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Eric Granke Obituary
Eric Alan Granke, 41, of Bridgman passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, Aug. 7, 2021.
A memorial service will be at 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 14, at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, 9191 Red Arrow Highway, Bridgman with the Rev. Chris Peddie officiating. Friends may meet with the family on Friday from 5-7 p.m. at the funeral home.
Memorial contributions may be made to Berrien County Suicide Prevention Coalition, P.O. Box 547, Benton Harbor, MI 49023 or Marie Yeager Humane Society of Southwest Michigan, 5400 Niles Road, St. Joseph, MI 49085.
Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.
Eric was born April 5, 1980, in Niles, the son of Rick and Gail (Smith) Granke. Eric graduated from Bridgman High School in 1999.
On Sept. 19, 2004, he married Laura Jones and they shared 16 years together.
Since February 2003, Eric and Laura owned and operated Eric's Bridgman Café in Bridgman. Eric was a huge Boston Celtics fan and enjoyed annual family vacations to Disney World. He listened to Pearl Jam, Linkin Park and various podcasts. He enjoyed landscaping, seeing the ocean and watching WWE wrestling.
Survivors include his wife, Laura; mother, Gail (Dieter) Timm; father, Rick Granke; children: Corey Granke, Emily Granke and Courtney J. Baham; sister, Shannon (Scott) Zeilke; and two nephews: Bob and Jason Zeilke.
Eric's Bridgman Café wasn't just a place for breakfast or lunch. The café was a gathering place for the community. Eric loved his community and the community loved him.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Ray and Nancy Nail
August 13, 2021
Gone too soon but never forgotten !!
A true family man ! Prayers to Laura and the family !! May God send his Angel's to you and your family to help you through your deep sorrows !!! Peace to you all !!
Becky Beach
August 10, 2021
I didn't personally know Eric; but heard many good things about him & Eric's Cafe. I am so sorry for the loss of someone so vital to the Bridgman community. Please know you are not alone in your sorrow.
Regina & Clint Payne
August 9, 2021
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together.
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Aug
13
Visitation
5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106
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14
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11:00 a.m.
Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman, MI 49106
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