Gary Nostrant

Gary Lee Nostrant, of St. Johns, died January 11, 2014 at the age of 66. He was born May 12, 1947 in Lansing. Gary retired from GM and afterwards donated his time to Country Woods Archery and his talents as a children's archery instructor. He was a member of the Central Free Methodist Church in Lansing, and a member of the NRA, Ducks Unlimited, Fowler Conservation Club, and Commemorative Bucks of Michigan. Gary married Carolyn Farthing in 1968 and she survives him.

Also surviving are his children, Shannon (Jeff) Beebe of St. Johns, Brent (Jennifer) Nostrant of Ithaca, Michelle (Jason) Waddell of Commerce Township; 5 grandchildren, Ranee Makara, Charli Langlois, Benjamin Langlois, Jack Waddell, and Maegan Waddell; great grandchild, Wyneva Langlois; brothers, Terry Nostrant, Gregory (Mari) Nostrant; and many half-brothers, half-sisters, nieces and nephews. Gary was preceded in death by his grandparents, Carlton and Luella Boss, and parents.

A memorial service will be held 11:00 AM Wednesday, January 15, 2014 at the Central Free Methodist Church, 828 N. Washington Ave., Lansing, MI 48906 with Pastor Bruce Cromwell officiating. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Central Free Methodist Church. The family is being served by the Osgood Funeral Homes.