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of Ann Arbor, formerly of Chelsea, age 75, passed away Saturday, August 24, 2024 peacefully at her home in Ann Arbor. She was born April 4, 1949 in Glasgow, Scotland, the daughter of James A. Wilson and Mary Ann (Gwynn) Wilson.

In 1967 she met the love of her life, Albert (Al) Schauer while he was stationed in Scotland at the Holy Loch with the US Navy. On September 13^th, 1968 they were married in Maryhill, Glasgow Scotland. In 1970 they returned to Michigan and resided in the Chelsea area until moving to Ann Arbor in 1989.

Margaret worked at DAPCO and Colorbok in Dexter before retiring in 1997. When she was younger, she liked to volunteer at the Chelsea Community Hospital, Chelsea Retirement Center and at blood drives. Maragaret also enjoyed bowling on the Chelsea Lanes Ladies team.

Margaret loved spending time with her beloved grandchildren and family. She loved animals, going to garage sales and thrift stores, camping and being an active member in her church, Covenant Church in Chelsea.

She is survived by her husband, Al; two daughters, Pam (Jesse) Brand of Napoleon; Heather (David) Heydlauff of Chelsea; six grandchildren, Jesse Jr. and Jacob Brand; Sabrina, Travis, Clifford and Ruby Heydlauff; and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, three brothers (John, William and James Wilson), one sister (Lily Sutherland), and one very special friend, Mary Brooks.

Now Margaret can finally achieve one of her dreams of going to the Rainbow Bridge and be reunited with all of her beloved pets again. Per her wishes donations can be made to Cascades Humane Society, 1515 Carmen Drive, Jackson, MI, 49202.

A memorial service will be held Saturday, October 26, 2024, 11:00 a.m. at Covenant Church in Chelsea.  

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