Brent “Howdy” Pletcher of Ortonville. Died April 8, 2016.  He was 63.  He was born May 9, 1952 in Pontiac, Michigan to Glennden and Shirley (nee: Ruple) Pletcher.  He is survived by parents; two sons, Stephen (Kourtney) Knox and Joshua Pletcher; two grandchildren, Clare and Grace Knox; sister, Cindy (Roger) Seelbinder; brother Brian (Ann) Pletcher.  Brent was a lifelong resident of Ortonville and was a motorcycle enthusiast.  He was always surrounded by his lifelong friends.  A memorial service will be held at a future date. Arrangements were entrusted to VILLAGE FUNERAL HOME-ORTONVILLE.  To send a condolence please go to www.CoatsFuneralHome.com .