James Ettinger, 60

James Dale Ettinger, 60, of Sturgis, Mich., passed away Monday June 8, 2009, at his home.He was born May 10, 1949, in Sturgis, Mich., a son to the late Albert and Thelma (Snook) Ettinger.James Dale was a lifelong resident of Sturgis and had been employed by the Grav-i-Flo Corporation for many years, until he was forced to retire due to health reasons.He is survived by four brothers, Eugene Ettinger of Mendon, Kenneth (Judy) Ettinger of Sturgis, and Lester Ettinger of Sturgis and Lyle (Denise) Ettinger of Georgia and many nieces and nephews.His parents and one brother; David Ettinger preceded him in death.In accordance with his wishes cremation has taken place. A memorial graveside service and burial of the ashes will take place at 11 a.m. Tuesday at the Oak Lawn Cemetery in Sturgis.The Hackman Family Funeral Homes Hackman Chapel, 114 S. Nottawa St., Sturgis, MI 49091 is entrusted with the arrangements.Memorial donations would be appreciated to the charity of ones choice.