Garland Black

Garland "Gar" Black, age 95, of Wayland, MI passed away quickly Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Now he joins his wife of 57 years, Cora who preceded him in death in 2001. Surviving are his best friend of 14 years, Virginia Winn; children, Don (Clair) Black and Jerry Black; 5 grandchildren, Jody (Denise), Jeff, Chris (Kami), Derek and Dawn; 12 great-grandchildren and his youngest sibling, Vera Kershaw. He was born March 12, 1921 and was the 6th of 7 children of John and Bertha (Ketchum) Black of Kalamazoo. For many years he farmed and retired at 62 from General Tool. He loved nature and stones and had carried a lucky one in his pocket and nervously polished it frequently. Gar was a cowboy at heart and loved Arizona where he visited and spent his winters for many years. A proud survivor of the Great Depression, he always lived below his means, "ate right", walked for exercise and talked to anyone during his miles of daily journeys. Gar left 3 great legacies; live below means, devoted work ethics and convicted principles. According to his wishes cremation has taken place. No services are scheduled at this time.Contributions in memory of Gar may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice of Allegan. Winkel Funeral Home