Alan Gudemoos Vigland, Benzonia, 74, cherished husband, father, friend and respected artist passed away on December 13, 2015. Alan taught ceramics part-time at Interlochen Center for the Arts and later at Northwestern Michigan College. Many of his colleagues at ICA and NMC became cherished life-long friends. Alan was a widely-respected potter among peers and customers with artwork in private collections nationwide. A celebration of Alan’s life will take place at the First Congregational Church of Benzonia on Saturday, January 9 at 11 AM. Lunch will be served following the celebration. Memorials may be made to the Northwestern Michigan College Foundation. Gifts will be directed to the NMC Art Department where Alan taught ceramics. To read the full obituary click here.
