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James David DeCrick

March 19, 1942 — May 4, 2017

DeCrick, James David
Marcellus

Passed away on Thursday, May 4, 2017 at the age of 75. James was born in Kalamazoo on March 19, 1942, the son of the late Milford Joseph DeCrick and Gladys (Peterson) DeCrick. He graduated from Kalamazoo Central High School in 1960. He served his country in the United States Navy from 1960-1964. He was an avid outdoorsman, who enjoyed hunting, fishing and camping. He was a loving husband, father and grandfather, who loved to spend time with his family and attend his children's and grandchildren's sporting activities. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Joan (Masten) DeCrick; four children, Julie Imerzel of Galesburg, James L. (Angel) DeCrick of Lawton, Joseph Sean DeCrick of Marcellus and Brian Edward DeCrick of Marcellus; eight grandchildren, Joshua (Ashley), Channon, Bree (Mitch), Toni (Roy), Jamie, Lauren, Jacob and Landin; seven great-grandchildren; his special longtime friends, Dan Wotalewicz, Wayne & Vicki Avery, Jimmy & Kathy Kallioinen and Gordie & Marge Mero; and numerous extended family and friends. He was preceded in death by his son, David Scott DeCrick; and his sister, Susan Mary Buxton. According to James' wishes, cremation has taken place and no service will be held. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to Hospice Care of Southwest Michigan.


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222 N. Kalamazoo Mall, Suite 100
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
269-345-0273
www.hospiceswmi.org
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