Floyd
Floyd C. Black
Floyd passed away Friday, December 2, 2016 at Park Place Assisted Living in Kalamazoo.
He was born July 15, 1930 in Hillsdale the son of Clarence and Mary “Mae” (Clark) Black. Floyd served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. After his service Floyd did some farming before going to work as an Industrial Engineer. He retired from Lowell Engineering in the early 1990’s. Floyd had also been a preacher in Allegan for 3 years and had taught Sunday school, helped with the Christian Youth Crusaders, and had been a substitute bus driver. He also enjoyed helping at the senior center, volunteering with hospice and helping with the census. In his spare time he enjoyed playing chess and the harmonica. Floyd was a member of the Friendship Wesleyan Church in Plainwell and the Gideons. He was a patriotic family man who adored his grandchildren. On January 22, 1955 in Angola, IN he married Marilyn McDowell who passed away in 2011.
Surviving are his children, Michael (Ruth) Black of Williamston, Margaret “Peggy” (Phil) Perry of Wetumpka, AL, Susan “Becky” (Richard) Pfau of Plainwell, Cynthia “Cindy” (Terry) Trammell of Cordova, TN and Mary (George) Washburn of Otsego; 15 grandchildren and their spouses; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; great-granddaughter, Emma Grace Hirt and by his siblings, Donna Web, Walter Miller and Earl Black.
Friends may meet with Floyd’s family from 4-8 P.M., Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the Friendship Wesleyan Church in Plainwell with Pastor Kevin Smith officiating.
Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Military Honors by Otsego VFW Post #3030.
Contributions in memory of Floyd may be made to the Friendship Wesleyan Church or to the charity of choice.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
.
Offer Condolence for the family of Floyd C. Black
Condolence Messages
Lorna & Craig Sisson
December 3, 2016 at 9:43 pm
So very sorry for your great loss. I remember your dad/grandpa as a very kind man with a wonderful smile. Hold your memories close and may God give you His peace at this difficult time.
In Christ’s Love,
Craig and Lorna Sisson
Reply
dawn dines ogden
December 4, 2016 at 12:56 pm
So very sorry to hear of Floyd’s passing.
Reply
Vicki and Terry Weber and Family
December 4, 2016 at 2:48 pm
Sending our condolences to the entire Black Family.
Know that we are thinking of you and are sadden by your loss.
Love from
Vicki, Terry, Scott and Nicole Weber
Reply
Viola Miller-Hogberg
December 5, 2016 at 11:29 am
So sorry to hear of your loss/heaven’s gain. I have been away a lot since my first husband you all knew, Robert (Bob) Miller. But since my 2nd husband’s death in MN in Aug., I have moved back to Kazoo again. Since I depend on others for transportation, unless I find some one from here to ride with, I will not be able to attend services, for Pete, Please know that I have many wonderful memories of your Mom and Dad. May our God bring you comfort knowing your dad had long ago came to have a personal relationship with the Babe of Bethlehem who died to bring Salvation to us. Your friend. Vi Miller-Hogberg
Reply
Dawn Playford-Byers
December 6, 2016 at 9:58 am
It was my hope that I would be able to be with all of you to share the love we have as a family; the realization has set in I can’t. I am guessing that is why GOD gave us the time at Borgess to support each other. Would have never believed any happy memories could have came out of it; but they did. Even tho we all know Uncle Pete is in heaven with no more pain and is reunited with Aunt Marilyn, it still leaves a huge empty spot here on earth. Everyone of you are in my prayers that GOD will provide the love and strength you need. I love each of you, Dawn
Reply
Dawn Edwards
December 7, 2016 at 3:06 pm
Sending my deepest sympathies to all of you, and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this time of great loss.
It was lovely to hear Shannon’s words at today’s service. One could feel the great love that you share as a family. I loved the description of the grandchildren running to grandpa’s lap in order to be safe from penalties for any wrong-doings. Brought such sweet images to my mind and I could just imagine the great smile on your father/grandfather’s face.
What a beautiful family….And, I loved hearing the pastor remark of the recollection of your parents that they had started this. The world is a better place for their gift.
I’m so sorry that I was not able to attend the graveside service or the luncheon, but I treasure seeing all of the photos and seeing the beautiful legacy that your parents have left behind.
Sending you much love,
Dawn Edwards
Reply
Leave a Condolence
Cancel reply
Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked
*
Comment
*
Name
*
Email
*
Δ
Obituary Notification Service
Enter your email address if you would like to be notified when a new obituary notice is posted:
Search Obituaries
How do I send a condolence
At the bottom of this page, you will find a condolence form. You will need to fill out some basic information prior to typing your message. (We will not share your e-mail address with anyone) Once you are finished, simply click the submit condolence button. The condolence will be approved before it is published to the web site.
