Mary Jean Root Obituary
We bid farewell to Mary Jean Root of Linden, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 18, 2025 at the age of 92. Mary Jean touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Mary Jean Root to pay them a last tribute.
As Mary Jean departs from our midst, her spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved Mary Jean. Though Mary Jean may no longer walk beside us, her legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Charles Gibson and Ruby Gibson; her husband George Root; and her children, Dexter Root and Cheryl Root.
She is survived by: her sister Charlene Niles; and her children, Russ Root (Jill), Nina Canfield, Mike Root (Tamara), Sue Corden-Root, Kenny Root (Jean), Lisa Alumbaugh (Steve) and Jennifer Root. She is also survived by many grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great great-grandchildren.
