Jean M. Tedford

Service details:

A Celebration of Jean's life will be held at 11:00 AM on Thursday, December 12, 2024, at the Watrousville United Methodist Church (4446 W. Caro Rd, Watrousville, MI 48723). Pastor Karl Ziegler will preside. The service will be followed by a luncheon. Following, graveside services will be held in Tuscola Twp. Cemetery.

Jean Marie Tedford, born on March 25, 1965, to Harley and Walla Beth Tedford, passed away peacefully on November 29, 2024, surrounded by love. Known for her vibrant spirit, warm smile, and endless generosity, Jean touched the lives of everyone she met.

Jean had a heart as big as the world and a creative soul that shone through her love of crafting and her deep care for animals. She was a hard worker, always putting the needs of others before her own, and her thoughtfulness and determination were evident in everything she did.

She leaves behind a devoted family who cherished her dearly: her loving companion, Gary Hardy; her sisters, Laurene Tedford, and Ronda Clark; her sister-in-law, Donna Tedford; her stepdaughter, Tiffany Carson; and Honorary Daughter, Sandy Hardy. She was a proud aunt and great-aunt, deeply connected to her nephews: Daniel (fiancée Jenn) Nichol, Troy (Lisa) Tedford, Chad (Tricia) Tedford; niece, Jennifer (David) Heinlein; great-nephews, Hunter (Ivy) Heinlein, David Nichol, Cash Tedford, and Landon Tedford; great-nieces Megan (fiancé Austin Olstrander) Heinlein, and Olivia Tedford. Honorary granddaughters, Jordan (Steve) Merrill, and Jadan Poulos; great-grandchildren, Laklyn & Carson Merrill. 

Jean’s circle extended beyond family to include countless aunts, uncles, cousins, and treasured friends. Her love for her family and friends was steadfast and boundless, and she made every gathering brighter with her presence.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to the American Heart Association in her memory, a fitting tribute to the kind and loving heart that defined her life or to the family to cover remaining funeral and medical expenses. 

Jean Marie Tedford will be remembered for her kindness, creativity, and unwavering love. Though she has left this world, her legacy lives on in the hearts of those she touched. May she rest in peace, forever loved and never forgotten.

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Jean and her family are in the care of Hanlin Funeral Home - Vassar. 1148 W. Saginaw Rd. 48768. Phone (989) 823-8621.

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