Bruce Kinsley

Bruce Lauren Kinsley, 80, of Beaver Island, died Saturday, January 28, 2017, at his home. He was born October 9, 1936, in Ann Arbor to Lauren and Mildred (Stoll) Kinsley. He grew up in Ann Arbor, and served in the US Navy from 1955-57, stationed in Hawaii. Returning home from the Navy, he made his home in Saline, Mich. and for a short time lived in Florida, returning to Saline. On April 30, 1977, he married Jean L. Welke in Saline. For the past sixteen years, they have made their home on Beaver Island.

Bruce worked as a self employed General Contractor.

He is survived by his wife, Jean; stepsons, Tim Tubbs, and Greg Purtzenski; grandchildren, Matt Kinsley, Shelbi (Tracey) Kinsley, Travis Tubbs, Shana Tubbs, Kevin Purtzenski; great-grandchildren, Levi and Mia.

Cremation has taken place. A private service will be held at a later date.

Memorial contributions may be made to Beaver Island Rural Health Center, or to Beaver Island Friends of Veterans.