Gary “Squeak” Dale Tolan

Gary “Squeak” Tolan, age 86, of Caledonia, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 12, 2024.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Minor and Ora Tolan; and his sister-in-law, Sarah Tolan.

He will be lovingly remembered by his brothers, Wesley (Pat) Tolan, Marvin Tolan; Aunt Shirley; several nieces; nephews; great nieces and nephews; many cousins; and his special friend, Wally.

Gary was a lifelong resident of Caledonia (who would tell you where everyone lives/ has lived) who proudly worked for Kent County Road Commission for 42 years. He was a huge sports enthusiast, following a wide range of sports from the Wolverines, Tigers, high school sports, to many local baseball and softball games. He was an original charter member of the Caledonia Sportsmans Club. He was an avid hunter, that included hunting locally to going out west to Colorado. His love for travel took him on many extended vacations.

Relatives and friends may meet with the family on Wednesday, December 18, at 1:00 p.m. with funeral services following at 2 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia, with Rev. Dennis Gilbert officiating. Private family burial will be held at 3:30 p.m. at Lakeside Cemetery.    

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Caledonia American Legion Post 305 (9548 Cherry Valley Drive SE, Caledonia, MI 49316).