Larry A. Crouch Sr.
October 4, 1940 – October 6, 2021
Larry Arthur Crouch Sr., 81, of Lakefield Township, died Wednesday morning October 6, 2021 at his residence. Born October 4, 1940 in Bad Axe, son of the late Samuel “Art” and Verinna (Parker) Crouch, Larry owned and operated Crouch Construction in the Grayling area for several years moving to Lakefield Township where he retired in 1998. Larry continued employment in the resort business owning and operating Larry’s on Helmer Bay. His hobbies included hunting and fishing. In addition to his parents, Larry is preceded in death by his wife Carol on June 10, 2014 and daughter Marlene. Survivors include his sons Larry Jr. of Lakefield Township, William (Karen) and Michael all of Atlanta, Michigan; grandchildren Dylan Crouch and Danta Crouch-Woods; great-grandchildren Tielor Daily, Sage Daily and Reaves Porter; brother Thomas Crouch of Tucson, Arizona. Per his request, cremation services were accorded. A memorial service celebrating the life of Larry will be held Friday October 22, 2021 at 11:00 am at the Bethel Community Church, 6509 M-123, Newberry with Pastor Bernie Garlitz officiating. Condolences may be expressed at www.beaulieufuneralhome.com.
Beaulieu Funeral Home in Newberry is assisting the family.
Donald Rex Webb
February 18, 1933 – October 11, 2021
Donald Rex Webb, age 88, of Charlotte, passed away peacefully with his family by his side on Monday, October 11, 2021, at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital. He was born February 18, 1933, in Kalkaska, Michigan the son of Jesse and Mary Louise (Turner) Webb. Don was raised in McMillan in the Upper Peninsula and he was proud of his UP heritage. Don worked as a logger in several UP-lumber camps and drove truck from a very young age. Don graduated from Newberry High School and soon after graduation, he was drafted into the United States Army and honorably served his country during the Korean Conflict. On November 1, 1952, he married the love of his life, Joyce O. Anderson in Manistique. Don was a highly intelligent man with a determined and intentional spirit. He worked for over 30 years for Brown Brothers Construction as a purchaser of heavy equipment and superintendent. Don had his pilot’s license and traveled throughout the country purchasing many pieces of heavy equipment. He was also instrumental in the building of many roads and bridges across the state. Above all Don cherished his family. He was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather. Don also enjoyed his trips to the casino with Joyce. Don is survived by his children: Donald Webb of Northville, Sandy (Wayne) Simpson of Charlotte, Sheryl (Jeff) Towe of Charlotte, Cindy Albrecht of Dimondale, Daryl Webb of Potterville, Randy (Helen) Webb of Manistee; 14 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; and several great great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Joyce on August 11, 2021; mother and father-in-law, Joseph and Helen Anderson; and sister, Viola (Earl) Shope. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, at 2 P.M. at the Burkhead-Green-Kilgo Funeral Home with Laura Cooper officiating. The family will receive friends one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. Those desiring may make contributions in Don’s honor to the family and they will forward them onto Spectrum Butterworth Hospital and Palliative Care. To view Don’s obituary online or to leave a condolence for the family please visit www.burkhead-green-kilgo.com
