Norval Byron Beane

Norval Byron Beane, 83, of Bremen, passed away on Monday, August 13, 2012 at home. He was born on May 28, 1929 to Lyle and Nora (Romer) Beane in Reed City, Michigan. He married Elsie Ellen Litchfield in 1956; she preceded him on April 2, 2010.

Norval worked for Alro Steel. He was an avid golfer and bowler. He was a member of the Plymouth Moose Lodge and the Walkerton Square Dance Club. He enjoyed being on the water, being outside, and watching the grandkids play ball. Norval is remembered by his family as a loving husband, father, and grandfather.

Norval is survived by a son, Gary (Phyllis) Beane of Rochester; a daughter, Sharon (Pat) Schutz of Bremen; three grandchildren, Jeremy (Chrissy Clingerman) Schutz, Christopher Schutz, and Toireasa (Zack) Hundt; a great-grandson, Ethan Schutz; a great-granddaughter, Natalie Hundt; and two sisters, Joyce Boocker of Bremen and Leona (John) Stoneburner of Michigan.

He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Elsie; and a brother, Robert Beane.

A funeral service will be held on Friday, August 17, 2012 at 10 AM at Mishler Funeral Home, Bremen. Pastor Neil Wonnacott will officiate with burial in the Bremen Cemetery following the service.

Friends may call from 4-8 on Thursday, August 16, 2012 and one hour prior to the service at the funeral home.

Memorials may be given to Center for Hospice Care.