Signe G. "Grace" Orrey, 78, of Superior, died Saturday, October 20, 2018, at St. Luke's Hospice, Duluth.

She was born August 18, 1940, in Superior, daughter of Newton and Myrtle (Nelson) Birt.

Grace's work history started in Chicago, where she worked as an x-ray technician. Following her time in Chicago, she moved back to Superior and worked many years at local nursing homes as a C.N.A. She was also a foster grandparent for over 5 years. Early in her life, Grace worked the lunch counter at Woolworths.

Some of her interests included camping, fishing, crocheting, bowling, traveling, and being a lifelong caregiver.  However, her greatest love was spending time with her family.

Grace was a member of various clubs, including the Moose Club, Elks Club, Widow's Club, Stroke Club and president of the Bunko Club.

Preceding her in death were her parents; husband, Donald L. Orrey, Sr. in 2005; daughter, Donna Marie; and sister, Carol.

Survivors include her daughters, Deanne (Scott) Orville, Lake Nebagamon, WI, and Doris (Dave) Keklah, Eagan, MN; sons, Donald (Tina) Orrey, Jr., Appleton, WI, and Douglas Orrey, South Range, WI; 8 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; and sister, Verna (Wayne) Davis, Littleton, CO.

Visitation will be from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, October 25, 2018, at Downs Funeral Home, 1617 N. 19 ^th Street, Superior, and will resume at 10 until the 11 a.m. service, Friday, at United Presbyterian Church, 229 N. 28 ^th Street, Superior.

Burial will be at Greenwood Cemetery, Superior.

Following the committal prayers at Greenwood, the family invites everyone back to the church for a luncheon.

To sign the online guest book or send condolences, visit www.downsfh.com