William C. Pond of Mt. Pleasant Michigan passed away August 31, 2016 after a long illness.  "Bill" Pond was born June 5, 1942 to Rosella and Clifford Pond in Manistique Michigan.  He grew up in Kalamazoo Michigan and had many friends there.

     Bill is survived by his four children:  William Ernest Pond, of Marshall; Catherine Pond, of Mt. Pleasant; Andrea Powers, of Grand Rapids; Richard Pond, of Mesa AZ.  He is also survived by his sister, Sharon Meadows, of Kalamazoo; brother, Robert Duffin, of Scotts; grandchildren; great grandchildren; nieces and nephews.

     Bill served proudly in the United States Marine Corp, was an Elder in the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians.  He served on the Paw Paw Chamber of Commerce and was a member of the Knights of Columbus.  Deer hunting, golfing and socializing with friends were things Bill loved to do.

     Arrangements for services are being made at Fort Custer National Cemetery in Augusta.  Memorial contributions are suggested to the family.