Michigan woman Gretna Van Fleet, inspiration behind Greta Van Fleet, dies at 95
Gretna Van Fleet, the Frankenmuth, Michigan woman whose name inspired the rock band Greta Van Fleet, has died at age 95.
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Bavarian Inn co-founder Dorothy Zehnder passes away at 101
Dorothy Zehnder, the co-founder and matriarch of the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Michigan, has passed away at the age of 101. Zehnder spent over 85 years working at the family-owned business, which includes the Bavarian Inn and several other establishments. Known for her cooking, baking, and hospitality, Zehnder played a significant role in putting Frankenmuth on the map and was a beloved figure in the community. She leaves behind a lasting legacy in the hospitality industry and will be remembered for her philanthropy and contributions to Michigan tourism.
Remembering the Legacy of Bavarian Inn Matriarch Dorothy Zehnder
Dorothy Zehnder, the beloved matriarch of the Bavarian Inn in Frankenmuth, Michigan, has passed away at the age of 101. Having dedicated over 85 years of her life to the family-run inn, Zehnder oversaw the service of thousands of people a day and the creation of 900,000 meals a year. Survived by her family, she leaves behind a legacy of community support and culinary expertise, as well as being an inductee in the Michigan Women's Hall of Fame and a recipient of the Saginaw Lifetime Achievement Award.
Bavarian Inn Matriarch Dorothy Zehnder Dies at 101
Dorothy Zehnder, the beloved matriarch of Frankenmuth's Bavarian Inn, has passed away at the age of 101. Known as a humble servant leader, Zehnder dedicated over 85 years to the Frankenmuth community, leaving a lasting impact on restaurants, tourism, and philanthropic organizations. She was a 2020 Michigan Women's Hall of Fame inductee and authored three successful cookbooks. Zehnder's funeral services will be held at St. Lorenz Lutheran Church, and she will be laid to rest next to her husband at St. Lorenz Cemetery. Donations in her honor can be made to St. Lorenz Church or Frankenmuth City Beautification.