Obituary of Imogene Rorke
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Imogene Louise Rorke, age 76, of Monroe passed away on Sunday, February 8, 2015 at her home surrounded by her loving family.
A lifetime area resident who was employed at Danny's Market, several other grocery stores and Howard Ternes Packaging, retiring in 2000 after more than twenty years of employment.
She was a loving mother and devoted her entire life to raising her six children to make sure they had everything they ever needed. She enjoyed spending time with her family, reading and traveling.
Surviving are six children: Douglas Rorke of Monroe, Tamra (Edmund) Gratz of Port Huron, Tara Dye of Monroe, Chad Rorke of Monroe, Tonya (Kenny) Rose of Monroe, Eric Rorke of Monroe; one sister Linnie (Darrell) Clawson of Erie; twelve grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and many nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents: James and Anna Bussell; two sisters: Thelma Balcerzak and Joyce Kelley; four sons: Rickey Rorke, Nickey Rorke, Dale Rorke and Dean Rorke.
Friends may gather from 6:00pm until 7:00pm on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 at Merkle Funeral Service, 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe (734)384-5185. A Celebration of Her Life will take place at 7:00pm on Tuesday, February 10, 2015 also at Merkle's.
Online guests may leave words of inspiration and comfort, send a floral arrangement, share a photo, or make a donation by visiting www.merklefs.com and then selecting the Online Tributes page.