George Staffan

There are a number of families that are synonymous with Chelsea. One of those families is the Staffan family. The Staffans go back over 150 years when Frank A. Staffan established a funeral home in Chelsea. The funeral home exists today as the Staffan-Mitchell Funeral Home.

George Staffan was the fourth generation of Staffans to own the funeral home. This funeral home was host to George's funeral last week after he died at his home in Luzerne, Michigan on New Year's Day at the age of 95.

George lived near City Hall and I would frequently see him and was able to spend some time with him when he was out an about at City Hall or in the downtown. George was remarkable for a person of his age. His mind was very sharp and he was in good physical condition.

George will be missed. He leaves an amazing legacy in our City including parts of the site where the Chelsea District Library is located.

Godspeed to you George and may God bless your family!