Gordon Schmuker

Gordon Leo Schmuker, age 85, of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. He was preceded in death by his wife of 53 years, Geraine; his parents, Edward and Ione Schmuker; brothers, Wayne Schmuker, Gerald Schmuker and sister, Joanne Schmuker. He will be lovingly remembered by his children: Amy and Mike Hielkema, Lori and Jim Hotary, Lisa and Kevin Carlson, Beth and Paul Steffen, Matt and Erin Schmuker; grandchildren: Haleigh, Evan, Sydney, Gabriel, Connor, Eli, Myles, Colin, Reid, Emma; siblings, Yvonne Sevigny, Nancy (Larry) Branagan, Sharon Schmuker, Sandy (Craig) Reynolds; many nieces, nephews and dear friends. Gordon was a hard working, loving, caring husband, father and grandfather. He graduated from Catholic Central High School in 1953. He valiantly served his country in the Army National Guard during the Korean War. He had a strong work ethic and began working at age 10 at the VanderMarkt Family Farm. His life long career in the grocery industry began as a bag boy and worked his way to owning his own grocery stores and then working for Spartan Stores. He enjoyed being a proud sports booster at Byron Center Schools and Catholic Central. A Family Graveside service will be held 11 am on Tuesday, December 15, 2020 at Resurrection Cemetery, 4100 Clyde Park Ave. SW, Wyoming, with Fr. John Vallier presiding. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.