Obituary: Duane C. Kunzelman

Duane C. Kunzelman, age 75, of Gregory, MI, passed away on May 25, 2023 at his home in Unadilla Twp, MI. Duane was born on October 10, 1947 in Ann Arbor, MI to Phillip and Margaret (Bovee) Kunzelman.

He had lived in the Gregory area all of his life. Duane loved to hunt and fish. He also loved to farm. Duane served in the US Army from 1966-1968. He remained an active member of the Mackinder Glenn American Legion Post #510 in Stockbridge. Duane had worked for DANA Corporation in Chelsea as a machine operator for many years. He married Chita (Moeckel) on February 15, 1969, and they enjoyed 54 years of marriage before she passed away in 2020.

Surviving are his children, Eric (Beth) Kunzelman and Kenneth (Kristina ) Kunzelman, all of Gregory; three grandchildren, Brooke Kunzelman, Kayden Kunzelman, and Kristopher Kunzelman; his brother, Gordie (Penny) Kunzelman of Gregory; as well as many nieces, nephews, and other relatives. In addition to his wife, Chita, he was preceded in death by his parents, and a brother, Harold Kunzelman.

Per his wishes, cremation has taken place, and a private service will be held at a later date. Memorial contributions may be made to the Unadilla Twp. Fire Department. Arrangements by Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home, Stockbridge.