Sunday, January 20, 2008

Saying goodbye is so sad...

Saying goodbye is sad. This week we said goodbye to one of our faithful friends here at Bowens Mills.
Suddenly he was gone... and sadly we learned so much about him after his passing. What a good dad and husband he was and how he fought for our country, how he loved life and farming. How how much that he enjoyed his small animals and his garden. We will always remember Herb as a great guy, that would always lend a hand. And he was always wearing a big smile.
We will miss him, always carrying in baskets of picture perfect, farm fresh vegtables to share with our family here. In the winter he was always talking about what kind of seeds he was going to order for his garden in the spring.
He was always looking forward, never looking back. Talking about the things he was going to do, or something he wanted to make, or even cook for that matter.
Herb we hope you know "the special place" you hold in our hearts that we appreciate the time, that we had to spend with you. Saying goodbye is so sad.
Thank you to our Bowens Mills Family for the comfort and support during this difficult time for Kathy and loved ones. Thanks to Bev for the beautiful arrangement that completed it all.
I love you all,
Carleen
Herbert Donald Moore, age 75, of Wayland, passed away Sunday, January 13 2008. He is survived by his wife of thirty five years, Kathleen Ann (Winterkorn) Moore, whom he married on September 23, 1972. Also surviving are his children, Elizabeth (Steve) McGrady, Rebecca (Eric) Lautenschleger, Sara (Adam) Gabriel, Rachael (Greg) VanKlompenberg, Patrick (Heather) Moore and Colleen Moore; fourteen grandchildren; sister, Evelyn (Ron) Frank. He was preceded in death by his parents, Clyde and Myrtle Moore.
Mr. Moore served in the U.S. Navy from 1950 to 1952. His hobbies were gardening, farming and volunteering. He was a lifetime farmer.
The Memorial Service was held at the Shelbyville United Methodist Church with Pastor Chris Lane officiating. His cremains will be interred at Elmwood Cemetery. Memorial contribution may be made to Historic Bowens Mills or Family. Funeral arrangements were by Archer, Hample & Kubiak Wayland Chapel.

Tuesday, January 15, 2008


30 years of Preserving History

The Sabin's are very pleased to be celebrating 30 years of their family owning this historical park and 10 years of second generation
The Old Mill is located midway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo in the heart of beautiful Yankee Springs Township, MI. Just 2 miles north of Yankee Springs (Gun Lake) State Park on Briggs Road. Watch for the huge Grindstone Marker at 55 Briggs Road. Call 269-795-7530 or visit www.bowensmills.com