Douglas Ploughman Ii

Douglas Lloyd “Doug” Ploughman II, age 53, of Gowen, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, August 12, 2024 at the Meijer Heart Center at Corewell Health-Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids after suffering a sudden heart attack. The son of Sandra L. (Wells) and Douglas L. Ploughman, he was born on February 17, 1971 in Greenville and had attended Greenville Public Schools. For over 35 years, Doug worked in the construction trades and enjoyed woodworking. He was a charismatic individual whose presence brightened every room he entered. Known for his infectious laughter, constant joking, and warm hugs, Douglas brought joy to everyone around him. He had an incredible ability to make others feel loved and cherished. Family was everything to Douglas. He loved wholeheartedly, and his devotion to his loved ones was unwavering. His legacy of love, laughter, and kindness will live on in the hearts of those who knew him. Douglas will be deeply missed, but his spirit will continue to bring comfort and smiles to all who remember him. He was preceded in death by his father, Douglas L. Ploughman. Surviving are his mother, Sandy Ploughman of Greenville; his fiancée, Andrea Wellman; his children, Mitchell & Hope Callaway, Aaron, Allison & Silas Ploughman, Samantha Ploughman & Victor DiVello, Sadie Ploughman & Diallo Blue, Tyler Chapin, Cristina Newton & Janelle Brindley, Hannah Mihelsic, and Madison Mihelsic; three sisters, Michelle & Ed Reynolds, Connie & Steve Cooper, and Jerry & Derek Campbell; Andrea’s parents, Perrin & Christine Wellman; Andrea’s siblings, Cathy & Carl Meinke, and Ashley & Shane Rawlings; and several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Relatives and friends are invited to celebrate Doug’s life beginning at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, August 24, 2024 at Doug & Andrea’s home, 14989 Larsen Ave. N.E., Gowen. Instead of flowers, contributions to the family would be appreciated. To send a message of sympathy to the family, sign Doug’s online guest book, or to share a favorite memory, please visit: www.MichiganCremation.com Cremation arrangements are entrusted to Christiansen’s Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Greenville, 616-754-5638. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Douglas Ploughman Ii, please visit our flower store.