Kenneth Crum Sr.

Born Oct 20, 1935 in Wisconsin the son of Oliver and Lillian (Mallette) Crum. Ken was raised in the Milwaukee, Wi area. He left school to start working on a farm at a young age. Having a bachelor life til the age of 40, moving around and experiencing many jobs from factory work to working for the city of Marquette. Married Judith Willis in March of 1976, moved and eventually made Little Lake their home. In his later years working for Marquette Salvation Army and Brown’s Store. Never retiring and working until the age of 87.

Ken’s hobbies and interests included being a kid at heart. Enjoyed small engine repair and car mechanics. He loved to play cards, cribbage being his favorite. His last years enjoying his grandkids and great grandkids.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Judith (Willis) Crum; daughter, Faith Smith; her children: Molly, Maggie, Masen & Miles; great grandkids: Olive, Oaklyn & Onyx. Daughter in law, Heather (Husted) Crum; her children: Makenzy (Damian), Kenneth III & Ema. Many other extended family & friends.

Preceded in death by his parents, all his siblings, father & mother in law, his only son Kenneth Jr, and other family & friends.

A celebration of life for all will be held at Little Lake Chapel in Little Lake, MI on Thursday, February 8, 2024. 10am visitation, 11 am service with Pastor Ron Westman officiating and a potluck lunch to follow at the chapel.

In lieu of condolence flowers the family requests donations to Little Lake Chapel to help further the gospel in our community and to the ends of the earth.

Special thank you to Canale Funeral home for all their assistance.