Mr John William Baldwin's Obituary
John William Baldwin passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday April 18, 2013. He was 71 years old. John was born on August 29, 1941 to Charles and Lela (Nagle) Baldwin in Hart, Michigan. John was blessed with 4 children and a lifelong marriage to Verna (Raider). He was a Business Manager for the Laborers Union for over 27 years. He enjoyed the Oceana and Pamona Grange, traveling, and fishing, but first and foremost was always his family. John was a selfless, loving provider for his family who will be deeply missed. SURVIVORS include his wife of over 52 years Verna; 1 son Bruce Baldwin; 3 daughters, Trudy (Greg) Rosema, Toni (Greg Follett) Baldwin, and Tammi (Henry Felcoskie) Denhof; 10 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren; and 1 brother Charles Baldwin. He was preceded in death by his parents; and grandson John Baldwin. SERVICES will be held at 1:00pm on Friday April 26 at The Sytsema Chapel 737 Apple Ave 231-726-5210. VISITATION will be held on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8pm. MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS can be made to Mercy Heart Center.
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