Obituary of Jeanne Marie Ordiway

Jeanne Marie Ordiway, age 86, of Pinconning Michigan died peacefully at home on July 26, 2024. She was born September 23, 1937, in Isabella County to Carl Philp and Bertha [Burton] Philp. She was the oldest of six children. Siblings included Beverly Philp, Sharon [Dan] Monroe, Jim Philp, Marilyn Kay Philp, and infant brother, Carl. Jeanne’s parents and siblings have all predeceased her.

She is survived by her husband of nearly 50 years, Robert “Jim” Ordiway; daughter, Pamela [Jeff] Fant, sons, Dennis [Michael Stoner] Curtis, Richard Curtis, Robert [Karen] Ordiway, and Gerald [Theresa Paxton] Ordiway; many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, and several nieces and nephews.

Jeanne was a licensed beautician and a member of the Rotary Club of Pinconning & Standish. Her other interests included square dancing, crocheting, and baking for family and friends.

As per her wishes, cremation has taken place. Inurnment will be at the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly Michigan, where a private memorial service will be held at a later date.

The family would like to thank the staff of Compassus Hospice [Amber, Roger, and Sarah] and Dr. Brent Raap for their compassionate help and guidance during Jeanne’s final weeks. Those planning an expression of sympathy and wanting to honor her memory are asked to consider memorial contributions to Compassus Hospice of Saginaw, 5889 Bay Road, Suite 103, Saginaw MI 48604.  To sign online guestbook, visit www.cremationsocietymidmi.com  Arrangements made with the Cremation Society of Mid Michigan.

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