Leonard Tava Obituary
Leonard Walter Tava, age 96, of Coopersville, passed away Thursday, April 3, 2025. He was born in Mesick, MI to the late Leonard F. and Florence (Porteous) Tava. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his wife Mary Tava and son Leonard E. Tava. Leonard is survived by his nieces and nephews. A memorial open house will be held Friday, April 11, 2025 from 5:00 to 7:00 P.M. at the Throop Funeral Home, 214 Church St. Coopersville, MI 49404. Leonard will be buried next to his wife Mary in Sugar Grove Cemetery in Scottsville, MI. Condolences for the family may be left on Leonard’s guestbook at www.throopfh.com.
Throop Funeral Home
Coopersville, 616-837-8161
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