Kenneth Gusler Obituary
Ken Gusler, age 82, of Holland, Michigan, passed away suddenly on March 30, 2024 surrounded by his family. He was born on November 15, 1941 to Vernard and Betty Gusler in Van Wert, Ohio. Ken served in the Army for 4 years.
Ken dedicated 37 years of his life to Herman Miller before enjoying retirement for the past 18 years.
Ken is survived by his loving wife, Kathy Gusler (Lugers) of 57 years, his daughters Kim (Jeremy) Zoet and Kristi (Mark) Thomas, as well as his 6 grandchildren (Riley and Mason Harkema, Olivia Zoet, Logan, Sawyer and Graysen Thomas) and 1 great-grandchild (Reign Thomas). He is also survived by his siblings Connie (Bob) Staal, Pegg Gusler, in-laws Beverly Costigan, Allen Lugers, and Mary (Wally) Martinez, many nieces, nephews and cousins. Ken was preceded in death by his parents Vernard (Bob) and Betty Gusler, his sister Sandy Gusler, and his grandson Noah Thomas.
Ken had a passion for reading, hunting, working around the house, and sports, especially NASCAR. He enjoyed sharing his love for sports with his grandkids.
A visitation will be held at Central Park Church (614 Myrtle Ave. Holland, MI) on Wednesday, April 3, from 10:00 to 11:45, followed by a service at Noon. The family invites you to join them for a light lunch after the service to talk and remember Ken.
In lieu of flowers, please consider sending donations to Central Park Church in memory of Ken Gusler.
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debra barrow
April 8, 2024
remember Ken well from my time working at HMI in the Chair Plant. my prayers are with his family during this time.
Jason Wolters
April 5, 2024
I always enjoyed spending time with Ken at our days at HMI. I think we even had a few beers together. He was a good guy & friend. My thoughts and prayers are to his family.
Patrick and Lynn Henagin
April 1, 2024
Ken, Guzzy, has been a long time friend of ours. He was a frequent visitor to my husband's pole barn. Always lending a helping hand. He also went of several adventures with my husband, from helping construct the interior of our cabin, helping paint in our cottage, to be the navigator. He was always willing to help out. He will definitely be very missed.
Our Deepest sympathy,
Patrick and Lynn Henagin
Kim Sullivan
April 1, 2024
We were blessed to know Ken as a HMI coworker and as a "bonus grandpa" to Melissa and Emily. We always appreciated Ken's down to earth personality and Tom remembers him talking about the time he rode the Ferris wheel in England. The world has lost a great guy and we treasure knowing we will see Ken again one day in heaven. Our love and deepest sympathy to Kathy and Kim & Kristi and their families. We are so very sorry for your loss.
Tom & Kim Sullivan
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