John Earl Rich

John E. Rich of Kalamazoo, passed away December 25, 2014 at Grace of Douglas. John was born February 3, 1939 in Winnebago, NE the son of Lewis and Elsie (Churchill) Rich. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and retired from Tower Automotive. Rich is survived by two sons, John Rich, Jr. and Tim Rich both of Kalamazoo; step daughter Becky; brother, Eugene Rich of Fennville; six grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; special friend Sue Clark. He was preceded in death by a daughter Robin Vander Pratt; brother, Sherman Rich. Cremation has taken place. Arrangements by Parchment Redmond Funeral Home, 2300 East “G” Ave. Parchment, MI 49004 (269) 349-7735. www.redmondfuneralhomes.net