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at UP Health System, Marquette, MI. She was born in L’Anse on March 1, 1947 the daughter of the late Wilbur and Lois (Stoddard) LaFernier. Sybil graduated from L’Anse High School in 1965. She was member of Keweenaw Bay Indian Community and St. Ann’s Catholic Church, Baraga. Sybil was a pioneer in casino dealing. She was an avid sports fan including football and hockey and enjoyed playing cribbage.
Sybil is survived by her loving children, John Davis of Baraga, Deanna (Steve) Foucault of L’Anse and Beth (Donny) Koski of Baraga, grandchildren Derek, Shayn, Sean, Stevi, Trevor, John, Harli, Jessica and Ryan, great grandchildren Brenden, Easton, Leeland, Daniel, Gracelyn and Skyler, brothers Michael and Harry, sisters Marcia, Georgia, Cosie, Angela, Rose, Margaret and Becky. Numerous nieces, nephews, cousins and other family members also survive, along with her special friend Michelle Lemerande. She was preceded in death by her parents, brothers Patrick, John and Earl and sister Arlene.
Funeral services for Sybil were held at 2 p.m. Saturday, December 5, 2015 at the Reid Funeral Service and Chapel, L’Anse with Deacon John Cadeau officiating. The family greeted friends at the funeral chapel on Saturday from 1 p.m. until the time of the funeral service. Immediately following the funeral service, the family invited friends to join them for fellowship and a luncheon at the Zeba Community Hall. Spring interment will take place in the Pinery Cemetery.
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