Allegan Twp., Michigan, died Monday, September 13, 2004 at his home. Mr. Bracelin was born December 23, 1932 in Allegan, the son of Harold and Mabel (Reish) Bracelin. He graduated from Allegan High School, class of 1951, was a veteran of the U.S. Army, and had served as a city mail carrier for the Allegan Post Office for 30 years. Surviving are his wife, Shirley (Gorby); 2 sons and their wives, Wayne and Carla Bracelin and Jeff and Faith Bracelin, all of Allegan; 4 grandchildren, Jamie, Ashley, Travis and Stefani; 4 step grandchildren, Jamie, Mitch, Matt, and Josh; 1 step brother and his wife, David and Sharon Post of Bronson; several nieces, nephews, and cousins. There will be no visitation. Memorial services will be held Thursday at 11 a.m. at the Allegan Christian Center. Pastor Lester Putney officiating. Interment Hudson Corners Cemetery, Allegan Twp., MI. Contributions may be made to the Allegan Christian Center. Arrangements by the Gorden Funeral Residence, Allegan Chapel.