Richard Lawrence Palmer

Richard Lawrence Palmer, 41, of Marshall, died on Saturday December 16, 2006 at his home.Richard was born on January 31, 1965, in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Graham G. and Marian L. (Lehnert) Palmer. He graduated from Marshall High School in 1983.Richard served in the U.S. Army during the Gulf War. Richard will be remembered as a giving and loving person willing to help out anyone.He is survived by his mother Marian Palmer of Marshall, three children Brittany, Richard, and Samantha Palmer of Missouri, a wife, Zina Palmer of Pennsylvania, and a brother Craig (Robin) Palmer of Battle Creek. He was preceded in death by his father Graham.A graveside service will take place at 11:00am on Wednesday at Fort Custer National Cemetery with military honors. Memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army. Assistance with memorials is available at the Kempf Funeral Home.