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Remembering Gary D. Bertolin

Gary Donald Bertolin, age 84 of Kentwood, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 28, 2017. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Janet; his daughters, Karen and James Maxim, Sandy and Randy Randazzo, Cathi and Bruce Andrews, Connie Neason; grandchildren, Joel, Shannon, Brynn, Leigh, Stefanie, Justin, Haley, Kara, Bridget, and Alec; great grandchildren, Chloe, Adilynn, Elise, Sophia, Avery, Jame; and extended family and friends. Gary proudly served his country in the US Navy. He celebrated his last birthday on earth on Monday, with those who loved him most. Everybody that knew Gary loved him. Memorial services will be held Friday, December 1 at 11 am at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating. The family will receive relatives and friends on Thursday from 6-9 pm, at the funeral home. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice.

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Janet and girls, our thoughts are with you today. What a remarkable man to have had in your life. All our love, Michelle Paul Ryan and Melanie

— Michelle Moossdorff

Dear Janet, Kathy, Karen, Sandy and Connie. I send heartfelt condolences to you all. Your dad/husband was a sweet man and I have such fond memories of his kindness and humor. With love, -Nicole (giroux) Clark

— Nicole "Giroux" Clark

very sorry for your loss

— mike greenbauer

Sending our condolences to you all.... Gary was well liked by many, he will be missed. He is in a better place now, no more pain.... Keeping you all in our thoughts & prayers. With our love to all, Michael & Tammy Strzyzykowski

— Michael & Tammy Strzyzykowski

Will always have fond memories of what a sweet, nice person he was. My heartful prayers for your family.

— Donna Burleson

Janet and Family, Our sincere condolences to all of you at this time. May your memories you have made together comfort you at this time. Alan & Cathie Nicholls Cheryl & Pat Robillard

— Cathie Nicholls

So many memories of a life well lived. Janet may your family and those memories help you now. Know that I really wanted to be there but I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers. Love. Donna

— Dave & Donna Brindley

We are so sorry to hear about Gary's passing. Please know our thoughts are with you and we are praying for comfort for all the family. Love You Guys!

— Brian & Amy Conway

Our thoughts are with you during this time, Gary was such an amazing man! Love you all.

— Taylor Nieboer

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