Orville Egeler

Egeler, Orville 10/6/2022 Belmont Mr. Orville O. Egeler aged 89 of Belmont passed away Thursday, October 6, 2022. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Hattie Egeler; son-in-law, Brad Terpstra; brothers, Ted (Shirley), Ralph (Polly), Clifford and Perry Egeler; sister, Evelyn Potts. Surviving are his wife of 65 years, Frances; children, Linda Taylor, Patrick Egeler, Scott Egeler, Michele Terpstra, Thomas (Tracie) Egeler; twelve grandchildren; eleven great grandchildren with another one on the way; one great-great granddaughter; brother, Art (Frances) Egeler; Greg Taylor, and Beth Egeler; sisters-in-law, Judith (Clifford) and Judy (Perry) Egeler; brother-in-law, David Potts; many nieces and nephews. Orville was born to William and Hattie in Suttons Bay on their family farm, that he was proud of being raised on. He continued gardening throughout his life as an extension of his farming heritage. Orville was drafted in 1953 and proudly served during the Korean War, working as a mechanic servicing trucks in France. He returned home in 1955 and in 1957 he married the love of his life, Frances. Orville retired from Steelcase in 1993. After retiring he enjoyed working at the VanAndel Arena and the West Michigan Whitecaps, where he was Employee of the Year in 1999. He was a member of Assumption BVM for over 61 years where he served for many years. He was a member of the Ushers Club and enjoyed serving in many functions. Orville was a member of the Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree, as Membership Director and Commander of the Color Guard. They were awarded Family of the year 1992-1993. He volunteered at Food Commodities and was a member of the American Legion Post #47. He was very excited to have participated in the Mid-Michigan Honor Flight this past June. He was always very social and loved to have family and friends stopping to visit, sharing stories while sharing a beer or glass of wine. Orville and Frances always loved having family gatherings for birthdays and holidays at their home. "Love and prayers, smiles and hugs, we will all miss you". Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00AM Monday, October 10, 2022 at Assumption Blessed Virgin Mary Church, 6390 Belmont Ave NE, with Fr. Tony Pelak as celebrant. His family will greet family and friends Sunday from 2PM to 5PM with prayers of the Rosary, to be recited at 4PM at the Pederson Funeral Home, 127 N. Monroe St., and with visitation one hour prior to Mass at Church on Monday. Interment St. Mary's (Assumption) Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in his memory to Assumption School Tuition Assistance, Knights of Columbus Council #13526 or Consolata Missionary Sisters. To share a photo, memory and sign the family's online guestbook, please visit www.plaisierfuneral.com