My City January 2023

The Matriarchs of Frankenmuth Irene Bronner and Judy Zehnder Keller Last fall, Frankenmuth, the “little Ba varian city to our north” lost two of its most influential and beloved citizens. On October 16, Irene Bronner of Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland passed away at the age of 95, leaving behind a loving family, a supportive

exploring Bronner’s and enjoying meals at the Bavarian Inn Restaurant & Lodge, and neither would exist if it weren’t for the influ ence and dedication of these two treasured women. MCM was proud to offer a tribute.

community and a world famous shop offering holiday wonders for all.Then, just three days later on October 19, prominent Franken muth businesswoman, Judy Zehnder Keller passed away. She was 77. Many people in Greater Flint have fond memories of

History of the Great Lakes The White Hurricane In November 1913, the Great Lakes were hit with a storm the likes of which none have ever seen before. Its ferocity was unmatched by any in recorded history. Dubbed “The White Hurricane” it left more than a dozen shipwrecks throughout the lakes and took over 250 lives.The White Hur ricane still holds the distinction of being the largest inland maritime disaster in U.S. history. It grew so quickly and at such a time in history, that disastrous effects were inevitable. Once caught in the storm, a ship’s fate was sealed unless it got lucky. Not many were lucky enough. u

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