Russell Mark Kiel

Russell Mark Kiel, age 68, was called to his eternal home in heaven on Tuesday, December 7, 2021. He was reunited in heaven with his wife Ann Marie, whom he loved and missed deeply for the last 18 years. Those also welcoming him home when he crossed over, who have already entered into eternal life, include his parents, Russell and Margaret (Amborski) Kiel, Frank and Helen Matulaitis; sister, Rose Enyart; brother, Jerry Kiel; brother-in-law, Gary Belka; and nephew, Gary Belka, Jr. Those who love and miss him dearly include his daughter, Lisa Ann Kiel; and special granddaughter Molly Ann. He was proud and honored to serve as a godfather to Cheryl (Kiel) Edema, Megan (Crowley) Vree, and Cameron Snoap. Always special to his heart and whom he loved dearly as his own, Melissa (Crowley) Kober. Other survivors include brothers and sisters, Donald and Louise Kiel, Mary Lou Belka, Janice and Floyd Ertle and Richard Enyart; uncle, Larry and Hannah Amborski; and many special nieces and nephews. Russ was a devoted teacher for 35 years at Grandville Public Schools and worked summers at Jenison Meijer. A Mass of Christian burial will be held Monday at 11:00 am at St. Sebastian Church, 9408 Wilson SW, Byron Center, with Father Chuck Fisher presiding. Russ will be laid next to his wife, who he so dearly missed these past few years. Relatives and friends are invited to meet the family at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive on Sunday, December 12, 2021 from 4-8 pm. A rosary will be held at 8 p.m. An additional visitation will be held from 10-10:45 at the church prior to the service. Due to his love of teaching and education, memorial contributions may be made to his granddaughter, as her wishes are to become a teacher like her Papa.