Kenneth Lloyd Josey, age 92 of Hopkins, went to be with the Lord Monday, September 28, 2020. He was preceded in death by his son, Paul Josey and daughter, Gwen Josey. He is survived by his loving wife of 67 years, Barbara; their children Patricia Josey and Tony Schuster, Dotty and Jeff Peare, and Chuck and Dawn Josey; grandchildren Ken (Cass), Scott and Steven Paul, Justin (Liz) Peare, Corey Peare, Elizabeth (Emily) Josey, Jennifer (Kevin) Betteley, Stephanie (Cory) Koperski; great-grandchildren MacKenzie, Cameron, Jackson, Madelynn, Mason, and Quinn; several nieces, nephews, extended family, friends, and his faithful Pug, Sophie.
Kenneth proudly served his country in the Army Corp of Engineers during the Korean Conflict. He enrolled in Michigan State College in 1953 and graduated in 1957 from Michigan State University with his degree in agricultural engineering. Kenneth was active in the Wayland Lion’s Club in the 1960’s and 1970’s and also enjoyed playing in the Alpena City Band. Kenneth retired in 1991 from the Railroad Perishable Inspection Agency. He enjoyed traveling with his family and spending time in Georgia and Florida. He and Barbara spent many years at their retirement home in Ludington, MI. Kenneth and Barbara were longtime members at Wayland United Methodist Church.
The family will receive relatives and friends from 10 - 11 a.m. Saturday, October 3, 2020 at Wayland United Methodist Church, 200 Church St., Wayland, with the funeral service to follow at 11 a.m.
The family would like to thank Jenna and Joy at Wings of Hope for their loving care and support. Memorial contributions may be made to Wings of Hope Hospice, Allegan or Wayland United Methodist Church memorial fund. The family welcomes memories and messages in their online guestbook at www.kubiakcookwayland.com.
