June Markey

June B. Markey, 76, of Fargo, North Dakota, passed away on Sunday, April 22, 2007, at Rosewood on Broadway, Fargo. June was born to Gilbert and Gena (Skare) Gronland at Fargo, ND, June 22, 1930. She was raised in Fargo. June married John “Pete” W. Markey August 22, 1949. She was employed as a telephone operator by Northwestern Bell. After retiring, June was a domestic engineer and enjoyed ice skating, hockey, spending time with her family and friends. Grandma June’s greatest love was her grandchildren and their activities. She was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church since 1962. June is survived by her husband, John “Pete” Markey, Fargo, ND; one daughter Peggy; one son, Jim (A.J.) Markey; one daughter-in-law, Debbie Markey; two brothers, Kermit (Dorothy) Gronland; Don (Mary Lou) Gronland; sisters, Marilyn (Deon) Swanson; Lil Gronland; six grandchildren; six great-grandchildren (three sets of twins); many cousins; nieces; nephews; and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents; a son, John; two brothers, Clarence and Gordon Gronland; and one grandchild, Tim. June will be deeply missed. The family will receive friends from 5 – 7 PM, on Tuesday, April 24, 2007, at Messiah Lutheran Church, Fargo, ND, with a Prayer Service at 7 PM. Funeral Service will be Wednesday, April 25, 2007, at 11:00 AM, at Messiah. Burial: Riverside Cemetery, Fargo, ND.