Jolayne A. Cleary

Jolayne A. Cleary, 84, of Mishawaka, passed away Sunday, November 2, 2014, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. She recently moved to Grand Rapids to live near her daughter.

Jolayne was born April 10, 1930 in Mishawaka, the daughter of the late Edwin and Mildred (Tyler) Huffer. Most of her years growing up were spent in Mishawaka.

On May 8, 1954, Jolayne married Richard “Dick” Cleary. They made Mishawaka their home. In retirement they enjoyed spending winters in Naples, Florida

Jolayne was a homemaker. For many years she was a member of St. Monica Catholic Church in Mishawaka where she sang in the choir. More recently she belonged to St. Pius X Catholic Church in Granger. For many years she was involved with Camp Fire Girls. Her interests included horseback riding, working in her yard, flower gardening, traveling and she had a love of nature.

Jolayne is survived by her daughter, Colleen E. (Kurt) Cleary of Grand Rapids; and a grandson, Michael Richard Cleary.

Jolayne was preceded in death by her husband, Dick; and three sons, Richard, Michael and Patrick Cleary.

Services honoring Jolayne’s life will be held Friday, November 7, at 1:30 pm in Goethals & Wells Funeral Home, 503 W. 3rd Street, Mishawaka, with Monsignor William Schooler officiating. Burial will follow at St. Joseph Valley Memorial Park, Granger.

Friends may spend time with Jolayne’s family Friday from 11:00 am - 1:30 pm in the funeral home.

Memorials are suggested to Logan Center or Humane Society of St. Joseph County. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home.