Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Heaven, Richard 2006
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Lakewood News, 16 May 2006

Richard “Dick” Heaven, age 92, of Clarksville, joyfully entered into the
presence of his Lord on Thursday morning, May 11, 2006.  Dick was born in
Campbell Twp., Ionia County, on December 21, 1913, to Seymour and Cora A (White)
Heaven.  

He graduated from Clarksville High School in 1933, and married Frances Wright on
November 25, 1936.  Frances preceded him in death on January 23, 1976.  Dick and
Frances moved to the Ypsilanti area in 1942 where he was proud to work at Willow
Run making the B-24 bombers.  Following the war, Dick remained in Ypsilanti and
worked as a carpenter until his retirement in 1979.

Dick married Eleanor Beukema in 1977 and moved back to Clarksville in 1981.  In
his retirement years, Dick served as a volunteer fireman in Clarksville until he
turned 90; served on the Clarksville Village Council and acted as Street
Commissioner; was active in the Clarksville Lions Club, was instrumental in
founding, and served on the Board of Directors of the Bear Creek Villa, was a
founding member of the Clarksville Steam and Gas Engine Association; was an
active member of the Clarksville and Lake Odessa Historical Societies; and
served on the Ionia County Economic Development Commission.

Dick’s involvement and influence extended into many areas, but most important to
him were his faith and trust in God, and the love he had for his family.

Dick is survived by his wife, Eleanor; children, Joseph (Rita) Heaven, Linda
(Robert) Soulliere, David Heaven, and Susan (David) Vasher; 11 grandchildren; 22
great grandchildren; and one great great grandson.  He was preceded in death by
his parents; and wife, Frances.

The funeral service was held on Saturday, May 13, 2006 at the South Boston Bible
Church with Rev. Ronald Tuinstra officiating.  Burial took place at Washtenong
Cemetery in Ann Arbor.  The family has suggested that memorial contributions may
be made to the South Boston Bible Church, or Heartland Child Evangelism
Fellowship.  Arrangements by Koops Memorial Chapel in Clarksville.


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