William Richard McCloe's Obituary
William Richard McCloe, 89, of Brooklyn, passed away Thursday, June 2, 2022 at Henry Ford Allegiance Hospital, Jackson.
He was born on June 12, 1932 in Waldron, Michigan to Wilbur and Katie (Fisher) McCloe. Richard is survived by his children, Diane (Ken) Lowry, Garry (Ann) McCloe and Bill (Angie) McCloe, Jr.; 15 grandchildren; 28 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents; wife Phyllis; sisters Dorothy (Clark) McLaughlin, Agnes (Carl) Landel, Wilma (Arlo) Cramer, and a brother Ursa (Georgia) McCloe.
Richard meets the love of his life in Waldon, Michigan married on February 13, 1952, and enjoyed 63 years with, the late Phyllis Zimmerman. Richard proudly served our country during the Korean War in the United States Army. Richard moved to Brooklyn, Michigan where he was the Railroad Station Agent which was a critical position for the growth and development of the town. Richard’s career with the railroad spanned 43 years. Richard loved all sports especially basketball which he played until age 75. Richard was very involved in community sports, coached and enjoyed attending his grandchildren’s sporting/other school events. Richard had a sense of humor, young at heart, and very frugal, he enjoyed sharing his financial savviness with his family. Richard loved and delighted in his family and kept special relationships with each of them. Richard was a lifelong church attender; he will be missed by all that knew and loved him.
Richard’s family and friends will gather Tuesday, June 7, 2022, from 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm at Eineder Funeral Homes - Brooklyn Chapel. His family will hold a private graveside service. Pastor Tim Flickinger will officiate.
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