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Memorials and Commemorative Gifts Honor Loved Ones by Protecting the Environment

In Memory of Sheridan Edwin Lee

By Carol M. Graham
I first met Sheridan and his wife, Maryion, when our town was starting a recycling effort and many people came together to help.  Later, Maryion ran for county commissioner, and Sheridan supported her all the way.  I campaigned for her and got to know him at that time.  Sheridan loved to talk about issues, and he knew electing top-notch local, state and national leaders was vital to a healthy society.  He took an interest in getting to know good, caring people and helping them run successful campaigns.  He knew good leaders are tremendously important in a democracy and looked to help the good folks who came his way.

I have wanted to give a donation to the Michigan Sierra Club for some time and was planning on giving when Sheridan passed away on June 9, 2011. A memorial celebration of his life, which highlighted his love for his family and his horses was held in the newly refurbished Durant Hotel in downtown Flint this past summer. 

As a representative from the Chapter’s Flint area group, I know all contributions to Sierra Club are carefully spent on large numbers of projects designed to keep Michigan clean and healthy for all. So, in memory and recognition of Sheridan’s life as he worked for democracy and our rightful place in it, I decided to make a donation to the Michigan Chapter in lieu of flowers.  I believe it’s the perfect way to honor Sheridan, who was recently recognized for his work in social justice, for his activism and expertise in helping earnest and caring individuals become political leaders. 

 

Commemorative and Memorial Gifts can help you celebrate important events or remember a loved one by supporting protection of Michigan’s environment.  Jan O’Connell (616-956-6646) can offer suggestions on how to commemorate these important events.