Richard L. “Dick” Arthur, 78, of Coleman, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in Clare, as the result of an automobile accident. He was born March 23, 1945 in Bangor Township, Bay County, the son of the late Rawleigh “Clifford” and Eva (Gillespie) Arthur. Dick married Connie L. Balzer, August 5, 1967 in Gladwin.
Dick loved to serve his family, friends, and country. He served in the U.S.
Army in Vietnam. He was a handyman, mechanic, and overall repairman helping anyone that needed a hand with a project. He loved Connie dearly and took her out to dinner every day.
He loved to fish and hunt, always telling stories of catching the biggest fish.
Dick loved his children and grandchildren and enjoyed attending their sporting events and musical performances. Dick was a member of the Coleman Coffee Crew, sharing fellowship with his friends. Dick worked at Dow Chemical as an instrument repair journeyman for 35 years. He enjoyed the camaraderie that he built with his colleagues across Dow. He used this knowledge to serve others.
Survivors include his children: Rick and Karen Arthur of Coleman, Tami and Brian Frederick of Plainwell, and Elizabeth Arthur of Midland; grandchildren: Carlee, Myles, Jayden, Alex, Jace, Camden, Jacqueline, Eli, Jenny, and Judith; brothers: Rawleigh and Virginia Arthur of Coleman, Sam Arthur of Sanford, Charles and Kathy Arthur of Coleman, Ken and Debbie Arthur of Midland; sisters: Sue Klouse of Coleman, and Linda Crowl of Coleman; many nieces and nephews. Dick was preceded in death by his son, Jason Lee Arthur; sister, Pat Sheredy; brothers-inlaw, Tom Sheredy, Terry Klouse, and LaVon Crowl; sister-in-law, Judy Arthur.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m., Thursday, October 19, 2023, at the Faith United Methodist Church, in Coleman, with Rev. Lisa Kelley officiating. Burial will take place in the Warren Township Cemetery in Coleman. Friends may call at the O’Laughlin Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday, from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m, and at the church on Thursday, starting at 10 a.m., until the time of services.
Those who wish may direct contributions to the family or St. Jude Hospital.
Connie L. Arthur, 75, of Coleman, died Tuesday, October 10, 2023 in Clare, as the result of an automobile accident. She was born October 14, 1947 in Sage Township, Gladwin County, the daughter of the late Edwin and Mary Jane (Anger) Balzer. Connie L. Balzer married Richard L. Arthur, August 5, 1967 in Gladwin.
Connie was a fierce servant of God. She led church youth groups, bible studies, played organ, and loved to share a cup of coffee in christian fellowship with her friends. She took pride in her family. Connie loved Dick with her whole heart.
They enjoyed daily trips to dinner and sporting events.
She loved her children and she was so very proud of the christian families they raised. Connie’s greatest joy was giving to others, most of all to her ten grandchildren. She loved to attend their sporting events and musical performances. Connie worked for thirty-five years as a speech communications teacher at Northwood College, Delta College and at CMU. She loved to help students to reach their potential, encouraging them to shoot for the stars.
Survivors include her children: Rick and Karen Arthur of Coleman, Tami and Brian Frederick of Plainwell, and Elizabeth Arthur of Midland; grandchildren: Carlee, Myles, Jayden, Alex, Jace, Camden, Jacqueline, Eli, Jenny, and Judith; brothers: Raymond and Kathy Balzer of Tennessee, Robert and Lynda Balzer of Gladwin, Marvin and Marva Balzer of Gladwin, Ted and Vicki Balzer of Gladwin; sister, Dorothy and Tony Miller of Colorado; many nieces and nephews. Connie was preceded in death by her son, Jason Lee Arthur; sister, Betty McColly; and brotherin- law, Richard McColly.
Memorial services will be held 11 a.m. Thursday, October 19, 2023 at the Faith United Methodist Church, Coleman, with Rev. Lisa Kelley officiating. Burial will take place in the Warren Township Cemetery, Coleman. Friends may call at the O’Laughlin Funeral Home, Inc. on Wednesday from 2-4 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and at the church on Thursday starting at 10 a.m. until the time of services.
Those who wish may direct contributions to the family or St. Jude Hospital.