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Peter Novak Obituary

Peter C. Novak, 71, passed away peacefully at home on Friday September 2, 2016. Peter is survived by his wife Patricia of 37 years, daughters Kim Rogers (Jeff), Andrea (Todd) Lewis, son Curtis (Catherine), and grandchildren Kristi, Kayla, Brennan, and Makena. He is also survived by his sister Anne Savage, brothers James Novak (Carol), Lawrence (Dee), Stanley Novak, in-laws Eva Simpson (Bill), Sharon Wehr (Chuck), grandma Dolores Stasiak and numerous nieces and nephews. Peter was a loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Peter was a hardworking man serving as a sergeant in the U.S. Airforce, dedicating more than 50 years to the Kent County Road Commission, and always willing to help anyone in need. He was a kind, loving, and good man. He is loved and will be missed by all. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 AM Tuesday at St. Anthony of Padua Church where he will repose one hour prior to Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery. His family will receive visitors Monday from 5 to 7 PM at Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, 3525 Remembrance Rd NW. Memorial contributions to a charity of one's choice will be appreciated.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Sep. 2 to Sep. 4, 2016.

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September 23, 2016

Pat and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie (Dornbush) Morris

Shonnie Plasman

September 6, 2016

So sorry for your loss Pat. Thinking of you and your family at this time.

Stefanie Alston

September 5, 2016

I love you and I will miss your hugs Uncle Pete. Give my Dad a giant hug for me.

Sue Meindertsma

September 5, 2016

It was a true honor to not only work with Pete but also share a truck with him in the winter at the KCRC (Pete worked day's & I worked night's). Pete was hard-working, honest & dedicated; not only to his family but also his employer. Thank you Pete for teaching us all how to give more and expect nothing extra. Our loss is heaven's gain. May God's peace be with you all as you mourn the loss of this dear man.

Kathy Williams

September 4, 2016

Pat, you and your family are in my prayers.
Kathy Williams
nurse at
Advantage Health

Mary and Uncle Herman Hahler

September 3, 2016

With love we send him to his Heavenly Home. He lived with humility and a gentle soul. I just wish we could have been able to be there for him and you in his final days. If we can do anything to help get you through this let us know. In the meantime you are all remembered in daily rosaries and prayers.

Scott Soda

September 2, 2016

Thanks for everything you taught me Pete at the Kent County Road Commission.

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