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The angels took Marie into heaven on Tues. Jan. 14, 2014. A former resident of Loretto, Marie Rock died at ManorCare Health Services in Kingsford. She was born on Oct. 1, 1924 in Felch, the
daughter of the late Carl and Julia (Johnson) Lund. Marie graduated from Felch High School in 1945 as co-valedictorian.

She married Arthur "Bucky" Bonetti in Sept. of 1946 in Loretto. He preceded her in death on Nov. 19, 1962. She then married Vertin Rock on Nov. 18, 1970 in Las Vegas. He preceded her in death in October 25, 2001.

Marie was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church. She enjoyed tending to her many beautiful floral gardens, decorating her home in Loretto for every holiday, and bowling. She loved cooking all kinds of Italian food for her family. Marie was famous for her Italian Festival every Christmas Eve. A talented cake decorator, she decorated cakes for birthdays, baptisms, anniversaries, and small weddings. Marie enjoyed playing solitaire and Yahtzee with her family and fishing with Vertin. She taught herself to play the organ and piano by ear. Marie was very pleasant and kind. She will be remembered for always smiling.

Marie is survived by her children Judith (Michael) Janssen of Marquette and Jim (Jean Anne) Bonetti of Neenah, one stepdaughter Jane (Paul) Benedict of Royal Oak, three grandchildren Christina Janssen of Marquette, Brianna Bonetti of Appleton, and Melanie Bonetti of Milwaukee, two step grandchildren Nicole and Tiffany, one step great grandchild Joseph, and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by two step sons James and Gene Rock, four sisters Mae Blomquist, Gladys Willman, Hazel Hallanger, and June Seelund, and one brother Clarence Lund.

Visitation will be Fri. from 2-4pm at Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home. Funeral services will follow at 4pm at the funeral home. Rev. Dr. Michael Langlais will officiate.

Burial will be in the Norway Township Cemetery.

Condolences to the family of Marie A. Rock can be expressed online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com

The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon & Nash Funeral Home with the arrangements.

Cemetery Details

Norway, MI

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Jim, Judy and families,
We've had so many great times at Marie's house in Loretto, those were the good old days. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs to you all...
Danielle (Melelli) Varda

Danielle Varda - January 21, 2014 at 02:44 PM

I was so sorry to hear about Aunty Marie. Her sister, June, was my grandmother. My prayers are with you all.

Melissa Anderson - January 19, 2014 at 03:36 PM

Nancy R. purchased a for the family of Marie A. Rock.

Nancy R. - January 19, 2014 at 01:23 PM

Judy, Jim and Families,

My dear aunt Marie, how I loved her! We certainly had many, many wonderful times together growing up, she was always so sweet and kind. She will always hold a special place in my heart, she will be greatly missed.

I remember the wonderful birthday parties we had as kids and those delicious Bonetti Bar-B-Q's made from beef and pork roasts. We can't forget the Bonetti Gnocchi with butter and your Mom's special cakes.

May special memories of your mother bring you comfort during this most difficult time and may God's peace fill your hearts.

My love and prayers, Cousin Shirl

Shirley DeRidder - January 16, 2014 at 09:29 AM