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1925 - 2013
Roland Ellis Demorest, age 87 of Greenville, died Tuesday evening, February 26, 2013 at Spectrum Health United Memorial United Campus. He was born November 17, 1925 in Entrican, the son of Ezra and Grace (Lown) Demorest. He was a proud veteran of the United States Army, and liked to share his Army experiences. He also liked to share his experiences as a young cowboy in West Texas. He was a proud member of the UAW, retiring in 1987 after many years of employment with General Motors. He was a longtime Little League baseball coach in Greenville, and an avid University of Michigan football fan. More than anything, he was a loving husband, father, and grandfather, despite his Archie Bunker tendencies. Roland will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 58 years, Audrey; children, Barbara (Robert) Woodard of Gowen, Susan (Wes) James of Texas, Sharon (Scott Betts) Demorest of North Carolina, Roland (Pamela) Demorest of Greenville, and Allen (Doris) Demorest of Greenville; grandchildren, Lori Searson, Leah Nuendorf, John (Jennifer) Woodard, Andrew Robinson, Sarah (Adam) Neill, Adam Robinson, Max Betts, Grace Betts, Ezra Betts, Mitchell Demorest, Jessica Demorest, Alexandrea Demorest, Danielle Demorest, Arend Demorest, Dean Demorest, Catherine James, and April James; five great-grandchildren; brother, Roger (Harriet) Demorest; and brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Frank Barnes, Thomas Barnes, and Terrell Rauwolf. He was preceded in death by his parents; grandson, David Woodard; and brothers, Robert, Raymond, and Ralph Demorest. Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM Saturday, March 2, 2013 at Hurst Funeral Home, with Rev. Jeffrey Wilhelm of Mt. Calvary Lutheran Church officiating. Visitation will be Friday from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. Private burial will take place in Ashley Cemetery in the spring. Memorial contributions may be given to the Greenville Little League in care of S & H Trophy, 227 S. Lafayette St. Greenville MI 48838.
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There are currently 11 condolences.
Larry & Susan Brewster Anstettt
Wednesday March 6, 2013 at
1:32 PM
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You are all in our thoughts & prayers. Our sincere sympathy.
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Jenni Forist Purdy
Sunday March 3, 2013 at
6:52 PM
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To the Demorest family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Mr. Demorest was always so friendly and welcoming. May God comfort you during this time.
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Al and Karen Powell
akpowell@charter.net
Saturday March 2, 2013 at
3:07 PM
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Dear Audrey and family,
We just learned of Roland's death, too late to go to visitation or the funeral. Our deepest sympathies are with you all. We always really liked Roland; he had spunk, was always very friendly toward us, and was a great basesball coach for Matt when he played Little League.
God be with you and comfort you all in your time of mourning.
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Jeff Greunke
Friday March 1, 2013 at
7:45 PM
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Sharon, Audrey and family,
Prayers for you all during your moments together during this sad time. Now is the time for tears...and yet time for rejoicing in our God of comfort. Much peace to all of you.
Jeff & Kelly Greunke and family
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Chris Cantwell
Friday March 1, 2013 at
6:54 PM
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I am so sorry to hear of Roland's Passing... I know how he will be missed... A good a man as I have ever known. Sometimes a little salty around the edges...but I think he liked it that way... Audrey, and all of the kids You will remain in my thoughts and prayers.
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Dick & Jan Cantwell
Friday March 1, 2013 at
9:28 AM
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Dear Audrey & family
May God be with you in the loss of your husband,father, and grandfather. We have not seen Roland for several years but would never have guessed that he could be ten years older then us.
Love, Blessings and Peace from Florida--Dick & Jan
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The Cuttle Family
Thursday February 28, 2013 at
5:03 PM
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Please except our heartfelt condolences in the loss of
Mr. Demorest.
Love and Prayers Always,
Robert, Donna, Evan and Jenny
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clara hansen
Thursday February 28, 2013 at
4:13 PM
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dear audery,
so sorry to hear of your loss. god be with you and the children at this time......
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Kurt Laux
Thursday February 28, 2013 at
3:24 PM
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Roland sorry to here about your loss. I will not be able to attend the visitation as Barb and I are in AZ. Please know you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.
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Shellee Jensen
Thursday February 28, 2013 at
10:56 AM
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Dear Allen-Doris and family:
So sorry to hear abouot the loss of your dad. Just remember to keep the memories close to your heart
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Thursday February 28, 2013 at
10:54 AM
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