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Remembering Donald Jay Kortman

Donald Jay Kortman, age 56, of Richland, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 14, 2023. Don was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. Don worked in the trucking parts industry for nearly 40 years and spent the last 13 years as Vice President of Parts for M&K Truck Centers. Don enjoyed spending time with his family on the lake, golfing with his wife Tammy, and spending the spring and summer gardening and landscaping around his house. Don was preceded in death by his parents, Gerrit and Virginia Kortman; brother, Jim Kortman; sister-in-law, Karen Kortman. Don will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Tammy, and her son, Grady Wilson; his first wife, Amy Kortman and their children, (#1) Jeff and Gayathri Kortman, (#2) Greg and Tracy Kortman, (#3) Kelsie and fiancé Greg Eichenberg; grandchildren, Maya, Chloe, William, Marley, and Anna; siblings, Bob and Marilyn Kortman, Carol and Russ Vanden Toorn, Gary Kortman; sister-in-law, Diane Kortman; Tammy’s parents, Thomas and Karen Rehrer; Tammy’s siblings, Todd and Shannon Rehrer, Travis and Therese Rehrer, Tiffany and Paul Du Bina; and many nieces and nephews. Celebration of Life services will be held Monday 2 pm at MKD Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave, Wyoming, MI. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday from 1-2 pm at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Gift of Life.

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Jeff, please accept our heartfelt condolences. May the memory of your dad give you peace and comfort.

— LOGANATHAN ARUMUGAM

Tammy, Please know that I’m thinking of you and praying for you. You have my deepest sympathy. And, lots of love and support from me and your work peeps. Wish you (and your family) as much peace, comfort, and courage as possible during this time and the road ahead.

— Ashley Conner

Tammy, Brenda and I send our condolences to you and your family. Don was a great colleague and friend, and he will be missed. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

— Bob Crippen

Thoughts and hugs with you all. His smile will always be present - his heart was so pure and thoughtful- always making sure everyone was taken care of- on and off the water! He will be missed greatly!

— Kelly Keith

Tammy, hold tight we are all with you. Reach out if you need anything. It was good reminiscing with you yesterday at the house.

— DERMOT ANTHONY ASHBY

Jeff heartfelt condolences on this huge loss may his soul RIP.

— Arasu

Tammy, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my prayers.

— Lindy Richman

Tammy, My heart goes out to you and your family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss. Sending hugs!

— Chris Wagner

Rest in peace cousin Donny. May your love for life and sense of humor live on through all the lives you have touched.

— Kurt meekhof

We miss you so much, we love you, and we know you would be smiling down on us all & cracking jokes. ❤️ Love you Dad.

— Tracy Kortman

Tammy our heart go out to you. Don was not only an amazing co-worker but a great friend outside of work. His sense of humor was truly unique. He was a giant not in height but personality. We shared the same passion and love for our wives , family , friends, the outdoors and water. He will be missed and you will remain in our thoughts and prayers along with all of his family .Rest in Peace brother.

— Joe Bova

Sharing your sorrow in the loss of one you so loved. Sending my deepest sympathy. May your hearts heal over time.

— Bobbie Paisley

You were so much fun. We have some great memories on the boat and vacations. You will be missed.

— Carole Bultsma

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