Marie A. Thomas, 79, of Barryton passed away on Saturday, May 4, 2019 with her family at her side. Marie was born in Mecosta on July 8, 1939 and graduated from Mecosta High School in 1957. Marie was formerly employed at Wolverine World Wide and the two restaurants in Barryton, Williams Caf and Kirvans and most recently at the Mecosta County Commision on Aging & Activity Center as a receptionist.

Marie was a terrific baker and taught her kids to make "the best damn Christmas candy in Mecosta County." She liked sewing, quilting, cooking and belonged to two pen-pal clubs.

Marie loved family gatherings and reunions. She is survived by her partner of 42 years, Larry Cook; children, Tony (Cindy) Squier, Kim (Ed) Wernette, Beth (Terry) Leiter, Lisa (Steve) Kadwell, Bill Sigourney and Rhonda (Dennis) Traynor; one brother, Paul (Faye) Thomas; one sister, Carroll Newburg and many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews.

Marie was preceded in death by her loving parents Lloyd and Pauline (Worthy) Thomas and a grandson, Alex Squier.

Maries family would like to thank the staff at Altercare of Big Rapids for the wonderful care given to her and her family. Also, thank you to Great Lakes Caring Hospice for everything.

In lieu of flowers the family asks that donations be made to Daggett Funeral Home or the Alzheimers Association.

A life celebration will be held at 2:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 7, 2019 at the Daggett Funeral Home in Barryton with the family greeting friends one hour prior. Share a memory or sign the guestbook for Marie on her page at daggettgilbertfuneralhome.com. Celebration of Life Tuesday, May 7, 2019 2:00 PM Daggett Funeral Home 19238 30th Ave Barryton,MI 49305 The family will greet friends Tuesday, May 7, 2019 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Daggett Funeral Home 19238 30th Ave Barryton,MI 49305