Claude J Harper

Harper, Claude J.
Galesburg, MI Died unexpectedly. Claude was born on December 24, 1959 in Kalamazoo, the son of Clifford and Barbara Cochran Harper. Claude grew up in Comstock and was a life long resident of the area. Prior to his last place of employment at a local greenhouse, Claude worked at Landscape Forms in Comstock for over 20 years. He loved the outdoors, camping, bonfires, biking, rafting, ice-fishing, playing his guitar and laughing. He was a man with a BIG heart! He is survived by 1 very special son Justin Harper of Galesburg; his parents Cliff and Barb Harper of Kalamazoo; 1 sister Karen Ron Harvath of Parchment; 1 brother Mark Debby Harper of Kalamazoo; 3 nephews, Josh and Jake Harper and Sean Harvath; and 3 nieces, Chelsie Harvath and Cierra and Cassidy Harper. Cremation has already taken place and a memorial service will be held in Claude's honor at Kalamazoo Missionary Church, 5045 E. Michigan Ave., on Saturday at 11:00 AM with Pastor Ken Smeader officiating. Friends may meet with the family beginning at 10:00 AM Saturday, at the church. Those wishing to make lasting gifts in Claude's name are asked to remember the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission or Kalamazoo Missionary Church. Arrangements by Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Memorial Chapel, 622 S. Burdick St. 343-1508