Ralph A. Eagley

Ralph Alden Eagley, Jr, 88, of Clare went to be with his Heavenly Father on February 2, 2022 at Pioneer Golden Estates. He was born at Battle Creek, Michigan on June 21, 1933 to the late Ralph Eagly, Sr and Leah (Grof). They later moved to Coleman, Michigan to farm and raise livestock. After graduating high school Ralph tended the family farm until being drafted into military service. In 1953 he joined the Army and served two years in Germany as SP3 Hv Mort Co 10th Inf Regt. Upon his return to Michigan Ralph worked at Dow Chemical, Salicylic Acid and Aspirin Dept, for 37 years, retiring in 1991. Ralph met Jean Ann Blizzard during this time and after a lengthy courtship, they began a 41-year marriage on October 21, 1963, in Alma, Michigan. Together they raised two daughters, enjoyed travel, camping, and Bluegrass music. Jean went to be with her Savior in 2004. Ralph was active in the Clare Church of the Nazarene where he served in many different capacities including a key role in building the facility on Grant Ave. For the last 20 years he enjoyed organizing senior adult ministry dinners and events. Ralph was among the few blessed ones in life who find a second helpmate. Lois Miller and Ralph were married on May 18, 2009. Together they continued to serve in lay ministry at CCN and encouraged many in their faith. Ralph is survived by his wife, Lois Miller; two daughters, Kimberly (Steven) Greenlee, Jodi (James) Mazzuchi; five grandchildren, Kyndra (Tyler) Middleton, Lindsay Greenlee, Andrew Mazzuchi, Emily Mazzuchi, Katherine Mazzuchi; and, a great grandson, Blain Middleton. He is preceded in death by his wife, Jean A Eagley; his parents, Ralph and Leah Eagly; siblings, Jack Eagly, Shirley Henry, Mary Lou Lee, Sharon Maynard. A celebration of Ralph’s life will be held on Monday, February 7, 2022 at 1:00 P.M. at the Clare Church of the Nazarene with Pastor Tim Fall officiating. Friends may visit with the Eagley family at the church on Monday from 11:00 A.M. to the time of service at 1:00 P.M. Burial with military honors will follow in the Cherry Grove Cemetery of Clare. Memorial contributions in honor of Ralph may be directed toward either the Clare Church of the Nazarene or to MidMichigan Homecare & Hospice. For those unable to attend services, online condolences may be shared at www.stephenson-wyman.com

Ralph A. Eagley

June 21, 1933 - February 2, 2022