Obituary of Gerrie Kay Arsenault

Gerrie Kay Walker was on born October 8, 1958, in Charleston, West Virginia. She was one of five children born from the union of Jerry and Wanda (Mullins) Walker. Gerrie wed Maurice “Rocky” Arsenault on December 22, 1979. The couple would be blessed with a son and daughter. Gerri simply adored her husband and he was the center of her world.   Everything she did was for family and she devoted her life to caring for their needs as a homemaker. She even extended her love to several foster children.

The consummate lady, Gerrie always looked her best, even if she were painting her home or refinishing furniture. She wouldn’t even walk to the mailbox without her cosmetics perfectly applied and famously said “a lady always wears lipstick”. Gerrie was constantly adding to her extensive wardrobe. She also enjoyed perusing antique stores in search of hidden treasures. Gerrie embraced her femininity rarely being seen in pants and often dressed in dresses and pink was her color.

A kind and gentle woman, Gerrie was full of life and love. Although she was shy and reserved for the most part, Gerrie loved to laugh and the silliest things amused her. She enjoyed hosting backyard parties and watching her grandchildren enjoy themselves riding ATV’s around the yard. Gerrie’s idea of the perfect evening was watching the sun set while sipping on peach tea.

Gerrie Kay Arsenault, age 63, of Monroe, passed away unexpectedly at 9:05am, on Sunday; August 7, 2022.   Her passing was preceded by her mother; a brother: Keith Walker; one granddaughter: Chloe Arsenault; her brother-in-law: Roger Arsenault; her father and mother-in-law: Bruno and Margaret Arsenault; and canine companions, Yorkies: “Mimi” and “Bella” who were always at her side.

To cherish her memory, she leaves: her husband of nearly forty-three years: Maurice “Rocky” Arsenault; her father and stepmother: Jerry (Diane) Walker; two children: Derrick (Shannon) Arsenault and Erica Arsenault; one sister: Terrie (David) Alderman; three brothers: Tim Walker, Mark Walker, and David (Courtney) Walker; and three grandchildren: Paige Arsenault, Avery Arsenault, and Brooklyn Arsenault.

Friends may gather on Thursday; August 11, 2022, from 4:00pm until 6:00pm at Merkle Funeral Service, North Monroe; 2442 North Monroe Street, Monroe, Michigan 48162 (734) 384-5185. A Celebration of Her Life, led by Pastor Kevin Spencer, will take place at 6:00pm, also at Merkle’s. Cremation will follow through Covenant Cremation of Erie.

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