George W. Weygandt
Big Rapids – George W. Weygandt, 75, of Rogers Heights, passed away Monday, February 23, 2009, at Spectrum Health Butterworth Hospital in Grand Rapids.
He was born April 8, 1933, in Lake Odessa, the son of Arden and Faye (Sells) Weygandt. During the Korean Conflict, George served with the U.S. Army in Germany for 3 years until his honorable discharge in 1955.
On April 5, 1957, he married Marie Hodiak, and they moved to the Big Rapids area in 1962 where they have lived since. For many years, George was a truck driver for Wolverine World Wide until retiring in 1997.
George loved to ride horses, and was instrumental in helping to develop the Hungerford Lake Recreation Area Campground for equestrians. He also enjoyed hunting, especially for elk and mule deer in Montana. A devoted family man, George loved to spend time with his grandchildren, nieces, and nephews, and was willing to help anyone at anytime.
George is survived by his wife Marie; 2 daughters, Maria Weygandt of Kentwood, Kristi (Rob) DeRop of Northfield, MN; 1 son, George, Jr. “Chip” (Patty) of Trufant; 8 grandchildren, Randy (Sara) Bean, Anna (Austin) Shotwell, Jami DeRop, Jordan DeRop, and Cooper, Parker, Jackson, and Georgia Weygandt; 3 great-grandchildren, Megan and Katelyn Bean, and Wyatt Shotwell; 2 sisters, Carol VanVleck of Woodbine, MD, Margaret (Rodney) DuVall of Damascus, MD; a sister-in-law Joan Weygandt of Lake Odessa; and many nieces and nephews. George was preceded in death by a sister Wilma, and 3 brothers, Earl, Marvin, and Max.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m., Thursday, February 26, 2009, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with Rev. Phil Bongard officiating. Spring burial will be in the Ladner Cemetery in Rogers Heights. Memorial contributions for the American Heart Association, American Lung Association or the Cardio Pulmonary Rehabilitation Center for Mecosta County Medical Center may be left at the funeral home, where George’s family will greet friends on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m., and prior to services on Thursday. Online condolences may be offered at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com.
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Chip and family: I am very saddened to hear of your fathers passing. I remember him fondly and have you and your mother marie in our prayers. I remember your family as a loving family who let us teenagers come to their home and have some bon fires to keep us out of mischief (well sort of!). please give our condolences to your mom and your sisters for us. stay strong. scott and carla duemler (and richard and marilyn)
May God heal your sorrow and prayers ease your hurting.
We are so sorry to hear of your lost of George. Hopefully time will heal the hurt and only remember the good and wonderful times.
Nellie Dyer
Elizabeth Linley
Marie and family… So sorry to hear of your loss. There are no words to ease your pain right now. But know that the thoughts and prayers of your friends and loved ones will give you the strength you need. I will keep you in my prayers that you will find peace in your heart that will help you heal. JoEllyn (Dukes) Shellington