Denise McCulloch

Denise Kay McCulloch, age 68, of Beaverton, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born on November 21, 1956, the daughter of Lloyd and Jean (Weldon) Bowen, in Clare. On June 14, 1975, Denise married the love of her life, Mikecal McCulloch. Together, they built a beautiful life, sharing 49 years of love, laughter, and cherished memories. Denise worked at Gladwin Metal Processing for 26 years. She went on to become the owner and operator of River Acres Sewing. 

Denise loved farming alongside her husband and family. She appreciated the freedom of working from home and cherished the time spent quilting and gardening with her children. More than anything, she adored her grandchildren and treasured every moment with them. She always made sure her family was taken care of before herself. She was the fuel that kept the family going. 

She is survived by her mother: Jean Bowen; husband: Mikecal McCulloch; children: Gary and Jennifer (Donn) McCulloch and Sarah (McCulloch) and Jeffrey Blackmer; grandchildren: Austin McCulloch, Jace McCulloch, Alyssa (Grant Fritz) Murphy, Dokotah McGuire, Tucker Trinca, Trisha Trinca, Dawson Blackmer, Keton (Brianna Cornell) Blackmer, and Mason Blackmer; great-grandchildren: Jackson Fritz, Cooper Fritz, Renner Fritz, and Brooklyn Cornell; siblings: Clifford (Angie) Bowen, Phyllis (Chuck) Jacobsen, Carol (Marty) Govitz, and Judy (Kirk) Cameron; in-laws: Dennis McCulloch, Bryan (Renae) McCulloch, and Cynthia (Chris) Day; along with several nieces and nephews. 

She was preceded in death by her father: Lloyd Bowen; in-laws: Joe and Sue McCulloch; sister-in-law: Cheryl McCulloch; and nephew: Logan Lee. 

Honoring her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will take place on Tuesday, February 25, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at the Free Methodist Church in Gladwin. Visitation will be held on Monday, February 24, 2025 from 3:00-8:00 P.M. at Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home in Gladwin. Arrangements are in the care of Hall-Kokotovich Funeral Home. www.hallkokotovichfuneralhome.com