Joan Grace McCaul

Joan Grace McCaul, age 73, of Clarksville, was called Home into the arms of Jesus on Saturday evening, June 12, 2010 while surrounded by her family. Joan was born in Saranac, MI on July 27, 1936 to Arthur and Lucile (Hardy) Pinckney. She graduated from Saranac High School in 1954, and was united in marriage to Gordon McCaul on July 3, 1954. They lived near Ft. Knox, KY after they were married while Gordon served in the Army. Following his discharge, they returned to Michigan and had lived in the Clarksville area since; most recently in their home overlooking Peddler Lake. Joan loved reading and learning. She had enjoyed music and playing the piano, and had enjoyed dancing throughout the years. Her special love was always for her family. Joan is survived by Gordon McCaul, her loving husband of 55 years; children, Julie (Jim) Blough, Tammy (Jim) Thomas, Gordie McCaul, Lisa (Karl) Morris, Lucile (Brian) Humphrey, and Matthew (Coreen) McCaul; 15 grandchildren; 6 great grandchildren; sisters, Judy Tower and Audrey Hollandsworth; and the extended McCaul family. She was preceded in death by her parents; daughter, Brenda Lee McCaul; and sister, Janet Cahoon. Visitation will be held at the McCaul's home (10525 Midway Road, Clarksville, MI 48815) from 3-7 PM on Tuesday, June 15. The funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM on Wednesday, June 16 at the Calvary Grace Brethren Church (13700 84th St. SE, Alto, MI 49302). Burial will follow in Clarksville Cemetery. The family has suggested that memorial contributions may be made to The Gideons, or to The Leukemia and Lymphoma Society for MDS research (Myelodysplastic Syndrome). Visitation June 15, 2010 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM McCaul home 10525 Midway Road Clarksville, MI Funeral Service June 16, 2010 11:00 AM Calvary Grace Brethren Church 13700 84th Street SE Alto, MI Interment Wednesday June 16 2010 Clarksville Cemetery Nash Highway/Peddler Lake Road Clarksville, MI