Earl K. Falk

Earl K. Falk Athens Earl K. Falk, 79, passed away January 11, 2010 at Battle Creek Health Systems. He was born September 1, 1930 in Racine, Wisconsin to Roger O. and Hilda E. (Ollendorf) Falk. He married Winifred A. Ratkowski in Sturgis on February 19, 1955. He grew up in Bronson, graduating in 1949. He enlisted in the Army in 1950 and received the rank of Corporal. He attended plumbing school in Kalamazoo and became a Licensed Master Plumber, working for Kellogg's for 30 years, retiring in 1992. He is survived by his wife, Winifred, two sons; Kenneth E. (Kendra K.) Falk of Fulton and Todd O. (Suzanne)Falk of Athens, 6 grandchildren, a brother; Lowell of Quincy and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, 3 brothers and 1 sister. Earl enjoyed sailing, model cars, a 1931 'A' Ford and especially his grandchildren. He served on the Athens Village Council for 18 years, serving as Mayor for 15 of those years, he was a member of the Knights of Columbus, the Masonic Lodge, church council, a choir member, 15 year member of the sheet metal workers and served proudly as an Honor Guard at Ft. Custer for Monday services. Visitation will be Wednesday, January 13, 2010 from 2:00 to 4:00 and 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Putnam Funeral Home in Union City with a 2:00 p.m. Masonic Service and a 7:30 p.m. Rosary service. Mass of Christian Burial will be held Thursday, January 14, 2010 at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Fatima Catholic Church in Union City with Rev. Fr. Dan Doctor officiating. Military Honors will follow at Burr Oak Cemetery in Athens. Memorial contributions may be made to the family. You may leave an online tribute by visiting www.putnamfuneralhome.com Arrangements are by the Putnam Funeral Home 517/741-9333. Union City, MI