Lori Michelle Mayrand, age 56, of Pinckney, MI, passed away at her home on June 15, 2025, surrounded by her family.
She was born on August 17, 1968, in Ann Arbor, MI, the daughter of David L. Pliner and Lynn M. (Kennedy). She grew up in Pinckney and developed many lifelong friendships, many of which began in elementary and high school. During her high school years, she was a member of the Poms team, and the highlight was performing at the Aloha Bowl. She graduated from Pinckney High School in 1986.
Lori had a dynamic and joyful spirit. She loved spending time outdoors. Always up for an adventure, she competed in mud bogs and derbies. She enjoyed traveling, boating and camping, and trips to the Silver Lake Sand Dunes. She also taught line dancing and was part of a bowling league, where she made many lasting friendships.
Lori was the heart of her family—she was the organizer and the glue that brought everyone together. She was an epic party planner, especially for her kids' birthdays. She enjoyed crafting and cooking, pouring love into everything she did. She was known to prepare far more food than needed, always joking that we "wouldn’t like it anyway."
Above all, Lori was a devoted and proud mother. Her daughters were her world. She was so excited to be a grandma and meet her first and only grandchild, born just a few weeks before she passed away.
Lori is survived by her two daughters, Bailey (CJ) McCrea and Darion (Max Gast) Mayrand; stepdaughter, Brittany (Taylor Christensen) Mayrand; her grandson, Cameron McCrea; mother, Lynn Harvey; brother, Jason (Rickelle) Tomshany; stepsisters, Jen (Bill) Crosby and Jill (Cory) Mann; stepbrother, Paul (Lisa) Tomshany; nieces and nephews: Tony, Justin, Catie (Jake Nelson), Shelby, Laila, Kellen, Quinn, Landon, Sully, Camden, and Kyler; her ex-husband, Jamie (Susan) Mayrand; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, and countless dear friends. She was preceded in death by a cousin, James Douglas Kennedy.
Lori was a fighter, a true warrior in every sense. Her strength, warmth, and humor left a lasting impression on everyone she met. “Long story short”… Lori will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her.
A Celebration of Life will be held on Friday, June 27, 2025, at the Dexter American Legion Hall, 8225 Dexter-Chelsea Road, Dexter, MI 48130, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service beginning at 4:00 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the family via this LINK.
Arrangements by Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home, Chelsea.
