Born February 26, 1928 in Detroit, Michigan. Returned to the loving embrace of the Father on August 28, 2008. Marguerite married Stanley Louis Abromaitis on December 16, 1944 at St. Theresa's Roman Catholic Church in Detroit. They remained devoted companions until his death in 2001. Marguerite received a Bachelors of Science in Education from the University of Detroit in 1962. She taught junior and senior high school in Livonia, MI from 1962-1978. She was the first history department head of Stevenson High School in Livonia. Marguerite loved travel, dancing and music, especially the standards of the Sinatra era. As a teenager, Marguerite interviewed celebrities like Bob Hope and Ray Bolger for her school newspaper. She wanted to be a big band singer, and sang on WXYZ Radio in Detroit. She was proud to be part of the greatest generation, and worked with the War Ordinance under Col. James Cousin in Detroit during WWII. Marguerite patronized many charities, and veteran's and children's organizations remained close to her heart throughout her life. She also had a special devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary. Marguerite cherished her roles as wife, mother, grandmother and teacher. She regarded her family as her greatest legacy. We thank her for her unconditional love and support. Marguerite is survived by her children, Stanley (Sara) Abromaitis, Bakersfield, CA; Diane (Robert) Whelan, Brentwood, TN; Constance Compton, Brentwood, TN; Paul (Stacey) Abromaitis, Dryden, MI and Michele (Robert) Hood, Franklin, TN. She is also survived by 14 grandchildren, seven great grandchildren and a brother, Clinton (Emily) Fotherby, New Port Richey, FL. Marguerite is preceded in death by her beloved husband, Stanley, and her parents, Clinton Leroy and Marion (Garney) Fotherby. The family wishes to thank Alive Hospice and our friends and neighbors for their compassion and love. Visitation will be held from 2-7 p.m. on Monday, September 1 at the Brentwood-Roesh-Patton Funeral Home in Brentwood, TN. Rite of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, September 2 at St. Phillip's Catholic Church in Franklin, TN. Brentwood Roesch-Patton Funeral Home, 9010 Church Street East, Brentwood, TN 37027, 615-373-3040