OBITUARY
Aubrey "Bill" Dean Desgranges
September 28, 1932 – March 15, 2021
Aubrey Dean Desgranges, “Bill”, went to heaven to meet Jesus and reunite with his beloved wife and family members on Monday, March 15, 2021, surrounded in his last days by his loving family. Bill was born into the family of John Wesley and Ruth (Rowlader) Desgranges on September 28, 1932 in Lake Odessa. The family spent time growing up in both Lake Odessa and Eaton Rapids, where Bill finished the 10th grade, then worked on the family farm until his induction into the US Army in 1953. After being honorably discharged in 1954, Bill returned home to meet the love of his life, Barbara Ann Sensiba. They were married in April of 1956 and began their 60-year life together. After several years with various jobs including a beloved stint at Lake Odessa Canning Company and Farm Bureau in Lansing, Bill and Barb started the ADDBAD corporation which included organizations such as Lake Odessa Oil Company, Bill’s CITGO gas station, and Morrison Lake Country Club. Bill was a saavy businessman who was an active participator in the Lake Odessa/Lakewood community. He was a volunteer fireman in Lake Odessa, served on the Lake Odessa Fair Board, and was a council member of the Village of Lake Odessa. Bill enjoyed playing cards, golfing, bowling, fishing, and various other activities with his family members and friends. During retirement, Bill and Barb spent 19 years wintering in LaBelle with several of their family members and friends from Lake Odessa. Golf, fishing, and cards were many of the activities enjoyed in their Aqua Isles community in Florida, but his love of his family was his greatest treasure. Bill was preceeded in death by his parents, his loving and caring wife, his siblings Laura (Forest) Haney, Willard (Liz), Paul (Frieda)(Orpha), Lavon (Dorothy), Roger Allen, Clarence (Nancy), Opal (John) Booher, Arloa (Pete) Lee, Elwood, and Glenn (Dee), his in-laws Samuel and Mildred Sensiba, brothers-in-law Ronald, Donnie and Johnnie Sensiba. Bill and his “Miss America” were very proud of their family and legacy here on earth. He was dearly loved and will be greatly missed by his children Darris and Kim Desgranges of Grand Rapids, Denise and Dave Newman of Clarksville, Daniel and Beth Desgranges of Hudsonville, and Derek and Stacie Desgranges of Sunfield. Bill adored his grandchildren and will miss playing cards and eating ice cream with Darrin (Emily) Desgranges, Dylan Desgranges, Matthew (Jodi) Hostetler, Scott (Jordan) Hostetler, Daniel Deuce (Sherry) Desgranges, Samuel Desgranges, Jackson Desgranges, Aubree Desgranges, Lyndan Desgranges, Brady (Megan) McNees, and Logan McNees. Bill was also the proud “Great Papa” of Allison, Anna, Brynn, Bailey, Benton, Owen, Olivia, Norah, Scarlett, and the soon to be Aubrey #3. Bill was very fond of his yellow lab Charlie who was a companion during the years at Morrison Lake Golf Course. Bill is also survived by loving family members Alona Allen, Betty Desgranges, Jude Desgranges, Susan (Gail) Foxworthy, Sandy (Larry) Simon, and many nieces and nephews, including the beloved and favorite niece whose name begins with “B”. Visitation will be held Thursday, March 18th from 6 pm until 8 pm and from 1 pm until 2 pm on Friday, March 19th. Funeral will be held at 2 pm on Friday, March 19th. All visitations and service will be held at Nashville Baptist Church in Nashville with Pastor Lester DeGroot presiding. In lieu of flowers, the family is asking that you make contributions in Bill’s name to Nashville Baptist Church, VFW Post #4461, or the Lake Odessa Fire Department. The family would like to extend their sincerest gratitude to the employees of Green Acres of Ionia, Hospice of Lansing and Ionia, and Mary Free Bed for the compassionate care they gave to our Dad.
PALLBEARERS
- Darrin Desgranges
- Dylan Desgranges
- Jackson Desgranges
- Aubree Desgranges
- Lyndan Desgranges
- Daniel II Desgranges
- Sam Desgranges
- Matt Hostetler
- Scott Hostetler
- Logan McNees
- Brady McNees
DONATIONS
- Nashville Baptist Church
- VFW Post 4461
- Lake Odessa Fire Department
Services
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Visitation
Thursday, March 18, 2021
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Visitation
Friday, March 19, 2021
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Funeral Service
Friday, March 19, 2021
Memories
Aubrey "Bill" Dean Desgranges
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ADD A MEMORYElaine McMurtry Hansen
April 11, 2021
I shall never forget the wonderful time I spent with Bill and Your Mom. One time I remember is: we were playing bridge on night at our house. Bill got a phone call and ran just as soon as he hung up. Since he was a volunteer fireman in Lake O, it was a natural reaction.
I sure do miss some of the good times we had.
Elaine M Hansen
Mary Montague Flannery
March 18, 2021
Condolences to all of you for the loss of your father. Bill was a great person. I remember his teasing. He was a wonderful friend to my dad.
Tom Hazel
March 17, 2021
I have good memories of playing cards with Bill, and him always asking me, “what does Shawn see in you?!” Loved his sense of humor. Always had a smile for us. He will be missed by both of us, and many others.
Tom & Shawn Hazel
Terri and Bill Slade
March 17, 2021
We are sorry for your loss. Bill and Barb were both such good people. You were blessed to have them for parents. May your memories give you comfort during this difficult time.
Lee & Roxie Hazel
March 17, 2021
Sorry for your Loss Bill & Barb were great people They will always be remembered with great fondness. Best wishes to the families.
Brenda Steele
March 17, 2021
Denise, Derek, Darris & Danny,
We were saddened to hear of the passing of Bill. We have been blessed to enjoy both your Mom & Dad for many years, from the house built on Morrison Lake Golf Course and on to future endeavors. Bill was an amazing mentor figure for many and such an enjoyable member of the community. Praying for comfort and peace for all of you and hoping those cherished memories give you strength as you deal with your loss.
Ken & Brenda Steele
Mary Lingeman
March 17, 2021
Denise, I’m sorry to hear about your dad. You and your family are in my prayers.
Nancy Hendrick
March 17, 2021
So sorry to hear about Bill passing away. He will be greatly missed by everyone. May God give you comfort and peace during this time (Proverbs 3:5-6).
Jill and Brad Van Zyl
March 16, 2021
We are so sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He was a great man and friend to so many. May your many memories help you through this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Jill and Brad Van Zyl
Irene and Terry Pepper
March 16, 2021
Bill was a great friend along with with his wife Barb and family. We had such great times over the years playing cards and golf. We will miss him so much.
Bill Eckstrom
March 16, 2021
Jewel and I were sorry to hear of Bill's death. We will always have fond memories of Bill and Barb being our neighbors on 5th Avenue. Their kids and our kids grew up together.
Bill was a good guy and we will miss him.
Julie Farman
March 16, 2021
Denise, Darris, Danny and Derek - I am so sorry and thinking of you all. Your parents were always special to me and I appreciated their kindness (and the many things they didn't hold against me from high school)! Love you all!
Julie Farman
Delores Hazel
March 16, 2021
Rest In Peace Bill. Many memories of the years y͏o͏u͏ sponsored dick’s ball team. You are kissed
Gary Elliott
March 16, 2021
Bill was a true leader of the Lake Odessa community. He will be greatly missed by everyone. RIP Bill!!!!
Alice Martin
March 16, 2021
Denise and family, Bill was a wonderful man who liked a good laugh and a good game of euchre. He was very much liked by all. So very sorry for your lose.