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Gary Ballast Obituary
Gary Ballast, 82, of Spring Lake, died Thursday, October 23, 2025, at home. Arrangements by Klaassen Family Funeral Home.
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Sharon Rae Fox Casteel
November 4, 2025
He was so kind to me and a bright spot in my life. My heart goes out to the rest of the family.
Valerie Johnston
October 27, 2025
Gary was not only my renter on the channel, but a friend as well and he still owed me a boat ride. My sincere sympathy to his family. He will surely be missed! Val Johnston
Rita
October 26, 2025
Gary was a big hearted mischievous fellow all his life. He loved his family, boating, his friend group, Lake Michigan and Grand Haven. I will miss his laughter and the glimmer in his eyes when he thought of something outrageous to say.
Tony
October 26, 2025
My condolescences to Gary's family. He will be greatly missed. Particularly, our daily breakfasts at Russ'.
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