Peter F. Von Sprecken age 79 of Ludington passed away April 9, 2014, at Spectrum Health – Ludington Hospital. He was born April 26, 1934, the son of Peter R. & Ethyl Von Sprecken. Peter attended Ludington Hugh School graduating with the class of 1952. He then enlisted in the U.S Army doing a tour in Korea. Peter married Jean (Swanson) on February 22, 1958 in Ludington at Emanuel Lutheran Church; they spent 56 wonderful years together. Peter was employed for the City of Kalamazoo as a firefighter for 25 years and also 10 years as Fire Chief for the Kalamazoo/Battle Creek International Airport. He was a member of Victory Trinity Lutheran Church. Peter’s hobbies included coaching girls fast pitch softball for many years and he loved sports of all kinds. He is survived by his wife; Jean, son; Jeffery (Chris) Von Sprecken of Sturgis, MI, daughters; Janna (Larry) Hensley of Centreville, MI, Julie Havenaar of Augusta, MI, 9 grandchildren; 15 great-grandchildren; brother; John (Elizabeth) Von Sprecken, brother-in-law; Gary (Arlene) Swanson, many nieces and nephews; one very special lifelong friend; Jerry (Marianne) Brown and his beloved cats; Bella and Lucy. Peter is preceded in death by his parents, brother Richard Von Sprecken and twin sister Pat Miller. A memorial service will be held Saturday April 26, 2014 at 2:00 PM at Victory Trinity Lutheran Church with Pastor William Huether. The family will receive friends at the church from 1:00 PM until the time of service. Memorial contributions may be directed to Victory Trinity Lutheran Church 3208 W. Victory Dr. Ludington, MI 49431. There will be a reception and birthday celebration to honor Peter following the memorial service. He was anxiously looking forward to his 80th birthday and his family wishes to honor him with his family and friends. Please visits Peter’s personal memory page at www.oakgrovefh.com to share a story or photo with the family. The family has entrusted arrangements with Oak Grove Funeral Home & Cremation Center in Ludington.
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