Winifred Best

IRON MOUNTAIN - Winifred Best, 99, of Stockbridge Avenue, Iron Mountain, passed away Saturday, March 13, 2010, in her 100th year of life, at ManorCare Health Services in Kingsford. Winifred was born Sept. 23, 1910 in Iron Mountain, daughter of the late John and Ellen (Hopper) Strong. Her father owned and operated a hardware store on Hughitt Street and her family lived upstairs. After graduating in 1928 from Iron Mountain High School, Winifred attended the Dundon Business School and was an accomplished typist. She worked at the Newberry store on Stephenson Avenue until she and George Best were married on Flag Day, June 14, 1934. He preceded her in death on June 7, 2006. She met her husband in 1931 at a christian endeavor, a young people's fellowship. Winifred has been a lifelong member of the First Presbyterian Church of Kingsford, joining when she was 12-years-old. Winifred and George were partners in the family printing business, Best Printing Service. A lifelong resident of the area, she was a member of Kiwanis Auxiliary, as well as the United Presbyterian Church of Kingsford. She was active in the choir, the women's association and Miriam Circle. She also taught Sunday school and served as deaconess. Winifred enjoyed life and lived each day to its fullest. She took great pride in raising a family and enjoyed time with friends. Her hobbies included cooking, walking, knitting, sewing, reading and playing cards. She had credited her long life to her family and friends, her church and working as a partner with her husband in the print shop Winifred is survived by one son, the Rev. Albert (Bonnie) of Duluth, Minn.; two daughters, Nancy Ellen Swee and Carol Jane (John) Best of Petoskey, Mich.; six grandchildren, David Best, Jason Best, Erik Swee, Sonja Brightwell, Derik Swee and Bjorn Swee; five great-grandchildren, Kaylyn, Lucas, Alexandria Brightwell, Tyler and Jacob Best. Besides her husband, she was preceded in death by an infant daughter, Dina Lou Best, five sisters and one brother. A memorial service will take place this summer and will be announced at that time. Condolences may be expressed to the family of Winifred Best online at www.ernashfuneralhomes.com The family has entrusted the Erickson-Rochon and Nash Funeral Home of Iron Mountain with the arrangements.

Winifred Best

March 13, 1911 - March 13, 2010