Beth Charlotte Grossmann

Beth was born on July 20, 1943, to the late Jack and Clara (Vadnais) Yardley in Munising, MI.

Beth was an outstanding and popular student, earning a prestigious National Merit Scholarship to Michigan State University. A talented musician, she played the French horn all four years in the Mather High School band.

Throughout her life, Beth was amiable, generous, and kind-hearted to family, friends, and acquaintances alike. She was open-minded and embraced people for who they were. Beth was a relentless learner with a lifelong curiosity about the world around her. She loved books and movies about faraway places. A superb crossword player, she was extremely well-read and knowledgeable across an impressive array of subjects. As competitive as she was convivial, her door was always open, whether it was for a quick cup of coffee, a game of Yahtzee, Trivial Pursuit, or just to catch up.

Complementing Beth’s sweet, giving nature was a feisty independent spirit that came into full bloom in her later years, where she finally lived life on her own terms. Beth relished that life she created in Arizona where she touched the lives of newfound friends and neighbors.

Beth was uniquely unforgettable and a loving figure to so many and will be forever missed by family and friends. Love and miss you Mom.

Beth is survived by her children Greg Gosselin, Lisa (Michael), Annang, Gina Hart, Alana (Dan) Scharenbroch, Katy (Shane) Murphy, and Al Grossmann; her cherished grandchildren: Henry, Wyatt, Levi, and Parker; her sister Lynn (Jim) Brud; as well as, her many nieces and nephews.

Thank you to all of the hospital staff, neighbors, and her friends in Arizona that helped care for her when she needed it. We will always be grateful.

There will be a celebration of Beth’s life next summer in her beloved birthplace of Munising, MI.