Jerald W. Schovan

March 11, 1940 - September 18, 2018

Jerald Wayne Schovan Sr. age 78 of Croswell Mi passed away on Tuesday September 18th, 2018 at home with his family. He was born March 11th, 1940 in Nashville Michigan. Son of the late John C Schovan and Iva R Wilson (Nelson). He married Carolyn Sue Hayes October 19th, 1963 in Hastings, MI. Jerry was happiest at home after a long day of hard work. He was an avid boxing fan who would sit in his chair in front of the TV and “referee” the fights. He enjoyed Detroit street rods, hunting, fishing, and gardening. Jerry provided for his family as a truck driver, a mason tender, a drywall hanger, taper, finisher, and drywall contractor. After retiring Jerry enjoyed spending time with his children, grandchildren, family, and friends. Jerry is survived by his devoted wife, Carolyn “Sue” Schovan and his loving children, Steven Schovan of Lake Odessa Mi, Randy Schovan of Pontiac Mi, Jerry Jr. (Rochelle) Schovan of St Clair Mi, Jeff (Jennifer) Schovan of Defuniak Springs Fl, and Jenny (Tommy) Smith of Defuniak Springs Fl. Also survived by his siblings, Sister Carol (Art) Dault of Kalkaska Mi, Brother Jim Schovan of Boise Id, and Brother Gary Wilson of Henderson Nc. Many grandchildren, Randy, Michael, Samantha, Danielle, Jessica, Dana, Kyle, Lydia, Ainsleigh, Ellana, Kallie, and Adyson. He was preceded in death by his parents John C Schovan and Iva Ruth Wilson, Sisters Jane Moon, June Richardson, Jo Ann Hook and Brothers Jack Schovan and Charles Schovan. A memorial to honor his memory will be held on October 20th, 2018 at 11 AM at the Croswell Community Center.