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Gordon Start

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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October 15, 2024
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Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Gordon Start Gordon Start Gordon P. Start, age 87, of Kentwood, passed away on October 15, 2024, from complications of a recent stroke. He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Esther; children Karen and Jim De Vries, Dr. Robert and Dr. Susan Start, Brian Start, Marc and Paula Start; grandchildren...

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Start Family, We are so sorry to hear of Gordon's passing. May you find joy in the cherished moments you shared together, and may the love of family and friends help to comfort you during this difficult time.

I had the pleasure to work with Gordon during his tenure at the City of Kentwood. We worked in close collaboration reviewing development proposals and planning for the future. Gordon provided great service to the community, and he was dedicated to the profession. His technical work establishing the city's storm water collection system and plan for public water and sanitary sewer has been instrumental to the city's growth and prosperity. I enjoyed working with him. We are sorry to learn of...

Esther & Family, I want to share my deepest condolences with you on the passing of Gordon. He was a good man and I had a great deal of respect for him. He served the City well and must have been a great husband & father for you.