Douglas Garth Corwin

Doug passed away peacefully at Rose Arbor Hospice on April 24, 2019 with his family by his side. He was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan on February 18, 1943 and spent his entire life here.

Doug was a very honest man who loved his family and friends so dearly! He was employed at J&J Locksmiths for 33 years. He was an avid race fan all his life—he was especially involved in super modified, sprint car, and midget racing. He was a former pit steward at Kalamazoo Speedway. He was known to all his friends as a "walking encyclopedia of racing." He enjoyed 50 plus years traveling to several race tracks, especially the 40 years at Sandusky Speedway in Ohio. He wishes his extended racing family, the "Stickneys," their best racing season ever in 2019. He was an active member of the Portage Eagles Aerie 3531 for 37 years and wishes to thank his Eagles family for the continued love and support.

Doug was preceded in death by his parents, Philo and Bernice Corwin; one brother-in-law, Norman Taylor; and one sister-in-law, Martha Taylor.

He is survived by his loving wife of 54 years, Judi; two children, Doug, Jr (Brandy) and Melisa (Eric); and one granddaughter, Hannah Corwin (the love of his life). Doug loved his family dearly! Also surviving are brother-in-law, Ron Taylor; sister-in-law, Debbie (David) Rife; eight nieces and nephews; and several cousins.

He wishes to give all his love to his many friends and buddies who have been so faithful over so many years.

The family will receive friends and family Friday, April 26, 2019 from 5-8:00 PM at Langeland Family Funeral Homes, Portage Chapel, 411 E. Centre Ave., Portage, MI 49002, where a service will be held Saturday, April 27 at 10:00 AM with Bill DeYoung officiating. Interment will immediately follow the service in Portage South Cemetery. Afterwards, friends and family are invited to a celebration of Doug's life at the Portage Eagles, 11611 Shaver Rd., Schoolcraft, MI 49087.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to Rose Arbor Hospice or the Portage/Schoolcraft Eagles Scholarship Fund.