Richard Laverne Castenholz's Obituary
Richard Laverne Castenholz age 86, of Ravenna, MI died Saturday, May 14, 2022 at home surrounded by his loving family.Richard was born on August 4, 1935 in Ravenna, MI to the late Edward N. and Dorothy F. (Morey_ Castenholz. He married Joyce Ann (Emmorey) Castenholz on October 16, 1953 in Bailey, MI. Richard is survived by his wife of 68 : Joyce A. Castenholz of Ravenna, Daughter: Linda (Harvey) Poling of Kent City, 2 Sons: Ricky Castenholz and Dennis Castenholz both of Kent City. 6 Grandchildren and 20 Great Grandchildren. 2 Sisters: Donna Cooper of Muskegon and Sharon (Myron) Brown of Grant. 3 Brothers: Donald (Rita) Castenholz of Tennessee, William (Betty) Castenholz of Kent City and Carl (Mary) Castenholz of Ravenna. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive.He was preceded in death by his parents and Sister Rose Cole.Cremation has taken place with a Celebration of Life at a later date. Burial will be in Chubbic Cemetery.Memorials may be directed to: Ravenna Baptist Church.Go to: www.throopfhravenna.com or Facebook @ Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna Inc. to sign the online guestbook.The Throop Funeral Home of Ravenna is in charge of funeral arrangements. 231-853-6511
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