Jerry-VanTassel-Obituary

Jerry VanTassel

Kalamazoo, Michigan

10/11/1940 - 12/04/2025

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DIED
December 4, 2025
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Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Jerry Van Tassel age 85, of Kalamazoo died on Thursday, December 4, 2025. He was born Friday, October11, 1940, in Kalamazoo to Frances and Elaine Van Tassel.He was preceded in death by his parents, and older brother, Jim Van Tassel.Surviving is his wife Mary Van Tassel; children: Bill (Kimberly...

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Very sorry to learn of the loss of spouse Mary.

Our sincere sympathies to Mary and Families. Jerry was so amiable and contented in his ability to enjoy life and experiences. We understand the balance he brought to life and his community.

Jerry and Mary were part of our life for many years. Lonnie enjoyed times with Jerry at the VanTassel cabin. When our daughter was learning how to handle a rifle, she was coached by Jerry and her Dad at the cabin where she shot 'clay pigeons'. She remains a skilled marks 'woman'. Tradition was for our children's weddings that we would handle the 'gift table'. Jerry & Mary oversaw the table at our daughter's wedding. Jerry traveled to Idaho with Lonnie to help with a wedding reception & to...

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