Jerrita Thielmann Obituary
We bid farewell to Jerrita Thielmann of Dowagiac, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on October 22, 2024 at the age of 89. Jerrita touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Jerrita Thielmann to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her father Gerald Welsh; her husband Joseph Thielmann; her daughter Angela Douglas; her grandson Brandon Douglas; her great grandchild Meghan Houser; and her siblings, Timothy Welsh, Nancy Smith and Gloria Pierce.
She is survived by: her mother Helen Welsh (Bresnahan); her children, Jim Thielmann (Gerry), Joe Thielmann (Brenda), Debbie Gonzalez (Tim Tirotta), Mary Ryll and Michael Thielmann (Betsy); her grandchildren, LeeAnne Thielmann, John Thielmann (Becky), Alicia Kidd (Joseph), Nathan Thielmann (Sarah), Christy Mazeda (Fidel), Jamie Handshoe (Lukus), Jason Taravat, Sarah Taravat, Katie Thielmann, Mikey Douglas (Dawn), Nick, Madisyn, Grace and Aiden; and her sister Patricia Rutherford (Jim). She is also survived by 22 great-grandchildren; 1 great-great-granddaughter.
Visitation was held on Friday, October 25th 2024 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Clark Chapel (405 Center St, Dowagiac, MI 49047). A funeral service was held on Friday, October 25th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions may be directed to Caring Circle Hospice.
