Lisa E. Dubois, 48 years, of Monroe, MI went home to be with the Lord On Tuesday, August 16, 2011 at the University Hospital in Ann Arbor, MI.

   Born in Detroit, MI on November 11, 1962, Lisa was the daughter of Richard A. and Dorothy L. (Smith) Lewis. Lisa was a 1980 graduate of Trenton High School in Trenton, MI. Lisa furthered her education by receiving her bachelor’s degree from the University of Louisville in 1987 and her master’s degree, with honor’s in 1988.

   On June 18, 1983 Lisa married Martin J. Dubois in Trenton, MI. They have lived in Monroe since 1988.

   Lisa was a self employed licensed professional counselor. Prior to her self employment Lisa worked for 10 years at Monroe County Mental Health.

   Lisa was a very active and involved member of Redeemer Fellowship Church. She was a commissioned Watchman on the Wall for Israel. She was very involved in missions, traveling to Africa, Bangladesh, India and many other countries. Lisa was active politically and enjoyed traveling, skiing and dogs. Most of all she loved family.

   Lisa is survived by her husband Marty, her parents Richard and Dorothy of Kingwood, TX, 4 siblings; Karen Lewis of Monroe, Richard (Lisa) Lewis of Olive Branch, MS, Jeff (Natalie) Lewis of Edmond, OK, and Lori (Clay) Carroll of Kingwood, TX, her mother in law; Audrey Dubois, and 32 nieces and nephews.  Sadly, she was preceded in death by her father in law; Stanley Dubois.

   Visitation will be held on Friday from 11:00 AM to 9:00 PM in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd., in Monroe, MI. On Saturday, August 20, 2011 she will lie in state at Redeemer Fellowship Church from 10:00 AM until funeral services celebrating her life at 11:00 AM. The Rev. John Piippo pastor of the church will officiate. Interment will follow.

   Memorial contributions are suggested to the Humane Society of Monroe County.