Doreen Veronica Foreman, 67, of Three Oaks, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, August 19, 2025, in the comfort of her family’s presence.
Her life began November 10, 1957 in Niles, Michigan, the second youngest of eight children born to Otis and Lucille Arndt. She married Mark Foreman on September 17, 2006 in Three Oaks at Real Life Community Church.
Doreen dedicated over thirty years as an administrative secretary at Chikaming Elementary School before enjoying a well-earned and blissful retirement. A devoted member of Real Life Community Church, she lived her faith with grace. She was also a gifted artist, poet, and singer as well as an avid gardener who found beauty and peace in nature. Above all, Doreen was known for her kindness and joy, touching countless lives and leaving a legacy of love.
Doreen will be greatly missed by family and friends. She is survived by her beloved husband of twenty years Mark Foreman of Three Oaks; one daughter, Lori (Chad) Slavens of Bridgman; one son, Joseph (Jennifer) Prenkert of Kalamazoo; two stepsons, Logan (Alesia) Foreman of Kalamazoo, and Jordan (Sara) Foreman of Grand Rapids; two step-grandchildren, Emme Slavens of Bridgman, and Miles Foreman; six sisters, Linda Arndt of Mt. Clemens, Hazel (Gene) Bolin of Rockford, Marilyn (Tim) McIntyre of Richland, Gayle Davis of Lansing, Beth Arndt of Vicksburg, and Elaine (William) Stephens of Canton, Georgia; and a host of nieces, nephews, and cousins.
She was preceded in death by her parents, one brother Daniel Arndt, and one nephew Brian Davis.
Family and friends will gather Thursday, August 28, 2025 from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.in Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, 106 Ash Street East, Three Oaks. A funeral service will be held Friday, August 29, 2025 at Real Life Community Church, 12 Michigan Street, Three Oaks Michigan 49128. An hour of visitation prior to the service, starting at 10:00 a.m. until the time of service at 11:00 a.m.
The family prefers contributions in memory of Doreen be made to Real Life Community Church, 12 Michigan Street, Three Oaks Michigan 49128.
Arrangements have been entrusted to Wagner Family Funerals Pobocik Chapel, Three Oaks. Please share a memory or a message online: wagnercares.com.
Posted On: Friday, August 22, 2025 12:28 PM
