Eileen Rae Stroud Obituary (1931

Eileen Rae Thompson Stroud, age 80, passed away Saturday morning, November 26, 2011 at Brentwood Assisted Living in Niles, Michigan. Eileen was born October 11, 1931 in Niles to Harry and Hazel (Skinner) Thompson. On January 24, 1948 in Berrien Springs, she married Charles (Bud) Stroud. Together they shared 63 years of marriage. She resided in Buchanan her whole life, working at Electro-Voice as a young woman and then as a successful realtor for 34 years after receiving her license in the early 70's. In the past as a member of the Oronoko United Methodist Church, she sang in the choir for many years sharing her beautiful voice and love of music. She enjoyed playing cards with friends at the Buchanan Senior Center and attending the Buckteens reunions. Those closest to her will remember her generous spirit and zest for life. Eileen's greatest love was her family, her role as mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband, Bud; sons William (Jean) of Berrien Springs, Gary (Linda) of Buchanan and Kent (Michelle) of Buchanan; grandchildren Amy (Jason) Chapman, Molly (Terry) Nicholson and Jason Stroud; step grandchildren Steven, Angela, Ashley and Greg Winstead; great grandchildren Dominic, Cheyanne, Raegan, Parker, Jaxon and Christopher. She was preceded in death by her parents and her beloved sister, Norma Dokey Morrow. A Memorial Service will be held Monday, December 5, 2011 at 2:00 p.m. at the Oronoko United Methodist Church on Little Glendora Road in Buchanan with visitation from 12:30 to the time of the service. Cremation has taken place. Memorials may be made to the Oronoko United Methodist Church.