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Howard L. Culp Marshall Howard L. Culp, age 74, went to be with his Lord Sunday, December 26, 2010. Mr. Culp was born on August 4, 1936 in Battle Creek to Clifford and Geraldine (Jones) Culp. On April 24, 1982, he married the former Deborah Garrow. Mr. Culp had been employed as the Auto Operations Superintendant for the State Farm Insurance Company, Marshall Regional Office. He retired in 1997 after 42 years of service. He was an active member of St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church in Battle Creek. He is survived by his wife, Deborah; sons, Michael (Jennifer) Culp of Ada, Jonathan (Kathleen) Culp of Galesburg, Robert (Kerri) Culp of Kalamazoo and James Culp of Whitehall; grandchildren, Brennen, Grace, Chloe, Leah, Evan, Sheldon, Seth, Justin Slager, Jerimy Slager, Ashlee, Alyssa and Reagan Culp; sister, Vivian Payne of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by his parents, brothers, Stanley Culp and William Culp. Visitation will be on Tuesday from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Craig K. Kempf Funeral Home and Cremation Services. A funeral service will be held 1:30 Wednesday, December 29, 2010 at the funeral home. Friends who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Paul Evangelical Lutheran Church. Assistance with memorials is available at the funeral home To leave a personal message and sign the on line guest book, please visit www.kempffuneralhome.com..

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Published by Battle Creek Enquirer on Dec. 28, 2010.

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Linda Whitcomb

December 27, 2022

Howard was a sweet and kind person. I worked with him and he was very understanding when someone had a question. He will be missed.

Linda Whitcomb

January 13, 2021

Dear Debbie I'm so sorry to hear about Howard. He was a sweet guy. I didn't make it to the funeral as I didn't know about it till later. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

David Carpenter

January 16, 2011

I am shocked at Howard's death, I grew up with Howard, his brother Stanly and Bill when we lived on Wattles road in Battle Creek, we lost touch when I attended Marshall high and Howard went to BC high, I will keep you and Howard in my prayers and remember all the good times we had as kids. It is very hard losing and old friend.

January 3, 2011

Debbie, I am so sorry to hear about Howard, he was a very sweet person. I could'nt attend the funeral as I didn't know of his passing until it was done. My thoughts and prayers are with you. sincerely-Linda Whitcomb

Pam Martin

December 30, 2010

Debbie, I am so sorry to hear of your loss. Howard was a wonderful person and will be greatly missed. I am very sorry I couldnt attend the visitation or funeral as didnt know of his passing until it was all done.

You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely,

December 29, 2010

Jon and Kathy- I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers - Shannon Baird

Nan Van Nortwick

December 29, 2010

Debbie: I'll miss Howard sitting in the pew ahead me. He was a good man. I also lost Rich on 12/14/10. Call anytime if you need to talk. So sorry for you loss. I'd be honored to sit in church with you!

Karen Berkimer-Kimball

December 28, 2010

My thought and prayers are with you. I also knew Howard from working at Stae Farm and Debbie you and I went to school together. I am sorry for your loss.

Chuck & Debbie Lewis

December 28, 2010

Debbie

Thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.

Sandra Robertson

December 28, 2010

I worked at State Farm also, and knew both Howard and Debbie very well. As a matter of fact Howard and I and Sally P all retired the same day. Debbie and family, you have my sincerest sympathy. Thinking of you at this sad time.

Paul Mead

December 28, 2010

I grew up with Howard and Bill on S Wattles then Howard and I spent years at State Farm. He wwas always availr

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