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I feel honored to have know Mr. Oatley and his wonderful family. What a lovely soul. You will be missed. Anita
Anita Spolitis Gauthier
April 20, 2022 | Family


Rockford, Michigan
1921 - 2022
Oatley, Benjamin Alfred 11/13/1921 - 4/13/2022 Benjamin Alfred Oatley, age 100 years, 5 months, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was born on November 13, 1921 in Wayne County, Redford, MI. He is formerly of Sparta and Grand Rapids MI. Mr. Oatley was preceded...
Read MoreI feel honored to have know Mr. Oatley and his wonderful family. What a lovely soul. You will be missed. Anita
Anita Spolitis Gauthier
April 20, 2022 | Family
I knew Ben from Steelcase in the late 70's. When we first met, my last name was Neubecker and he asked if I was related to Fred and Edith. Fred was my father and Edith was my aunt. He shared stories from knowing them in the early 40's, when he visited them and he took my grandmother for an airplane ride over their farm and barn. Ben was always kind and a gentleman. I'm so happy he had such a long, full life.
Carol Sears
April 18, 2022 | Work
I Worked with Ben "way back when" in the Engineering department at Steelcase. Our jobs often put us at odds with other. But... we remained friends throughout. I have pleasant memories of working with him. My sympathies to his family,
Bill Pendergast
April 17, 2022 | Work

Ben, you will be missed by so many. Thank you for being the best neighbor we could ever ask for! Welcoming, loving, giving, and kind.
Raelene Davis
April 16, 2022 | Friend
My Dad was in WW11, Army . Told a lot of Stories ! Thank You for your Service , I Salute You Sir ! Sue Willard Gr. Mich .
Sue Willard
April 16, 2022 | Other
My heart shares your pain of loss of the presence of such a precious man - yes, I loved his honesty, humor and kindness. I rejoice for him that he is now in the presence of His Lord and Savior Jesus Christ What a wonderful Easter he is celebrating!! Love and prayers.
Marilyn R Garter
April 16, 2022 | Friend