Martha I Timm

Martha Irene Timm passed away on September 19, 2024 at the age of 100. She was born on February 14,1924, in Ionia, Michigan, the daughter  of Bert and Mildred J. (Hess) Mesecar. Martha attended a country school for eight grades before graduating from Hastings High School. After her education, she contributed to the war effort by working at a defense plant for two years. It was during this time that she met her husband, Burdette Albert Timm. They married on June 6, 1944  and enjoyed 72 years together until his passing in 2016 .

Martha embraced her role as a housewife and mother, dedicating herself to the upbringing of their four children. Additionally, she worked at  Hastings Manufacturing for several years. She was a member of the Seventh Day Adventist Church.

Martha enjoyed tending to her flower and vegetable gardens. She spent countless hours canning vegetables, from tomatoes, string beans, beets, and her especially renowned dill pickles. She also enjoyed making homemade strawberry jam and preserving peaches. She loved getting family together, when the children had grown-up, and going for walks. She took great pride in her homes thru the years, cleaning and keeping them spotless.

Preceding her in death were her parents, her husband Burdette, and siblings, Sheldon Mesecar, Margaret Dye, Estelle Kauffman, Leon Mescar, Bruce Mesecar, Leona Thompson, Merton Mesecar, Madeline Pierce, Elwood Mesecar, Bert Mesecar, and Wilma Sheehan. Martha's passing marks the end of an era for the Mesecar family, but her spirit remains a guiding light for all who knew her.

Martha's legacy is carried on by her loving children, Boyd (Linda) Eau Claire, Michigan. Dennis (Patsy) Chapin, South Carolina. Diane (Jo) Medina Tennessee. Tom (Linda) Niles, Michigan. Martha has 8 grandkids and 9 great grandkids.

A memorial graveside service will be held at Hastings Township Cemetery on October 26th at 1:30 p.m. followed by a memorial lunch at Hastings Seventh Day Adventist Church, 904 Terry Lane, Hastings. Arrangements by Girrbach Funeral Home. To leave an online condolence visit:    www.girrbachfuneralhome.net.