Norman Lee Felker

February 1, 1935 ~
November 21, 2021

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Norman Lee Felker, age 86, of Grandville, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, November 21, 2021. He was preceded in death by his father, Forrest Felker; mother and step-father, Edna and Henry Havens; sister, Barbara Ann Felker; brother, Bud Felker; son-in-law, Bill DePirro. Norman will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 40 years, Beverly; children, Sheryle DePirro, David (Julie) Van Dam, Kip (Diane) Felker, Kris (Rick) Lemonds, Scott (Rhonda) Van Dam, Richard (Michelle) Felker; thirteen grandchildren; eighteen great-grandchildren; one great-great-grandchild; siblings, Pat (Harry) Werkema, Sandy Rone; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Gord (Eunice) Gilman, Terry (Bob) Potts; extended family and friends. Norman proudly served in the US Army Reserves. He retired from GM’s 36th Street Fisher Body Plant after 32 years of service. Norman also retired as the CEO of Michigan Community Blood Center after 25 years. A memorial service will be held on Tuesday, December 14, 2021, at 11:00 a.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. with Rev. Austin Vondracek officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family from 10-11 a.m. at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice Trillium Woods. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com

Visitation
Tuesday, December 14
10:00am - 11:00am

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

Phone: (616) 534-8656

Memorial Service
Tuesday, December 14
11:00am

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

Phone: (616) 534-8656

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March 23, 2022 12:37pm
My father is truly missed by us all. He made everyone feel like they were the most important person in the room when he talked to you. A very kind man that treated others the way he wanted to be treated. Other then his children- his wife Bev was his Chauffeur confidant partner and love of his life… miss you Daddy!

- Sheryle DePirro

December 14, 2021 7:14am
Norm and Bev have been long time family friends and it's with great Sadness that we just learned of Norm's passing last night! Our deepest sympathy goes out to Bev and the family for your loss! RIP Norm! - Love, Scott & Vicky

- Scott & Victoria Mainwaring

December 12, 2021 5:21pm
Beverly and Family, I had the honor of working with Norm for 25 years. Norm was a kind man who took the time to get to know all of his employees and talk with them like they were the most important person at the time. His decisions were always what was best for the patients and the staff. He will be remembered fondly by many and greatly missed. My deepest sympathies to you all at this difficult time.

- Cindy Raven

December 12, 2021 8:05am
Norm was a great Benefit Rep and served honorably on the blood Bank for many years. He will be missed.

- Bonnie Kelly

December 12, 2021 7:56am
Norm was a great Benefit Rep and served honorably on the blood Bank for many years. He will be missed.

- Bonnie Kelly

December 11, 2021 12:47pm
My condolences to the family. I’m praying for the family during this time of bereavement.

- Alice Taylor

December 10, 2021 11:46pm
I'm so sorry to you all, my thoughts and prayers are with you, HUGS!

- Denise Siebart-Clarey

December 10, 2021 4:27pm
Norm was instrumental in bringing a better and more responsive level of blood services to Munson and affiliate hospitals of the Grand Traverse region. He and his chauffeur Beverly were welcome guests at the hospital and in our home. He was always upbeat and will be missed.

- Wiliam A Springstead MD

December 10, 2021 1:05pm
As fellow blood bank CEO, our ABC meetings never went by without finding time to spend with Norm. He made everything a joy.

- Jim Rutledge

December 09, 2021 7:53am
I started working at the Blood Center in '93. Norm was such a kind man and knew each and every employee. He even brought chocolate to the crew that worked on Saturdays! His presence at the blood center was greatly missed after his retirement. My deepest sympathies to his family.

- Beth VanderWal

December 04, 2021 3:35pm
To Bev and family...Norm was such good man and a joy to be around. I always looked forward to seeing him at the blood bank meetings. He was usually top of my list in who I sought out first. My deepest sympathies to you all.

- Jacqueline Kocz

November 24, 2021 11:53am
I am so sorry to hear of Norm's passing. I always enjoyed our times together, both in meetings and on the golf course, even when the golf cart went off without us! My best you Bev and your family.

- David Parsons

November 23, 2021 7:48pm
Bev, Patti and I always enjoyed our golf rounds and your friendship; Norm was one of a kind. Joe Schifano

- Patti and Joe Schifano

November 23, 2021 3:54pm
I enjoyed every minute I got to spend with Norm. My deepest sympathy to Bev. Bob Carden

- Bob Carden

November 23, 2021 2:53pm
Bev and family, I am so sorry for the passing of Norm. We have been buds since our junior year in high school. RIP friend. LOVE!

- Marilyn Peterson

November 23, 2021 11:36am
My deepest sympathies to family and friends of Norm. He was a valued blood banking voice and a good pal,

- Louis M. Katz MD




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