John Tetzlaff's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2024 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

John Tetzlaff

October 17, 1938 - May 1, 2024 (85 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

John Tetzlaff's obituary , Passed away on May 1, 2024 in Kalamazoo, Michigan

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Mater-Ralston Funeral Home

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John Tetzlaff

October 17, 1938 - May 1, 2024 (85 years old)

Kalamazoo, Michigan

John Tetzlaff Obituary

We are sad to announce that on May 1, 2024 we had to say goodbye to John Tetzlaff in Kalamazoo, Michigan. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Tetzlaff to show support.

As John departs from our midst, his spirit ascends to join the cosmic dance of stars, a shimmering constellation of memories that will forever grace the night sky of the hearts of those who loved John. Though John may no longer walk beside us, his legacy lives on — a testament to the enduring power of love to transcend the boundaries of time and space.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Robert Tetzlaff and H. Jean VanderMate Tetzlaff; his sister Nancy Drobny; and his brother-in-law Frank Drobny. He is survived by: his wife Charlotte; his daughter Amy; and his sister Barbara Tetzlaff. He is also survived by several nieces, nephews, cousins, and countless friends.

Memorial donations made in John's name may be directed to St. Margaret Church in Otsego, MI, St.Vincent de Paul in Otsego, MI, or the Kalamazoo Humane Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Mater-Ralston Funeral Home



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May 8, 2024

Barbara Jane Cornette wrote a sympathy message

“Char, Amy and the family, I am saddened to learn of the passing of John. I did not know him but know Char and I know they are a wonderful family. Keeping the family in my thoughts and prayers. Jane Cornette-Smeed”


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