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Floy M. DeFer

May 30, 1927 - November 10, 2016

TRAVERSE CITY – Floy M. DeFer, 89, of Traverse City passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Boardman Lake Glens-Highlander. Floy was born on May 30, 1927 in Traverse City to the late Vivan and Martha (Gould) Helfrich. She married the love of her life Harvey DeFer on May 7, 1949. He preceded her in death in 1979. Floy had been employed as an accounting clerk at the Traverse City State Hospital retiring after 27 years of service. She loved to travel, reading, music, the theater and playing bridge. Floy also enjoyed sports both participating and watching them on television. Floy is survived by her son, Randall DeFer, two grandsons; Matthew (Heather) DeFer and Tyler DeFer. Also surviving are two granddaughters; Autumn DeFer and Hazel DeFer as well as two nieces; April (Chris) Branson and Laurel Gainor. She predeceased by a sister, Wilma Malarik. In accordance with Floy’s wishes cremation has taken place. Those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider a memorial donation to the Cheeryland Human Society or Hospice of Michigan. Please feel free to share your thoughts and memories with Floy’s family at www.reynolds-jonkhoff.com. The family is being cared for by the Reynolds-Jonkhoff Funeral Home and Cremation Services.

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TRAVERSE CITY – Floy M. DeFer, 89, of Traverse City passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016 at Boardman Lake Glens-Highlander. Floy was born on May 30, 1927 in Traverse City to the late Vivan and Martha (Gould) Helfrich. She married... View Obituary & Service Information

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