Share This Obituary
Your Name
*
Your Email
*
Their Name
*
Their Email
*
Message
CAPTCHA
Comments
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Δ
He was born July 15, 1930 in Hillsdale the son of Clarence and Mary “Mae” (Clark) Black. Floyd served his country in the US Army during the Korean Conflict. After his service Floyd did some farming before going to work as an Industrial Engineer. He retired from Lowell Engineering in the early 1990’s. Floyd had also been a preacher in Allegan for 3 years and had taught Sunday school, helped with the Christian Youth Crusaders, and had been a substitute bus driver. He also enjoyed helping at the senior center, volunteering with hospice and helping with the census. In his spare time he enjoyed playing chess and the harmonica. Floyd was a member of the Friendship Wesleyan Church in Plainwell and the Gideons. He was a patriotic family man who adored his grandchildren. On January 22, 1955 in Angola, IN he married Marilyn McDowell who passed away in 2011.
Surviving are his children, Michael (Ruth) Black of Williamston, Margaret “Peggy” (Phil) Perry of Wetumpka, AL, Susan “Becky” (Richard) Pfau of Plainwell, Cynthia “Cindy” (Terry) Trammell of Cordova, TN and Mary (George) Washburn of Otsego; 15 grandchildren and their spouses; 16 great-grandchildren; siblings and many nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; great-granddaughter, Emma Grace Hirt and by his siblings, Donna Web, Walter Miller and Earl Black.
Friends may meet with Floyd’s family from 4-8 P.M., Tuesday, December 6, 2016 at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 A.M., Wednesday, December 7, 2016 at the Friendship Wesleyan Church in Plainwell with Pastor Kevin Smith officiating.
Burial will follow at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.
Military Honors by Otsego VFW Post #3030.
Contributions in memory of Floyd may be made to the Friendship Wesleyan Church or to the charity of choice.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
.
Offer Condolence for the family of Floyd C. Black
Condolence Messages
Lorna & Craig Sisson
December 3, 2016 at 9:43 pm
So very sorry for your great loss. I remember your dad/grandpa as a very kind man with a wonderful smile. Hold your memories close and may God give you His peace at this difficult time.
In Christ’s Love,
Craig and Lorna Sisson
Reply
dawn dines ogden
December 4, 2016 at 12:56 pm
So very sorry to hear of Floyd’s passing.
Reply
Vicki and Terry Weber and Family
December 4, 2016 at 2:48 pm
Sending our condolences to the entire Black Family.
Know that we are thinking of you and are sadden by your loss.
Love from
Vicki, Terry, Scott and Nicole Weber
Reply
Viola Miller-Hogberg
December 5, 2016 at 11:29 am
So sorry to hear of your loss/heaven’s gain. I have been away a lot since my first husband you all knew, Robert (Bob) Miller. But since my 2nd husband’s death in MN in Aug., I have moved back to Kazoo again. Since I depend on others for transportation, unless I find some one from here to ride with, I will not be able to attend services, for Pete, Please know that I have many wonderful memories of your Mom and Dad. May our God bring you comfort knowing your dad had long ago came to have a personal relationship with the Babe of Bethlehem who died to bring Salvation to us. Your friend. Vi Miller-Hogberg
Reply
Dawn Playford-Byers
December 6, 2016 at 9:58 am
It was my hope that I would be able to be with all of you to share the love we have as a family; the realization has set in I can’t. I am guessing that is why GOD gave us the time at Borgess to support each other. Would have never believed any happy memories could have came out of it; but they did. Even tho we all know Uncle Pete is in heaven with no more pain and is reunited with Aunt Marilyn, it still leaves a huge empty spot here on earth. Everyone of you are in my prayers that GOD will provide the love and strength you need. I love each of you, Dawn
Reply
Dawn Edwards
December 7, 2016 at 3:06 pm
Sending my deepest sympathies to all of you, and keeping you in my thoughts and prayers at this time of great loss.
It was lovely to hear Shannon’s words at today’s service. One could feel the great love that you share as a family. I loved the description of the grandchildren running to grandpa’s lap in order to be safe from penalties for any wrong-doings. Brought such sweet images to my mind and I could just imagine the great smile on your father/grandfather’s face.
What a beautiful family….And, I loved hearing the pastor remark of the recollection of your parents that they had started this. The world is a better place for their gift.
I’m so sorry that I was not able to attend the graveside service or the luncheon, but I treasure seeing all of the photos and seeing the beautiful legacy that your parents have left behind.
Sending you much love,
Dawn Edwards
Reply
Leave a Condolence
Cancel reply
Please share your message of condolence with the family, It will be visible to the public but your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked
*
Comment
*
Name
*
*
Δ
Obituary Notification Service
Enter your email address if you would like to be notified when a new obituary notice is posted:
Search Obituaries
How do I send a condolence
At the bottom of this page, you will find a condolence form. You will need to fill out some basic information prior to typing your message. (We will not share your e-mail address with anyone) Once you are finished, simply click the submit condolence button. The condolence will be approved before it is published to the web site.
Share This Obituary
Your Name
*
Your Email
*
Their Name
*
Their Email
*
Message
CAPTCHA
Comments
This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged.
Δ
Guestbook
Visits: 0
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the
Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Service map data © OpenStreetMap contributors