Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Longwell, James L. February 20, 2024
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         LONGWELL

James L. Longwell, age 79 of Saranac, Michigan, recently residing in Haslett, 
started his heavenly journey on February 20, 2024. He was born August 28, 1944, 
in Ionia the son of Ralph and Doris Longwell. Jim married the love of his life, 
Carol Swanberg Longwell, on January 21, 1966 in Clarksville.They joyously raised 
3 daughters in Saranac and, were known for their ability to host unforgettable   
parties and gatherings.

He worked at Universal Factory and Adgates Grocery Store in Saranac for 10 
years, then as a correction officer in Ionia for 25 years. Him adored Carol, and 
togethers, they would frequently bask in the sun on the beach, by the pool, or 
on their bicycles. With a  hunger for exploration, Jim also ventured with Carol 
across the many waters of Michigan on their kayaks. From the smallest rivers to
the greatest lakes, they paddled all around the mitten.

Jim was an excellent golfer and a patient teacher of the sport to his family as 
well. Renowned locally in his early years as a multi-sport athlete,Jim was an 
integral teammate on the football, basketball, and baseball teams. Notably, he 
was an all-conference & an all-state athlete for Saranac football.His love for 
sports echoed throughout the lives of his grandchildren  as well.He could always 
be seen at a game or event, rooting on his daughters' talented children.

Jim is survived by his wife Carol, his 3 daughters, Stephanie/Samuel Hickson of 
South Carolina,Stacie/Vincent Sadowski of Cedar, and Jamie/Josh McCoy of DeWitt, 
grandchildren; Benjamin Williams, Lucan/Josie William, Ezekiei/Nancy Hill, Jacob 
Hill, Abigail Hill, Magdalene Hill, Marcus McCoy, Isaac McCoy. Great-grand 
daughtersLeah Williams, Cleo Williams, and Ivy Williams.Siblings Ralph Longwell, 
Steve/Teresa Longwell, Cheryl Knutson, Brenda/Tony Mapes.

Jim was preceded in death by siblings Barbara Zeeryp, Robert Longwell and Gary 
Longwell.

Cremation has taken place, and a memorial service will be held at Saranac 
Community Church, March 4, 2024. Visitation will be at 10 a.m., followed by 
service at 11 a.m and a luncheon at noon. 

Arrangement in care of Lake funeral Home in Ionia. With gratitude for their 
excellent care, Jim's family requests that memorial contributions be made in 
Jim's name to Hospice House of Mid-Michigan. Online condolence may be made at 
www.lakefuneralhomes.com.



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