Maraleen Mae Cottrell's Obituary
Maraleen Mae Cottrell, age 76, of China Twp., passed away January 12, 2021. She was born July 29, 1944 in Lakeview, Michigan to the late Orlin and Audrey Denslow.
Maraleen was known for her artistic eye and how she would apply this gift to many crafts she enjoyed creating. Among these were macrame hanging baskets, handmade candles and cabbage patch dolls. In the 1970’s and 80’s she would participate as a vendor in local craft shows. She also loved knitting and would always bring her knitting projects where ever she traveled. Making quilts was also one of her passions. She would share this talent with others and once organized a quilting group at Immanuel Lutheran Church, St. Clair. Many local people and organizations benefitted from these hand made quilts.
Maraleen is survived by her husband of 57 years, Fred Cottrell; children, Jeffrey (Lisa Ann) Cottrell and Lisa Hutkowski; grandson and light of her life, Kevin Gerald Hutkowski Jr. and many cousins. In addition to her parents she was predeceased by her sister, Lorraine Denslow.
Due to Covid-19 a private family service will be held with interment in Rosehill Cemetery, East China Twp.
Memorials are suggested to St. Clair County Council on Aging Meals on Wheels. Arrangements by Young Funeral Home, China Twp. To leave a message of comfort visit www.youngcolonial.com
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