Gary Zichterman

December 9, 1946 ~
September 17, 2021

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Gary Lee Zichterman, age 74, of Hudsonville, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 17, 2021, and went to be with his Lord. He was preceded in death by his parents, Arnold and Connie; and his sister and brother-in-law, Pat and Gary Schuur. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Nancy; children and grandchildren, Bryan and Lynda Zichterman (Miaya, Treyton, Sophia, Eleyna), Debbi and Dave Hildenbrand (Olivia and Chase Sumner, Blake Hildenbrand), Mark and Sarah Zichterman (Maxton, Crew, Asher); brothers, Gene and Joan Zichterman, Rick and Joan Zichterman, Ron Zichterman; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Carol and Jim VanderMolen, Jeanne Haynor, Betsy and Steve Craven, Roger and Tricia Haynor; many nieces and nephews; and his constant canine companion, Aussie. Funeral services will be held on Thursday, September 23, 2021, at 11 a.m. at Wellspring Church, 4466 Bauer Rd., Hudsonville, with family friend, Rich Kornoelje officiating. Relatives and friends may visit the family Wednesday, September 22, from 5-8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and on Thursday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the church prior to the service.

Visitation
Wednesday, September 22
5:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418

Phone: (616) 534-8656

Visitation
Thursday, September 23
10:00am - 10:45am

Wellspring Church
4466 Bauer Rd.
Hudsonville, MI 49426

Funeral Service
Thursday, September 23
11:00am

Wellspring Church
4466 Bauer Rd.
Hudsonville, MI 49426

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September 27, 2021 1:00pm
Prayers and Sympathies for the whole Zichterman family. I was saddened to hear of Gary's passing. Gary played a very important role in my life when he and Nancy moved in next door when they first got married. Gary was instrumental in encouraging my involvement in sports and would take me, as a ten year old, to watch him and his buddies play fast pitch softball and basketball. That introduction to sports turned into a life long enjoyment of participating and watching sports for me and also for my family. I'm glad I took the opportunity to look him up and take him to lunch to be able to thank him for the impact he had on my life. I had just thought very recently about doing that again. Gary was a good man and I was blessed by the important role he played in my life. Rog Vanderheide

- Roger Allen Vanderheide

September 24, 2021 9:16pm
Gary was a great guy! Was privileged to know him.Sincere Sympathy to the Family.

- David & Linda VanRhee

September 22, 2021 9:37am
Gary was a gentleman and a gentle man. It was a privilege to know him and work with him. We pray that his family is comforted by their faith during this time of grief.

- Glenn Benko

September 21, 2021 9:20am
Zichterman Family - So sorry to hear of Gary's passing. May you rest assured in the promises of our Heavenly Father. Prayers for you & your family for peace & comfort.

- Bob & Joyce Nyenhuis

September 21, 2021 9:13am
Sympathies and prayers to God for peace and comfort to Brian and all the Zichterman family in your loss.

- Greg Holstege

September 21, 2021 5:39am
Gary was a pleasure to work with at Herman Miller. He was always thinking of better ways to accomplish work. Gary loved to make improvements and save the corporation money. He worked with integrity and was willing to challenge the status quo. It was evident the way Gary approached work was guided by his faith. We pray Nancy and family wiill be comforted with the Holy Spirit n the days and weeks to come and kn ow they will treasure fond memories of Gary,

- Wayne Brower




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