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Hugh G. Bristol, Jr., age 79, of Gowen, passed away Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Spectrum Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids. The son of Marian (Peck) & Hugh G. Bristol, Sr., he was born on July 27, 1935 in Grand Rapids and was a U.S. Army veteran, serving as part of the Army of Occupation in Germany during the Korean War.

On October 25, 1957, in Belding, he married Sue Ann VanVlerah and together they raised three children and enjoyed 57 years of marriage. Hugh was a loyal employee of the Steelcase Corporation and retired after 41 years of faithful service. Hugh loved to hunt and fish, visit the Upper Penninsula, and was a avid Michigan State University fan, he found his greatest joy in time spent with his family… especially attending and watching his grandchildren’s sporting events.

He was preceded in death by his parents; and two brothers, Allen Bristol and Dick Bristol. Surviving are his wife, Sue Bristol of Gowen; three children, Bonnie & Brian Petersen of Greenville, Rick & Penny Bristol of Gowen, and Sheila Bannen of Greenville; eight grandchildren, Heather Petersen, Jen Cook, Amanda & Jason Ormsbee, Andy & Kim Vorhees, Chris & Shawntae Petersen, Derek Bannen, Tiffany Bannen, and Val & Kevin Suardini; nine great grandchildren; a brother, Jerry & Carol Bristol of Gowen; three sisters-in-law, Edith Haines of Stanton, Rosie Burt of Greenville, and Joyce VanVlerah of Greenville; and many nieces and nephews.

Visitation is from 5-7 p.m. on Monday at Christiansen Cremation & Funeral Care, 511 S. Franklin Street, Greenville, where funeral services will be held at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday. The Rev. Kenneth Harger, retired pastor of Shiloh Community Church, will officiate and burial will take place privately at Spencer Mills Cemetery.

Envelopes for memorial contributions will be available at the funeral home. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Hugh’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.ChristiansenCares.com

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  1. Anonymous on November 13, 2014 at 12:00 am

    Guestbook

    11/18/2014 –

    Rick Royston
    Sue, Rick and Family – While online looking for an update on a friends death, I happened across the news of Hugh’s death. I am so sorry to hear of his passing and want you and family to know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Although I have not seen you in many years, I have many fond memories of our times together.

    11/18/2014 –

    Cliff Bergeron
    What a Wonderful man to have had the honor to work with and know. Godspeed Hugh.
    11/17/2014 –

    Bryan & Nancy Daimler
    Sue, Rick and family, we are very sorry to hear of Hugh’s passing. I always admired Hugh for his humor and honesty. The brothers are together again. God Bless.

    11/17/2014 –

    Mike Cross

    Rick, Sorry to Hear about Your Dad, And wish You and your family the best in this hard time.

    11/15/2014 –

    Jill Scott

    I’m so sorry to hear about Hugh’s passing. My thoughts are with you at this time.

    Much love to the Bristol family.
    11/15/2014 –

    Gerald Tovatt
    Rick and Penny, Sheila, Bonnie and Brian; I am sorry to hear of your loss. My condolences at this difficult time.
    11/15/2014 –

    Jim & Bonnie Dakin
    Jerry & Carol – So sorry to hear of your loss. The entire family will be in our prayers during this time.
    11/14/2014 –

    Karen Gould
    Sue, Rick and Penny So very sorry for your loss. I always enjoyed talking to you at K-Mart. Thoughts and Prayers for God’s healing.
    11/14/2014 –

    Patty Pixley

    To the Bristol family,
    I am sorry to hear of your loss, Hugh was a kind quiet man. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

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