Carl Frederick Begerow, age 91, of Wyoming, went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, October 10, 2020.  He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian; and sisters: Lois Emelander, Geraldine Krol.  He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Thomas (Sharon) Begerow, Carol (Sherm) Johnson, Jeffrey (Sandra) Begerow, Todd (Nichole) Begerow; grandchildren: Kimberly Begerow, Katie (Andrew) Parnell, Kelly (Joel) Fauser, Jared (Melissa) Johnson, David (Anne) Johnson, Lauren Johnson, Luke, Ian and Lilly Begerow; 18 great grandchildren; sister, Marian Pyper; brothers-in-law, John (Cathy) Wizorek, Herb Neuman; many nieces and nephews.  Carl proudly served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, and received the purple heart.  He retired from Packaging Corp. of America after over 40 years.  He enjoyed watching high school sporting events, Detroit Tigers and the U of M Wolverines.  Most of all, Carl loved spending time with his children and grandchildren.  A funeral service will be held 11:00 a.m. Wednesday, October 14, 2020, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood, with Rev. Hank Vlaardingerbroek officiating.  Burial Resurrection Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday from 4-7 p.m. at the funeral home.  Because Carl loved to donate to many different charities, in lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions to a charity of one’s choice.

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December 12, 2020 3:11pm
To Carl’s Family, I’m sad to hear of Carl’s passing. I got to know him when he became a passenger of my Tuesday night bring the old folks to McDonalds group. The group supported each other through good and bad and are now back together again. Sending strength.

- Jo Plank-Alberta

November 08, 2020 1:28pm
Jeff Begerow. My long lost brother. I was very sad to see your dad passed on. My condolences to you and the Begerow family. What a great man he was. I’m sure he will be missed by many!! Love, Mike and Jill Schrotenboer

- Mike schrotenboer

October 14, 2020 4:44am
Jeff, you are a dear friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You were so good to your Dad and took care of him until the end. May God be with you. Greg and Tracey Hindenach

- Greg and Tracey Hindenach

October 13, 2020 10:09am
To the Begerow family. So sorry for your loss. Carl was one of the best father's in the neighborhood. I loved the banter about sports between Carl and his sons. I was privileged to count Carl as a second father figure and know first hand what a kind, smart and generous man he was who loved his family dearly. Carl would get a new car nearly every year yet he let Jeff borrow it so us neighborhood kids could go to the Catholic Central activities even when the car was only one week old. I always appreciated that. God rest your soul. Your kindness was so refreshing. You will be deeply missed.

- Barney Kriscunas

October 13, 2020 8:39am
Very sorry for your loss. Uncle Karl's smile and laugh will always be cherished. A favorite childhood memory is the the Begerow Christmas parties with kielbasa,, bowling, and all the laughter. I hope that you all feel God's loving embrace and all your special memories will bring you comfort.

- Cheryl Lubbers

October 13, 2020 5:18am
We are so sad for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. Your father and grandfather always had a smile & a wave from his backyard. He has and will be missed. May your memories sustain you forever until you meet again. Sincerely, Ruben & Sue Ysasi

- Sue Ysasi

October 12, 2020 5:23pm
Dear Carol, Sherm, and family, We are so sorry for the loss of your dad and grandfather. May he enjoy an eternity in God's Paradise, and may his soul be filled up and overflowing with joy. And may God grant you peace, until you meet again. In Christ's Love, Joyce & Dan Wagner

- Joyce Wagner




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