Thomas Raymond Eaton's Obituary
Mr. Thomas R. Eaton, age 73, passed away Wednesday, July 23, 2014 at a local hospital. He was born November 23, 1940 in Grant, MI to Aaron Edra Eaton and Daisie June Gulmire. He was one of eleven children. He married Peggy Ann Regelin on July 8, 1967, and they had 4 children: Loren Dale Regelin, Sherrill Lynn Regelin, Deanna Kay (Larry) Ochs and Shauna Marie (Steven) Bowen; 9 grandchildren: Ciarra Regelin, Loren Regelin III, Josalyn Regelin, Jessica Drummond, Johnny Drummond, Rachel Bowen, Thomas Fazi, Sloan Bowen and Sydney Bowen and 1 great-grandson, Avery McCullum. Tom served in the U.S. Navy for 9 years and retired from American Coil Spring. He enjoyed fishing and visiting with friends at Wolf Lake Tavern and JJ’S Pub. He was preceded in death by both of his parents, 3 siblings, his daughter, Sherrill and a granddaughter, Josalyn. A private family memorial was held per his wishes. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to his loving wife, Peggy Eaton. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel, 737 Apple Ave., (231) 726-5210.
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