Michael Bourdo Obituary
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Michael G. Bourdo, age 60 of Delton passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2023. Michael was born November 24, 1962 in Plainwell, the son of Gordon and Frances (Anderson) Bourdo. Michael worked as a logger for most of his life. In his free time he enjoyed hunting, fishing, and spending time with family and friends. Michael played softball and was a trap shooter in his younger years. He was a big Kid Rock fan and went to many of his concerts throughout the years. Michael will be remembered for his genuine love of people. He will be dearly missed by his sons: Jeremy (Ashley) Bourdo, Trayton Bourdo; mother, Frances Bourdo; grandchildren: JT, Jenna, Maverick Bourdo; sisters: Sally (Bourdo) Zelenock, Kelly (Barry) Smith; several aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. Michael was preceded in death by his father, Gordon Bourdo; sisters: Jody Bourdo, and Tammy Bourdo. Michael's family will receive friends on Tuesday, May 23, 2023 from 4:00-7:00 PM at the Williams-Gores Funeral Home. His funeral service will be conducted on Wednesday, May 24, 2023 1:00 PM at Thornapple Valley Church in Hastings. Private burial will take place at Oak Hill Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation or the American Heart Association. Please visit www.williamsgoresfuneral.com to share a memory or to leave a condolence message for Michael's family.
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Suze Hutchings
May 22, 2023
I always loved Mike. Felt like he could have been one of my kids. My heart is breaking for his family. I know how much you meant to him!
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Tammy Little
May 21, 2023
Deepest condolences to Fran, the girls and extended family. My earliest memory of Mike, was watching him drive to Wayland to visit cousins, in his fancy cool car wearing a baseball uniform.
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