Gerald W. Krohn
November 30, -0001 – March 23, 2018
The family will receive friends at the funeral home on Monday March 26, 2018, from 2:00 to 4:00 PM and 6:00 to 8:00 PM. A funeral service will be held at the funeral home on Tuesday, March 27, 2018, beginning at 11:00 AM. Interment at Mt. Ever-Rest Memorial Park.
Obituary
Age 75, passed away at home on March 23, 2018. He was born in Kalamazoo, MI the son of the late Merriell and Ivan (Hunt) Krohn. Gerald was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend who will be missed. He was a loyal U of M fan who loved all things Maze and Blue! He enjoyed staying active and having fun. He took many cruises, liked to play Keno, bowling and was a softball umpire for many years. Gerald was a hard worker who retired from Graphic Packaging after 41 years of service. Gerald also loved animals, especially his faithful basset hounds. His warm smile, sense of humor and loving nature will be missed by all who knew him. On September 28, 1973, he married the love of his life, Sharon (Homan) Krohn who survives. He is also survived by six children, Mark, Rick, Robert, Tim (Amanda) Krohn, Ron (Carmen) Valkema, Jodi (David Thomas) Newell; twenty-five grandchildren and ten great-grandchildren; in-laws, Barb Krohn, Brenda (Craig) Harrington, Luann (Dee) Bigelow Lee (Debra) Homan; many other relatives and friends. Gerald was also preceded in passing by his step-father, Leo VanAvery, brothers, Robert, Don, Ken and Rich Krohn; a sister, Marilyn Reynolds.
To the Family of Gerry, I worked with Gerry at Graphic Pkg. for several years. He was very enjoyable to work with and like me, an avid Michigan fan as was my old friend Bill Outman. Gerry was a hard worker and I considered him a friend. I am sorry for your loss but the memories live on. Sincerely, Bob Morrison
Gerry you were a great grandpa, we enjoyed your visit last Sept. You will be greatly missed by many.
Dear Sharon and Jodi It is with deepest sorrow that I received the news that Jerry had passed. I was blessed that he called me friend and that I had the opportunity to spend many hours with him on the softball field and elsewhere. He was a special man and will be greatly missed. Phylis and I wish you and the family the peace that only Christ can give, and God speed to Jerry. Go rest high upon that mountain. Your work on earth is done. Much love, The Welch family
Its has been too many years…. But Uncle Gerry. RIP in Heaven. Say Hi to my dad Don, and all your brothers and your sister too …Love to all…
He was a great guy! My prayers and thoughts go out to your family! He always treated me as one of his own grandchildren and could put a smile on your face!
We send our condolences Sharon & family.
Sharon and Jodi, So sorry for you loss… my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Sharon and Jodi, our deepest sympathies to you and your entire family. Wishing you peace, Sally Browne and Darlene Westveer
Gerry, Rest in peace ! You will be missed. You were great guy. Victor & Mariya Iwlew
I worked with Gerry at “Let’s Go Blue” for a few years. Gerry was a great guy, willing to help, and fun to be around. His smile was contagious! I hope good memories bring your family peace. You will be missed Gerry.
Sharon I am so sorry for yours and your families loss. I will praying for you all.
Grandpa you were the greatest. So loving, caring, and funny. I’m truly going to miss you and will always love you.
Prayers to you so sorry for your Loss..May your heart not be saddened we know your Dad rest in the arms of the lord?
Dad you will truly be missed, I valued all the times that Rick and I got to just hang out with you! All the talks! Rest in peace!
Gerry its hard to find the words to describe how much you will be truly missed. I love you.
I love u uncle jerry i will miss u
Rest in Peace, Dad! You are loved & will be missed by many!