Brian Scott Closson

Brian Scott Closson obituary, St. Joseph, MI

Brian Scott Closson

Brian Closson Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Starks & Menchinger Chapel - Saint Joseph on Mar. 16, 2023.

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Brian Scott Closson, 57, of Benton Harbor, passed away on Monday, March 13, 2023 at his home in Benton Harbor. He was born January 18, 1966 in St. Joseph, MI to Douglas Closson and Dixie (Wasney) Closson.
Brian enjoyed cheering for his Michigan sports teams, especially the Red Wings and Tigers. He will be remembered for his kindness and compassion and missed dearly by his family.
Brian is survived by his siblings, Douglas (Shannon) Closson, Chris Closson, Teresa (John) Kugel, Dennis (Dawn) Closson, and Clayton Closson; his step-siblings, Allen Nelson, Sharon (Mike) Senecal, Diane Odom, David Nelson, Tami Lester, and Tonda (Al) Smith; and numerous cousins, nieces, nephews, and extended family.
He is preceded in death by his parents; and his step-mother, Jacqueline (Saurbier) Closson.
Services for Brian will be held privately. Memorial contributions may be given to the Humane Society of Southwest Michigan, www.humanesocietyswm.org.

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