Lorene M. Hintz

Mrs. Hintz, age 78, passed away at her home after an extended illness. She had been a resident of West Branch for all of her life. She was married to her husband Norbert for 50 years, he preceded her in death in 1999. She was a member of St. Joseph Catholic Church. She enjoyed feeding the birds, beautiful gardens and spending summers at Burt Lake. Mrs. Hintz is survived by her children--Richard (Traci) Hintz, Michael (Mary) Hintz and Jean Hintz all of West Branch, Patricia Fritz of Saginaw and Mary Hintz of Traverse City. 3 grandchildren--Richard, Mychael and Alyson and a brother, Floyd Simonis of Akota TN. A Memorial Service will be held at 11:00 A.M. on Friday May 7, 2004 at St. Helen Catholic Church. Fr. Richard Seifferly will officate. Memorial Contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association or to the charity of your choice.