June Marie Macbeth

June Marie Macbeth, 93 (affectionately known as “Junie” and for her strength, grace and enjoyment of a good game of bridge), entered into her heavenly journey on Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019. She was cherished for her love of family and faithful service to church and community.

June was born June 14, 1926 in Plainview, Neb., to Wilhelm and JoHannah (Hansen) Gast.  In 1949 she married William E. Macbeth who preceded her in death in 1984. June graduated from the University of Nebraska with a B.S. in English and speech. She taught in Durand, Manchester, and Tecumseh, Mich. As a member of Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, June ministered as a church council member by reading scripture and playing the piano. June was also an active member of Tecumseh Center for the Arts at its inception. June enjoyed volunteer work on the hospital board, for the hospital auxiliary, the Tecumseh Service Club, her neighborhood book club and was a Boy and Girl Scout leader. She was an avid golfer, bowler, bridge player and held numerous memories from Tecumseh Country Club.

June is survived by her children, William Paul Macbeth of Austin, Texas; Scott (Pamela) Edward Macbeth of Rehoboth, Maine, and daughter Paula Tilton (William) Patteuw of Adrian, Mich.; nine grandchildren, Tyson, Anne, Shannon (Jeff), Katie June, Emily (Ethan), Lauren (Israel), JoHannah, Clara and Alison; three step-grandchildren, Bill, Nicole, and Danielle; and six great-grandchildren. In addition to her husband, William, she was preceded in death by her parents and son-in-law Tom Tilton.

Funeral services for June were held on Monday, Aug. 12, 2019 at Gloria Dei Lutheran Church with Pastor Rick Webb officiating.  Visitation was held on Sunday Aug. 11, 2019 at the church and Monday prior to the service.  Burial followed at Brookside Cemetery.  Memorial contributions may be made to Gloria Dei Lutheran Church. Condolences may be offered to the family at handlerfuneralhomes.com.