Drextel Dortch, 78 of Allegan, passed away Wednesday, May 23, 2018 at the Allegan County Medical Care Community in Allegan. Drextel was born October 12, 1939 in Clay County, Arkansas, the son of the late Dorene and Clara (Lake) Dortch. Drextel spent his life helping others and truly caring for his friends. For many years he assisted Immanuel Lutheran Church with anything that needed to be done (collecting mail, opening the church for events, cleaning). Drextel was happy to assist and the church appreciated all that he did for them. He was one of the first residents when Grand Ravine Assisted Living opened. He spent the last four years at the nursing home where he made even more friends who will miss him. Drextel was a special man who made an impact on the lives that he touched. Drextel is survived by his brothers, James (Shari) Dortch and Carl (Stacia) Dortch; his sister, Jeannie Robuck and several nieces and nephews. Along with his parents, he was preceded in death by his brothers, Russell Dortch and Junior Dortch; and his sisters, Chris Rodriguez and Sherriann Dortch. Friends may meet with the family on Thursday, May 31, 2018 from 10:00 - 11:00 AM at the Immanuel Lutheran Church (631 Grand Street, Allegan, MI 49010), where the funeral service will be held at 11:00 AM, Pastor Dan Ward officiating. Memorials may be made in Drextel's name to Immanuel Lutheran Church. Inurnment to follow at a later date at Mountain Home Cemetery, Otsego Township.

Visitation Details

Thursday, May 31st, 2018 10:00am - 11:00am, Immanuel Lutheran Church

Service Information

Thursday, May 31st, 2018 11:00am, Immanuel Lutheran Church

Interment Details

Mountain Home Cemetery