Marie Diane Pender, age 63 of Lapeer, passed away on April 3, 2022. She was born in Detroit on September 8, 1958, to Harvey and Theresa Matthews.

Marie graduated from Lake Orion High School class of 1976. She was a loving Gramma and Mom. She enjoyed boating, camping, and trips to the casino. She also loved watching the deer roam around in the backyard.
Marie is survived by her daughter Renee (Jason Oles) McCormick; son Christopher (Stacy) Pender; grandchildren Kyle McCormick, Keagan Pender, Felicia Duvernois, Zachary Baird and Riley Baird; great-grandchildren Easton and Asher Duvernois; brother Greg (Shelly) Matthews; sister Patricia Echard; best friend Nancy.
Marie was preceded in death by her husband of 35 years Randy Pender; also her parents Harvey and Theresa Matthews.
Arrangements for cremation have been entrusted to Lynch & Sons Funeral Directors – Capstick Chapel in Lapeer. A graveside service will take place at Mt. Hope Cemetery in Lapeer at a later date.