B.-Duthler-Obituary

B. Thomas Duthler

Grand Rapids, Michigan

04/25/1937 - 08/16/2025

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DIED
August 16, 2025
LOCATION
Grand Rapids, Michigan

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B. Thomas Duthler, Age 88, entered the kingdom of heaven peacefully on August 16, 2025. Tom was born on April 25, 1937, in Grand Rapids, MI. He will be dearly missed by his wife of 67 years, Mary, and his five children and 13 grandchildren: Tom and Alisa Duthler, Ben (Megan), Alex (Heather), Sam...

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Sorry for your loss. I remember him very well from my childhood. He was a very kind and friendly man!

My name is Mark Bouwman. I was in the class of 1963 at West Side Christian School. I have memories I would like to share: In 8th grade Bible Mr D gave us all the challenge assignment to memorize Romans 8. Whenever we felt like we were ready, we could approach his desk during study hall and begin our recitation. It would put pressure on everyone else when one of us would go. #2 After graduation my summer job with the Kent County Road Commission bombed. Mr D "happened to meet me" at...

Mary, you and your family are in our prayers. We are sorry for your loss. Glad we got to visit a couple of weeks go. Tom was my golfing partner - also Tom Fox! Many wonderful golf games and vacations taken together!! Many wonderful memories!! Blessings Jerry Kooistra

Tom was my favorite teacher at West Side Christian School and inspired me to think about becoming a teacher myself. We stayed in touch through the decades that followed. He even attended our WSC class reunions. What a legacy he leaves! My sympathy and best wishes to his family.

My sympathy to you dear Mary. He will be sorely missed by you and the rest of the family. Being a childhood friend of his sister Jacki, I watched him grow up along with the rest of his siblings.

Always enjoyed playing golf with Tom and my father, some great memories and always loved his wonderful warm smile. He'll be missed for sure. Douglas