Christopher Kaley

Christopher D. Kaley, 43 of Coarsegold, CA, formerly of Ellsworth, passed away on May 29, 2014 in CA. Chris was born on Dec. 8, 1970 in Traverse City the son of Daryl and Lois (Mason) Kaley and was a 1990 graduate of Ellsworth High School. Following high school he joined the US Marines. Chris enjoyed fishing, scuba diving, snorkeling, and all water activities. He also enjoyed hiking and camping. Some of his favorite times were spent hunting in Antrim County with his dad. He is survived by his wife Angela Kaley of Coarsegold, CA, his parents Lois and Daryl Kaley of Ellsworth, sisters Heather (Jerry) Dittrich of Williamsburg, Carrie (Corbin) Newton of Central Lake, maternal grandmother Doris Mason of Bellaire, niece Kaley (Chris) Dillon, nephews Cody Jacobs, Chase Dittrich, Elijah and Noah Newton, and many aunts and uncles. He was preceded in death by paternal grandparents William and Marjory Kaley, maternal grandfather Earl Mason, and several aunts, uncles and cousins. A celebration of his life will take place on Saturday, June 14 at 4:00 p.m. at the Central Lake Chapel of Mortensen Funeral Homes. Visitation will be from 2-4 p.m. also on Saturday.