Thomas Bulgarella

Thomas James Bulgarella, age 66, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Tuesday, April 7, 2020. Tom worked at Steelcase for many years, and later worked with Hope Network. He loved to hunt and fish. He was preceded in death by his parents, August and Margaret Bulgarella. He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers: August Bulgarella, Joseph Bulgarella; 2 nieces; Crystal Bulgarella, Sharon and Raymond Abbey; great nieces: Roselyn, Katheryn and Katlyn Abbey. A private burial will be held at Resurrection Cemetery and a memorial service will be held at a later date.

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May 15, 2020

Tommy and family— so sorry to hear this. As a cousin I didn’t see a lot I do remember you coming up to the farms in Morley- Aunt Annie and Uncle John’s. You were always easy to talk to. Rest In Peace- be with God. FromAunt Carrie and Uncle Pete’s family

- Pat Langworthy

April 16, 2020

Tom everyone loved you at Side by Side. You were always kind, generous',,and caring with our participants. You helped me every day with attending to their medical needs. Miss you very much. Rest in peace secure in God's love.

- Judith Maxim

April 09, 2020

Tom was a very loving and kind man, thank you for alway allowing walker valley to join in your activity, You are pain free, and with the Father, you will be missed

- Karen Workman

April 09, 2020

Tom was a caring man who built a beautiful bird house with my father who was at Side By Side because of Dementia.

- Julie DeGroot -Sjogren

April 09, 2020

Oh Tommy!!!! It was such a great pleasure working with you and getting to know you! You have opened my eyes to working with older adults. Without you, I wouldn’t be where I am. Rest easy my friend. This world is a little sadder without you.

- Vy Bui