John H. Belson

BELSON, John H., our beloved husband, father, and papa passed away peacefully at the Pines of Burton on January 15, 2016 surrounded by his family and loving caregivers. He was 75. John was born on March 3, 1940 in Schultz, MI to Ross Belson and Myrtle Craven Belson. John cherished his family and loved nothing more than spending time with them. Camping around North America, walking through morel-mushroom woods, and grilling with his wife, kids, and grandkids on the weekends were just a few of his passions. His greatest pride and delight were his grandchildren, Ella, Clara, Jack, Eli, and Nora. He had a close and loving relationship with his sister, Betty. He also shared great memories with his extended family and dear friends. John earned his bachelor’s degree from Western Michigan University in 1962. He married his lifelong partner, Alice Hyde, in 1964. He spent most of his career with the Michigan Department of Corrections where he retired as an administrator in 2002. He is survived by his wife, Alice, his children, Andy (Michelle) Belson and Emmy (Marcus) McCauley, his five grandchildren, and his sister, Betty (Dan) Haraburda. His family would like to express their deep gratitude to the loving and compassionate care he received from the staff at the Pines of Burton as well as from his hospice caregivers. A celebration of life service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Hill Funeral Home, 11723 S. Saginaw, Grand Blanc. The family will receive visitors beginning at 10:00 am until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, the family has requested those desiring may make a donation to the Lewy Body Dementia Association (LBDA.ORG).

Arrangements under the direction of Hill Funeral Home, Grand Blanc, MI.