Chelsie Bemis

Chelsie Marie Bemis was born on June 15, 1937, in Detroit Michigan. Chelsie was the daughter of Fred and Oneida Medley and the older sister of Gerald Medley. Survived by her husband Donald L. Bemis, children John Bemis (Michelle) of Norcross, Georgia, Kathryn Bemis of Shelby Township, Michigan, Paul Bemis (Kristin) of Shelby Township, Michigan and Jennifer Bemis-Leathers (Michael) of Bettendorf, Iowa, along with13 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. A Christian memorial service, at Trinity Lutheran Church limited to immediate family only. It has been noted by astronomers that back in 1937, a tiny star was discovered in the vast universe blinking. At the same time, in Detroit, Michigan Chelsie Medley was making her debut as the new addition to the Medley family. Astronomers note that the star remained in the skies but not blinking. Monday, December 21, 2020, the star blinked again as Chelsie Bemis passed by it on her way to eternal happiness. It was also noted that at that same time the Star of Bethlehem appeared with a slightly different hue and she passed by. Chelsie's care and concern for family, kids, people and the community were always at the forefront of her activity calendar for over sixty years. Among her greatest achievements was her leadership in The Picture Lady Program, which helped the Utica Community Schools extended a knowledge and appreciation of classical art which eventually spread not only to students but parents as well. The program eventually expanded throughout Macomb County, the state and even to national outlets. Chelsie spent 25 years as a member on the Utica Community Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence board. Her volunteer efforts extended in many directions. Among them was assisting in a program helping students with foreign languages adjust to the new language of their classmates. Chelsie was an avid advocate for music and singing, ranging from Stratford's best to local productions and her favorite role as a member of the Trinity Lutheran choir. But paramount among her achievements was dedication. The most important aspect of her existence was the love of family. For many years to come that love and dedication, which has spread to children, grandchildren and soon will become part of the treasure chest of memories of great grandchildren and their offspring. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Utica Community Schools Foundation for Educational Excellence or Trinity Lutheran Church, Utica, music program.

Chelsie Bemis

June 15, 1937 - December 21, 2020