Dave Hoard, 68

David R. Hoard, age 68, of Bronson, passed away Sunday, Sept. 9, 2018, at his home, surrounded by his family.
Dave was born Nov. 26, 1949, in Battle Creek, a son of the late Ralph and Mary (Guthrie) Hoard.
He had lived all his life in the Colon and Bronson area, where he had farmed and also was a self-employed truck driver. Dave was a jack of all trades.
On Dec. 30, 1995, he married Renee Millard in Colon.
He is survived by his wife, Renee Hoard, of Bronson; a daughter, Monica (Bobby) Hodge of Centreville; stepchildren Matthew (Shianne) Van Wormer of Mendon and Racheal Van Wormer of Vicksburg; grandchildren Kayla, Cody, Katalyna, HallieAnn, Chelsia, Landon, Shali and Kylee; three great-grandchildren Jaycob, Joseph and Colton; a sister, Sharon Jefferies of Battle Creek; and several nieces and nephews.
Dave was preceded in death by a stepdaughter, Samantha J. Van Wormer.
In keeping with his wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service celebrating the life of David R. Hoard will be held at 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 29, 2018, at Schipper Funeral Home in Colon.
If desired, memorials may be made to the family. Envelopes are available at the funeral home.