William Edward "Bill" Kanthack

William Edward "Bill" Kanthack obituary, Kalamazoo, MI

William Edward "Bill" Kanthack

William Kanthack Obituary

William Edward "Bill" Kanthack, age 50, of Kalamazoo passed away Friday afternoon, July 9, 2021 at Bronson Methodist Hospital after a long fought battle with Cancer. He was born in Port Huron, Michigan at Mercy Hospital on September 21, 1970, the son of Steve and Glazier "Gay" (Weakland) Kanthack. Bill served in the United States Navy and then worked as a CDL Truck Driver for more than 20 years. For the past four years, Bill has owned & operated WK Services, a landscaping company in Kalamazoo. Bill is survived by his daughter, Cierra Kanthack of Battle Creek; his grandson, Chevy Shaffer of Battle Creek; his parents, Steve (Priscilla) Kanthack of Bothell, WA and Glazier "Gay" Kanthack of Battle Creek; two brothers, Michael Kanthack of Bothell, WA and Bryan Kanthack of San Diego, CA; and many aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces & nephews. He was sadly preceded in death by his brother, Thomas Kanthack in 1997. A true outdoorsman and auto enthusiast, Bill enjoyed hunting, fishing, cooking & of course smoking foods, and driving. He also truly loved his dogs and spending time with his family, especially his grandson, Chevy. A cook out to celebrate Bill's life will be held 1:00 p.m., Saturday, July 17th at 6881 S. 25th St., Kalamazoo, MI. 49048. In lieu of flowers, please consider making donations to the American Cancer Society or to your local Humane Society. Arrangements by Farley Estes Dowdle Funeral Home & Cremation Care, Richland Chapel.

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July 16, 2021

Joshua Weakland posted to the memorial.

July 14, 2021

Phyllis Lemieux posted to the memorial.

July 13, 2021

Teresa Crum posted to the memorial.

Joshua Weakland

July 16, 2021

My heartfelt condolences to you all during this impossible time. I love and miss you all. Sending my love and prayers.

Phyllis Lemieux

July 14, 2021

Jim and I are so sorry for your loss of Bill. Our prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Hugs and love to you

Teresa Crum

July 13, 2021

So sorry for your loss Gay

Theresa Martin

July 13, 2021

I'm so sorry for your loss and I'm praying for god to bring you comfort in this very difficult time. Always remember gods ultimately in control. You will see him again along with all our loved ones that have passed over before him. Rejoice for he is no longer suffering in pain he has received his robe and crown and is watching over you from heaven until you reunite with him and all the family. God bless praying for the family.

Deloris Kissinger

July 12, 2021

R.I.p we will miss you and we are glad we got to know you and have you on are life. Love Deloris and family

Tiffany Jacobs

July 11, 2021

You had been my friend for almost as long as I can remember. You watched my youngest daughter who is 18 now take her first steps. You always gave the best advice the best hugs never hesitated to give me a dance every time I saw you out. You had the best smile always light up a room always made me laugh. You will forever be in my heart never forgotten! I love you my friend! I’m sure going to miss you ❤

Michael Cotter

July 11, 2021

The news of losing another friend is difficult. I've know you for so many years and to think that you're gone is very difficult.
Sorry to hear you had to battle cancer.
You will be missed dearly my friend. Rest in Heaven.

Tiffany Jacobs

July 11, 2021

You had been my best friend for almost as long as I can remember. You watched my youngest child whom is now 18 take her first steps. You always gave me the best hugs! You always gave me advice! We always got in a great dance anytime we saw each other out. I will deeply miss you my friend! I will NEVER forget you! I love you my friend! ❤

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