Arlen Kreg

Arlen Kreg, age 83, of Delton, MI passed away December 24, 2016 at Thornapple Manor in Hastings, MI. Art was born August 9, 1933 in Kalamazoo, MI the son of Clyde and Gladys (Coshun) Kreg. During the Korean War from 1953-55, he served in the U.S. Army. Art was well known in the bowling community as he operated Pla-Mor Lanes and owned Art Kreg Pro Shops throughout the years. He was very competitive and enjoyed playing cribbage and all sports especially slow pitch softball where he excelled in pitching. His true passion was bowling and bowling instruction, but the most important part of his life was his family. On October 10, 1953, he was united in marriage to Marilyn (Currier) Kreg, who survives. Also surviving are their children Kathy Kreg, Susan (James) Peterson, Steven Kreg; grandchildren Rhea Terburg, Onawa Terburg, Nicholas Peterson, Kevin Kreg; great-grandchildren Caleb Howe, John Howe, Cora Howe, Clara Closson; his brother Lyle (Roberta) Kreg and many special friends. In accordance with Art’s wishes cremation has taken place. Family and friends will celebrate Art’s life with a memorial gathering from 4:00 to 7:00PM on Tuesday, January 3rd at the Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Westside Chapel, 3926 South 9th Street, Kalamazoo. A burial with full military honors will be held in Ft. Custer National Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Art’s memory may be directed to a charity of your choice.