Delbert L. LaFontsee Sr.

Delbert L. LaFontsee Sr., age 73, of Grand Rapids, born and raised in Wyoming, passed away Saturday, October 8, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sandra Kay LaFontsee, and his parents, Julian and Ethyl. He is survived by his children: Todd Williams, Theresa (Dan) Postma, Kim (Ron) Peuler, Cameron (Carol) Stuck, Michelle (Roy) Billington, Delbert “JR” (Jamie) LaFontsee Jr., Caroline LaFontsee and Ryan Ward; 25 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren; many brothers, sisters, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 14, 11:00 am at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating. Interment Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 10-11 am prior to the service at the funeral home.

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October 13, 2016

Dad, you crazy old man. You kept me on my toes. I loved you dearly and I always appreciated the way you kept me smiling. I'm happy your with mom but we sure are going to miss you. Thanks for leaving me with your mini version of you xoxox.

- Jamie LaFontsee

October 12, 2016

Dear Dad, Thanks for always being there for me and shaping me into becoming a great father, a loving husband and a respected adult. I will never forget the things you have taught me including being humble, work hard and treat others with respect. I will never forget you or mom and will always have you in my heart. Love, "Little Del"

- Delbert LaFontsee Jr.