Annabelle L. Wernly, 80 years, of Monroe, MI passed away on Sunday, October 16, 2011 at Rose City Bortz Nursing Home in Rose City, MI. Annabelle had been in declining health for the past 2 years.
Born December 22, 1930 in Monroe, Annabelle was the daughter of the late Lester and Naomi (Reifer) Barton. On October 25, 1947 in Monroe, Annabelle married her beloved husband John M. Wernly.
A homemaker, Annabelle enjoyed socializing with family and friends, crafts, sewing, quilting, playing cards, bingo and puzzles.
Annabelle is survived by her beloved husband of nearly 64 years; John, a son and daughter in law, whom they made their home with, Melvin J. and Sue Wernly of Monroe, 2 grandchildren; Steven and Kaitlyn Wernly, a brother; Marvin (Phyllis) Barton of FL, and 2 sisters; Shirley Boudrie and Betty (Larry) Stroud both of Monroe. In addition to her parents Annabelle was preceded in death by a brother Kenneth Barton.
Visitation will be held on Thursday from 3-8 PM in the Bacarella Funeral Home, 1201 S. Telegraph Rd. in Monroe where funeral services celebrating her life will be held on Friday, October 21, 2011 at 1:00 PM. The Rev. Katherine Kolodziejczyk, pastor of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church will officiate. Interment will follow at Roselawn Memorial Park.