James Hauch

James Dean Hauch, 75, of Buchanan, passed away at Spectrum Health Lakeland on November 25, 2021.

A gathering will be held from 1-4 PM on May 21, 2022 at the New Troy American Legion, 4789 Weechik Road, New Troy, MI 49119. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

James was born September 28, 1946 in New Troy, the son of the late John and Lillian (Henspeter) Hauch. On December 26, 1964 he married Vicki Shafer and they shared 56 years together. James owned and operated H&H machine service for 42 years. James loved fishing, woodworking, gardening, and going to the cottage up north. He liked to cook and make homemade red wine. James will be remembered as a good guy to everyone. He was a member of the Weesaw Township Fire Department for 30 years.

Survivors include his wife: Vicki; children: Douglas (Teresa Faulkner) Hauch and Angela Hauch; grandchildren: Amber (Tony Martin) Bradshaw, Kody (Bonnie) Hauch, Joshua (Rachel) Hauch; 11 great grandchildren; and three sisters; two sisters-in-law: Rexalee Ireland and Laura (Elmer) Copeland.

James was also preceded in death by a sister: Loretta (George) Zielke and three additional brothers and sisters; and a brother-in-law: David John Ireland.

Arrangements entrusted to Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, Boyd Chapel. 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman.