Elmore Gary Boltz, 66, of Holton, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, May 23, 2007 at his home.

Gary was born on April 19, 1941 in Albion to Elmore Fredrick and Katie M. (Hargrove) Boltz, and was raised in Fremont and graduated from Fremont High School in 1959. After graduation, Gary attended Michigan State University and soon joined the Army National Guard. After his discharge from the military, Gary returned to Michigan State and received a Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Art degrees. Gary married Norma (Pederson) on April 28, 1979 in Muskegon, and together they moved to Holton where they have been residents since. Gary had been a social worker for

the Department of Social Services-Muskegon County for 30 years until his retirement in 2002. Gary was an active member of the Holton United Methodist Church, enjoyed spending time on his boat, in his pool and traveling in his motor home. Gary especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren.

He is survived by his wife of 28 years, Norma of Holton; his children, Cary Ann Gonzales (Rick) Navarre of Twin Lake, Lori (David) Wisniewski of Holton, and Ted Boltz of Muskegon; his grandchildren, Katey and Ryan Gonzales, and Emma and Abby Wisniewski; his mother, Katie Boltz of White Cloud; his sister and brothers, Tom Boltz of Fremont, John (Diana) Boltz of White Cloud, Kay (Kevin) Johnson of Fremont, and Fred Boltz of Muskegon; and several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his father, Elmore Fredrick Boltz in 1994; his grandson, Samuel Wisniewski in 2001; and his sister, Carrol Boltz in 2005.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 29 at the Holton United Methodist Church, with Pastor Jerry Selleck of the Holton United Methodist Church presiding, with interment in the Oakwood Cemetery in Holton. The family would prefer contributions in lieu of flowers to the Holton United Methodist Church for future building projects. Friends may post a condolence or share a memory with the Boltz family online at http://www.crandellfh.com. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home - White Cloud Chapel.