Mary Joyce Towne

Mary Joyce (Echtinaw) Towne age 87 of Hastings, passed away October 19, 2013 at Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids.

Mary was born on July 29, 1926 in Hastings, the daughter of Edward and Winifred (Wellman) Echtinaw. She attended Hastings Area Schools, graduating in 1944.

Mary married William Towne on March 9, 1946 at her parent's home. Over the years Mary worked for Hastings Manufacturing, Barry County Credit Bureau and the Barry County Health Department.

Mary was a long time member of the First United Methodist Church, a lifetime member of Thornapple Garden Club and an active member of the Ringo Swingo Square Dance Club. Mary also enjoyed spending time with family and friends at her Gun Lake cottage.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Winifred Echtinaw and brother, Jack Echtinaw.

Mary is survived by her husband of 67 years, William Towne of Hastings, her son, David Towne of Belleville, MI, her daughter, Janine (Mike) Kasinsky of Hastings, her grandchildren: David, Heather and Kristen and two great grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the First United Methodist Church Dome Restoration fund, 209 W. Green St., Hastings, MI 49058.