ARLAN �"JACK HARTWICK
Jack Hartwick, 67, of Cass City, died Sunday, August 6, 2006 at home with his family at his side. He was born March 16, 1939 in Kalamazoo to Arlan and Lucy (McLarty) Hartwick. He married Sharron VanAllen December 30, 1960 in Cass City.
Jack graduated from Cass City High School. He worked for Cass City Grain Elevator for many years. Jack was a volunteer fireman for the Elkland Township Fire Department since 1964 until his last call in 2005. During his many years with the fire department he served many positions including Chief. He also served on the Cass City Ambulance for over 10 years. Jack was a former Deacon at Novesta Church of Christ. He enjoyed woodworking, fixing cars, fishing, playing with his dog and especially spending time with his grandchildren.
Jack is survived by his wife, Sharron; children: Janie (Dale) Kus of Cass City, Arlan �"Scott (Julie) Hartwick of Grand Blanc, Robert (Susan) Hartwick of Cass City, Carol Janos of Marlette, Kevin Hartwick of Cass City; grandchildren: Jordan Kus, Tessa Kus, McKenzie Kus, Michael Hartwick, Zachary Hartwick, Brandon Hartwick, Brooke Hartwick, Collin Hartwick, Jacklyn Janos, Kirsten Janos; sisters: Kay (Rich) Armstrong of Manistee, Cathy (Bob) Williams of Virginia Beach, VA; brothers-in-law: Doug (Hilda) VanAllen of Cass City, Ron (Doris) VanAllen of Troy, Dave (Kim) VanAllen of Canton; several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents and sister, Sharlene.
Funeral service held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 9, 2006 in Novesta Church of Christ with Chuck Emmert officiating. Memorials may be made to Elkland Township Fire Department, United Hospice of Marlette or Novesta Church of Christ. Interment will be in Novesta Township Cemetery. Family and friends may share memories, prayers and stories with the family at www.kranzfuneralhome.com.
Visitation: 7 to 9 p.m. Monday, August 7, 2006; 2 to 5 and 7 to 9 p.m. Tuesday, August 8, 2006; 10 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, August 9, 2006 in church
Arrangements by Kranz Funeral Home, Cass City, Michigan Debra L. Kranz (989) 872-2195
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