Julius Theis

Julius H. Theis, age 75, died May 3, 2013 in Fowler, MI. Born in Fowler on December 4, 1937, he was the son of William and Julia (Stump) Theis. Julius was a long time dairy farmer, member of the Catholic Order of Foresters, Knights of Columbus, and the Clintonia Antique Tractor Club. He enjoyed spending time with his children and grandchildren and was devoted to his family. He especially enjoyed tractor pulling events with his sons. Julius had a good sense of humor and enjoyed life. On October 18, 1958 Julius married Marilyn Hengesbach in Westphalia, MI and she survives him.

Also surviving are his children; Jim (Cheri) Theis, Cindy (George) Simon, Bill Theis, Dave (Nancy) Theis, Mark (Nancy) Theis, Ken (Mary Jo) Theis, Mary (Randy) George, Jeff (Kristen) Theis; 17 grandchildren; 1 great grandchild; sister, Joan Platte; brother-in-law, Donald Pung; and sister-in-law, Germaine Pohl. Julius was preceded in death by his parents; brother, Jerome Theis; sister, Bernadette (Pung) Theis; brother-in-law, Kenneth Platte; and grandson, Andrew Simon.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 10:30 AM Monday May 6, 2013 at Most Holy Trinity Catholic Church in Fowler with Fr. Dennis Howard presiding. The family will receive friends from 2-4 and 7-9 PM Sunday, May 5, 2013 at the Goerge Chapel of the Osgood Funeral Homes, Fowler. A rosary will be prayed at 3 PM and a scripture service will be held at 8 PM Sunday May 5, 2013 at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers contributions may be made to the Most Holy Trinity Education Trust Fund.