Gaylord Schuur

January 23, 1945 ~
February 4, 2023

Gaylord Abe Schuur, age 78, of Wyoming, was called to his heavenly home on Saturday, February 4, 2023. He was preceded in death by his parents, Abraham and Francis Schuur; brother and sister-in-law, Gary and Pat Schuur; sister, Donna Whitcomb; and parents-in-law, Harold and Julia Kraker. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 58 years, Nancy; children, Greg and Kinda Schuur, Geoff and Katie Schuur, Mitch and Theresa Schuur; 11 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; brothers, Wayne and Corinne Schuur, Bob Ellis; and many nieces, nephews, cousins and dear friends and his special dog, Madison. Gaylord served in the Kent County Sheriff Department on road patrol as well as the detective bureau. He also served as paid-on-call Captain with the Wyoming Fire Department at Station 3. After retirement, Gaylord served as Court Security Officer for both State and Federal courts. He also delivered caskets for the Batesville Casket Company. Gaylord was a congenial, lively, friend, neighbor and relative. He was a warm, loving, caring husband, father and grandfather. His grandchildren were the joy of his life and spoiled them as often as possible. He attended as many of his kids’ and grandkids’ activities as possible. He was an active man tending his garden and yard. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, February 11, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. at Madison Square Christian Reformed Church, 1441 Madison Ave. SE, with Pastor Andrea Bult officiating. The burial will take place at Rosedale Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 2 - 4 p.m. and 6 - 8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and also on Saturday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Madison Ave. CRC Youth Group.

Funeral
Saturday, February 11
11:00am

Madison Church: Square Campus
1441 Madison Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
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Visitation
Friday, February 10
2:00pm - 4:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Visitation
Friday, February 10
6:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Visitation
Saturday, February 11
10:00am - 11:00am

Madison Church: Square Campus
1441 Madison Ave SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507
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Leave Your Tribute Message

February 12, 2023 9:05am
Just heard about Gay's passing yesterday. Sorry for your loss. I have many good memories of working with Gay training our K9 partners at Kent County.

- Dale Boerema

February 10, 2023 12:27pm
My condolences to the entire Schuur family, Gay was a great dad to his kids, and us neighborhood kids growing up. He would always make time for someone who needed help in any way. I have fond memories of him and his family growing up on Delaat , he will be dearly missed by us all.

- John Lafontsee

February 09, 2023 4:05pm
Nancy and the entire Schuur family: We are very sorry to hear of Gaylord's passing. While I work primarily with the Customer Service Reps from the Livonia Batesville warehouse, his contribution to the Grand Rapids CSR team and interaction with Funeral Directors is a great loss to our company. Reading about his professional accomplishments in law enforcement remind me why I was so impressed with him the only time we met on a Saturday delivery to one of our funeral home customers. The many moments he had impacting the next generation of Schuurs is an example to us all that family is the most important earthly gift we are given. Rest in Peace, Gaylord. Jeff and Debbie Davis, Frankenmuth MI

- Jeff Davis

February 08, 2023 2:38pm
Our sympathies and prayers to Nancy and the Schuur family. Enjoyed working with Gay at the Fire Department and the Courthouse.

- John and Deb Meppelink

February 08, 2023 5:28am
I worked with Gay at KCSD several years before his retirement. He was a good man, and I am so very sorry for your loss.

- Danielle Geldersma

February 07, 2023 4:05pm
My Condolences go out the Shurr family. Thank you for sharing such a good, funny and stand up guy with so many of us.. He would always have something good to say to help you get thru a bad day. Gay,, You will be missed. I'm praying for you Nancy and for all of your family. May God give you strength thru this most difficult time. 🙏🏽 Kathy Matthews 🌻

- Kathy Matthews

February 07, 2023 3:23pm
Prayers and thoughts for your family. God bless you all.

- sheila collins

February 06, 2023 11:39pm
Nancy - my heart goes out to you and your family at the home going of Gay. I have such great memories of him. My late husband Ron always enjoyed working with Gay at the Sheriff's Department too. Gay had a heart of gold and he will be surely missed, but we know we will see him again. May all the wonderful memories you have of Gay bring you much comfort and strength and when you think of those great memories may it being a smile to your face. Blessings to all of you. Denise (Ditmar) Carlson

- Denise (Ditmar) Carlson

February 06, 2023 11:10pm
Nancy & Family: we are so saddened by this news. Bob has so many memories of working with Gay and we both remember fun times canoeing, shift get- together, picnics. May your memories stay strong. Our prayers are with you. - Bob & Marian Orange

- Marian Orange

February 06, 2023 7:43pm
It was a pleasure to know Gay over the years. His love of people, children and dogs was on display always. No one could be around him long without hearing his roar of a laugh as he shared a good joke. I worked with him, my brother-in-law worked with him. Thank you, Gay, for letting us know you.

- Rob Johnson

February 06, 2023 6:02pm
we send our condolences to the family, Gaylord was a good friend of my dads ,he will be greatly missed by all who knew him

- Cecil & Jackie (Fox) Niswonger

February 06, 2023 4:28pm
Dear Nancy and family - Gay was a terrific guy with a wonderful smile and fun laugh. We can remember some very special times with both of you. He will be missed by many. We send you our deepest sympathies during this sad and difficult time. You will be close in our thoughts and prayers on Saturday but we are unable to attend Gay's Memorial Service in person as we're in Florida. Sending you our love and hugs today.

- Bob and Brenda Austin

February 06, 2023 3:40pm
I will miss sharing my birthday with him. Have fun up there with my Dad. I will miss you calling me Mattie all the time. Prayer for the family!

- Matthew McCarthy

February 06, 2023 3:07pm
Gay and I started together in 1968 As Kent County Deputies. We became very good Friends and shared many wonderful memories of the "Early Days" of our Law Enforcement Careers. He is a "Brother that I will always Treasure. My thoughts and prayers to His Family.

- Bob Blevins

February 06, 2023 3:07pm
I have fond memories of working with Gay at the KCSO. His smile and sense of humor stand out in my mind. My deepest condolences to the Schuur family as they journey through this sudden loss.

- Joan Hertel

February 06, 2023 3:03pm
Gay and I started together in 1968 As Kent County Deputies. We became very good Friends and shared many Wonderful Memories of the "Early Days" of our Law Enforcement Careers. He is a "Brother" that I will always Treasure. My thoughts a prayers to His Family.

- Bob Blevins




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