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1978
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2026
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Joseph David Wolthuis Obituary
Sep 21, 1978 - Mar 5, 2026
Our Joseph died unexpectedly on March 5, 2026, at his home in rural Hope, MI. He was born on September 21, 1978, in Bay City, MI. He graduated from Au Gres Sims High School in 1997 and after a year at Lake State University and an Associate's Degree from Delta University, four years of summers in Alaska working as a fly-fishing guide and winters at Frank's Great Outdoors, he began a long career at Cabela's. Since 2018 he has been the Marketing Manager for Scientific Angler in Midland, Michigan, traveling all over the country supervising trade shows and building his fly-fishing network. He leaves behind his parents, David and Norah Wolthuis on Au Gres, his brother John from San Fransisco, and his dear friends, who lit up his life, Kerri Blues and her son Leif Samuel of Bay City, Michigan. He loved his various uncles, aunts, and cousins who in turn loved him back. A highlight of his career in the last year or so was a fishing trip on the Amazon with fellow fly fisherman - a special breed. God speed, Joe.
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Gordon and Janet Page
March 14, 2026
Dear David and Norah
Just found out today from Christina about Joe. Janet and I are just shocked. Joe spent alot of time at the house with the kids. They let him pick the movie one night and he picked "Tank Girl". We still laugh about that as they all picked on Joe over that.
If there is anything we can do please let us know. If you\get to Kentucky, please stop in as this is out permanent home now.
Thinking of you.
Gordon and Janet Page
Suzan Lemmons
March 11, 2026
We will all miss your smile, sense of humor, passion for the industry, and, of course, your sweet tooth. You are greatly missed.
Bryant Dunn
March 9, 2026
Thanks for your generosity Joe. We will miss you.
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Denice Migut
March 8, 2026
Dave and Norah. So sad to hear of Joe´s passing. My heart breaks for you. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this most difficult time.
Heather
March 8, 2026
Sweet Joe left an impact on us all! He lead with his heart and we were all so lucky to have him in our lives. The fishing community deeply mourns his loss and friendship.
Brandy Morgan-Kochel
March 7, 2026
I have no words to describe my deepest sorrow for all of you and all who love Joe. His loss is immense and I feel so honored to have made memories with him as a kid. He is a light that his own. His compassion and kindness and humor made him all the things right with the world. I am so incredibly sorry. Please know I am holding you all close in my heart and sending all my love.
Love,
Brandy
Jack Heystek
March 7, 2026
Dave and Nora, please accept our deeply felt thought, prayers and condolences for loss.
Jack and Linda
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