It is with much sorrow that we announce the passing of Donald R. Flotow, age 82 of Portage, MI. Don left us peacefully on Oct. 9, 2026, at his home surrounded by family. Don was born on August 23, 1944, in Michigan City, IN, to the late Roy and Margaret (Pearson) Flotow. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Ronald Flotow; sister, Joan (Flotow) Houck; brother-in-law, Robert Houck; and brother-in-law, Richard Cook. His is survived by his wife, Laurie (Kaeding) Flotow; three daughters, Dodi (Paul Sierra) Flotow of Portage IN, Nicholle (Vince) Labadie of Britton MI, and Kristina (Laura VanWagner) Flotow of Portage MI; three grandchildren, Brooke (Dan) Maurer, Cassandra (Rob) Pearl, and Tristan (Briana) Fulwider; four great-grandchildren Gabrielle, Eva, Kennedy and Amelia; sister, Sandra Cook; extended family and friends. Don retired after a long career as a contractor and electrician. He also proudly served in the U.S. Army. He enjoyed playing golf, dancing, model trains, and spending time with his family. He had a special way of making people laugh. He was the love of Laurie’s life, married for 63 years. Don was a wonderful husband, father, and grandfather. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him.