Dean Spaulding of Plainwell died Tuesday, Oct. 18, at his home in Plainwell.

Dean was born March 17, 1960, in Kalamazoo to Robert and Margorie (Cook) Spaulding. On March 17, 1984, he married Carol Ruthruff who survives.

He enjoyed fishing, golfing, gardening, macramé and watching sports on TV, especially the University of Michigan. What Dean loved most of all was spending time with his grandchildren.

Also surviving are his children, Abraham (Elizabeth) Spaulding, Luke (Deb) Spaulding and Charity Spaulding; five grandchildren, Savannah, Aiden, Ella, Charles and Gabby; his siblings, Debbie (James) Wert, Dan and Dennis Spaulding. He was preceded in death by his parents and a sister, Diane.

Friends may meet with Dean’s family from 1 to 2 P.M. Monday, October 24, 2022 at the Friendship Bible Church in Hopkins where a memorial service will be held at 2 p.m. with Pastor Leonard Schildroth officiating.

Contributions in memory of Dean may be made to West Michigan Cancer Center.