Miss Michigan and later Miss America Pageant finalist in same year of 1951.
She had four grandchildren named Haley, Yessenia, Anthony and Jason. She was born the second oldest of four girls in St. Clair Shore, MI. Her three sisters were named Ina, Betty and Anita. Her sister-in-law was film star Jane Greer.
Her partner at the time of passing was named George Pappas.
