Garth R. MacLaren

Garth R. MacLaren,  59,  of Ithaca MI, passed away unexpectedly at his home on Monday, March 12th 2018. 

The memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 17th at Emerson Township Hall from 2:00 to 5:00pm located at 2976 N. Baldwin Rd Ithaca.  Join the family to celebrate his life.

Garth was born in Alma, MI on May 21, 1958.  He was born to Kay (Kiser) Wold and Mack MacLaren.  Then raised by his grandparents Rowena and Francis Kiser.  He graduated from Ithaca High School.

Garth was married to Linda on September 22, 1979; they were married 38 years.

Garth loved driving truck for many years spending much of the latter years of his career working alongside his youngest son.  He liked being busy and was known as a hardworker.  He enjoyed talking to anyone who would listen.  He enjoyed flying, camping, and fishing.  He found joy in farming on the family farm.

Garth is survived by his wife, Linda; two sons Nathan (Melissa) and Nicholas (Dana); 6 grandchildren Evan, Charlee, Alma Macy, Garret, Ethan, and Helen.  He was preceded in death by his grandson Arlen.

In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given to the American Cancer Society in memory of Garth's many family and friends who have battled cancer.

The family is being served by the Barden Funeral Home in Ithaca. Condolences may be left for the family online at www.bardenfuneralhome.com.

Comments

[Sherah MacLaren]

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

[Rachel Glover Hunter]

Sorry for your loss. Thoughts and prayers to you all

[Linda Hyde]

My prayers for all those close to Garth: May the Lord hold you all and give you comfort at this most difficult time with Love and Peace. Love to you all.

[Brandi Warczinsky]

To all you wonderful MacLarens: may you find peace in this unexpected loss. God comforts the hurting and broken-hearted. Prayers for all of you.

[Larry Sandel]

Sorry for your loss

[Don and Pam Prouty]

So sorry!! He will be missed.

[LanaRay Ackels Benton]

My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

[Carlos Villalobos]

Thoughts and prayers are with you, so sorry to hear about your loss! Garth was an amazing man!

[Mary McClain]

Prayers to you and your family in this time of need.

[Pam Henrys]

Words never seem to be enough..
My thoughts and prayers for the family.

[Gary & Shirley Mikesell]

Dear Linda and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Garth's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers at this time. May the Lord give you comfort and peace in the days and weeks to come.

[Archers Truck & Trailer Repair]

Sympathies to the Macclaren Family. Garth was a customer and a friend. He will be missed.
All of us at Archers Truck & Trailer Repair

[David & Christine Wold]

So very sorry!!! We will miss him & phone calls/text to just chat! Great person to call for a fun conversation about anything. Love & prayers to all hearts that are hurting & missing a wonderful man.

[Linda Devuyst]

Dear Linda and family I am sorry for the loss of Garth. I sure will be praying for all of you. May you find your comfort in the Lord. Love, Linda DeVuyst

[Rick & Lana Allen]

Linda and Family. Our Prayers and Thoughts are with at this time of Garths passing.God will give you comfort and peace.

[Jim]

Sorry for your loss

[Annette Kiser Rayburn]

My brother my friend gone, but you left behind a lifetime of memories
Laughs, fights, and I will never forget you standing by dad when I left to go to Germany, how could I leave you.
You made my life better, certainly more fun, possibly more frustrating but definitely full of love. Always proud to call you my brother.
You my friend will so missed. Love Annette

[Perry E Roberson]

My Condolences are with you at this time of great sorrow .

[Sheldon]

Dear Linda, Nathan, Nick, and all
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Garth was a special friend to us as a family and always gave his best when he drove for us. He gave $50 to our children to get their first dog, and so enjoyed watching them play with Hershey. We still have offspring from her in South Texas. Wishing you all special comfort from God.
Our love....
Sheldon, Gayle, Michael, and Andree Haynes
Jason and Stephanie Warkentin

[Babe Quintrall]

I am sorry for your loss of Garth. May the “God of all comfort “ embrace you and bring to your minds joyful memories. All the best wishes for your family at this time, take care.