Margaret Claire (Walborn) Cousins passed away at the age of 92 in her home in Chelsea on Jan. 18, 2021 surrounded by her family after a battle with cancer.
She was born on July 29, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan to Harold Carleton Walborn and Thelma Louise (Poch) Walborn.
Margaret was much loved by her family and known for her great laugh, her sense of humor and her generosity. She was very creative and always encouraged anyone with artistic talents. Margaret loved decorating, oil painting, sewing and travel, but most of all she loved being with her family.
She was proud of her heritage as a direct descendant of Governor Winslow of the original colonies as well as her German ancestry on her mother’s side.
Margaret attended college at the University of Michigan and graduated from Ross School of Business. She went on to work at U of M as an administrator in the College of Engineering and the Literature, Science and Arts College in the Political Science Department for many years. She had formerly been an accountant for the Ann Arbor Y as well as being a co-owner of several businesses in Ypsilanti, Wayne, and Detroit.
A memorial service will be announced at a later date.
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Eleanor Ann Hiner of Chelsea, formerly of Farmington Hills, age 86, died Sunday, Jan. 17, 2021 at the Chelsea Retirement Community.
She was born Aug. 27, 1934 in Warsaw, Indiana, the daughter of Edward and Ella (Dye) Hanley.
Ann was a member of the Orchard United Methodist Church in Farmington Hills where she actively volunteered in many capacities.
Ann graduated from Wayne State University where she was also a member of Delta Zeta. She was a passionate gardener at home as well as for the Cranbrook House and Gardens Auxiliary. She was very talented at growing beautiful flowers and delicious vegetables. Ann loved to cook, and was always looking for new recipes. She loved to entertain friends and family, especially on Christmas Eve.
A private graveside service was held at the North Farmington Cemetery in Farmington Hills, Michigan. A memorial service will be held at a later date.
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