Mr. Linus "L.D." Eaton, age 75 of Newaygo, died Saturday, April 26, 2008 at his home in Newaygo. He was born Linus David Eaton in Grant, the son of Daisy (Gulmire) and Aaron Eaton on April 22, 1933. He married Joan Alinda Peterson in Newaygo. He was a Crew Leader for American Seating, Grand Rapids for 41 years until his retirement March 1, 1995. He was a Life member VFW Post #4249 Newaygo. He was a veteran having served in the Army during the Korean War from May 27, 1952 to February 26, 1954 when he was discharged as a PFC.

He is survived by his wife Joan Eaton, his children Debra & Joseph Gerencer of Grant, David Eaton of Newaygo, Denise & James Balding of Wisconsin, Donald Eaton & Kristy Colburn of Newaygo, Diana & Randall Rusco of Grant, 6 grandchildren, 3 great-grandchildren, and his brothers & sisters.

Memorial services will be announced later. There will be no visitation. For memorials please consider Camp Trotter at Bill's Lake C/O of the VFW Post #4249. Military Honors are under the Auspices of the VFW Post #4249 of Newaygo.  Please sign the online guest book at www.mckinleyfuneral.com.

 

McKinley Funeral Home, Grant, 231-834-5613. http:\\mckinleyfuneral.com

 

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Class of 1982
Sunday April 27, 2008
23:32:59

Dear Dian- We are very sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. Please know we are thinking of you during this time. -Your Newaygo Graduating Class of 1982.

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Renee Potter
Wednesday September 10, 2008
21:22:10

I just found out about Mr. Eaton's passing and it is a sad moment. My deepest condolences to the Eaton Family. I will keep the family in my thoughts and prayers.

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