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Paul Wolthuis Obituary

Wolthuis, Paul Kalamazoo, Michigan Paul A. Wolthuis, age 86 of Kalamazoo, went to be with the Lord, whom he loved, on Good Friday, April 15, 2022. Paul was born on March 6, 1936, in Kalamazoo, the son of Hendrick and Trina (Zomer) Wolthuis. He attended Kalamazoo Central High School. Paul was a skilled carpenter by trade and a handyman by design. He was united in marriage on November 1, 1957 to Barbara Pollard, who preceded him in death in 2017. He was often found at Flea Markets on Saturday mornings and auctions looking for great deals. The last 20 years he had enjoyed his time spent at his cabin in Baldwin where fun and fellowship was had by all who ventured there. He especially cherished time with his family and felt blessed to share in the lives of his Grand-children and Great- Grandchildren. Paul is survived by his children: Jeff (Tracie) Wolthuis, Pam Wolthuis, and Doug Wolthuis; grandchildren: Danelle (Cam) Drake, Katie (Phil) Doorlag, Jolie (Kevin) Sportel, Erik (Karen) Triestram, Justin Triestram, Caleb Triestram and Carly Triestram; 7 great-grandchildren; brothers: Dan (Libby) Wolthuis, Jerry (Doris) Wolthuis and Terry (Jean) Wolthuis; sisters-in-law: Jackie Wolthuis, Betty (Babe) Wolthuis, Sally Wolthuis, and brothers-in-law, Bill Kollar and David Pollard; and many nieces and nephews. The family will greet friends on Monday, April 25, 2022 from 10-11 AM at Texas Corners Bible Church where a funeral service will begin at 11:00 AM. The family invites you to a luncheon directly after the service. Burial will follow at Hope Cemetery in Texas Corners. In lieu of flowers, memorials in Paul's name may be directed to the Kalamazoo Gospel Mission. Please visit Paul's personalized online guestbook at https://www.langelands.com

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Published by Kalamazoo Gazette from Apr. 21 to Apr. 24, 2022.

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Karl H Guenther

April 24, 2022

Paul showed me, and coached me as I built my own carport on Westnedge Hill! (Actually, he did most of the building!

Barb Lounsbery

April 24, 2022

My deepest sympathy to the family and friends

The Brininger Family

April 23, 2022

Our deepest sympathy to the family. May all your fond
memories help you thru this time of grief.

Shirley Emaar

April 22, 2022

Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.

Terry Derhammer

April 22, 2022

He was a wonderful man and a pleasure to be around,my condolences to the family

Sandy Toxopeus Glasser

April 21, 2022

Paul was such a good friend to my Dad Fred Toxopeus. My Dad had such respect for him and the two had many adventures. They both loved Jesus with all their heart and soul. I know my Dad will greet him in Heaven and welcome him. Most likely my Dad will say I have been waiting for you my friend!

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