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.