Arthur "Fred" Palmer, 83, of Galesburg, Michigan, passed away on Monday, June 3, 2019. He was born on October 24, 1935, the son of the late Mason Roy Palmer and Margaret Ellen (Brown) Palmer. He worked as a cook for the Kalamazoo State Hospital for 28 years until retiring in 1992. Arthur was a loving family man who enjoyed spending time with his family.
He is survived by his wife Katherine; daughter, Mallette (Kevin) Hendershot-Barnes; son, Sage (Kathy) Palmer; daughter-in-law, Mary Palmer; 5 grandchildren, David (Jessi), Kasandra, Zachary, Demetri, and Alexis. He was preceded in death by his parents and son, Jacob Palmer in 2016.
Per Fred's wishes cremation has taken place and a Celebration of Life will take place Sunday, June 30, 2019, from 1:30-4:00 pm at Galesburg City Hall, 200 E. Michigan Ave. Galesburg, MI 49053.