Gary “Squeak” Dale Tolan

August 1, 1938 ~
December 12, 2024

Gary “Squeak” Tolan, age 86, of Caledonia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Minor and Ora Tolan; and his sister-in-law, Sarah Tolan.

He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers, Wesley (Pat) Tolan, Marvin Tolan; Aunt Shirley; several nieces; nephews; great nieces and nephews; many cousins; and his special friend, Wally.

Gary was a lifelong resident of Caledonia (who would tell you where everyone lives/ has lived) who proudly worked for Kent County Road Commission for 42 years. He was a huge sports enthusiast, following a wide range of sports from the Wolverines, Tigers, high school sports, to many local baseball and softball games. He was an original charter member of the Caledonia Sportsmans Club. He was an avid hunter, that included hunting locally to going out west to Colorado. His love for travel took him on many extended vacations.

Relatives and friends may meet with the family on Wednesday, December 18, at 1:00 p.m. with funeral services following at 2 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia, with Rev. Dennis Gilbert officiating. Private family burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Lakeside Cemetery.    

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Caledonia American Legion Post 305 (9548 Cherry Valley Drive SE, Caledonia, MI 49316). 

Visitation
Wednesday, December 18
1:00pm - 2:00pm

MKD - Caledonia
616 E. Main St. SE
Caledonia, MI 49316
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Phone: (616) 891-8155

Funeral Service
Wednesday, December 18
2:00pm

MKD - Wyoming Division Ave.
3131 S. Division Ave.
Wyoming, MI 49548
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Phone: (616) 243-0176

Leave Your Tribute Message

December 26, 2024 9:51am
Sending condolences to Marv and family. So sorry for your loss

- Holly Anderson

December 17, 2024 5:36pm
Although we were not biologically related, I will always cherish the memories that I have with my Grandpa. Thank you for being a great man and role model! I will love you and miss you forever! With love and deepest sypathy

- Bill Pugh

December 15, 2024 12:37pm
A lot of good memories with this man either hunting card playing sports or a social gathering . One you would always lose an argument with in his eyes . But yet always one to enjoy talking with.

- Todd Grinage




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