William "Bill" Fortenbacher's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2020 in Norton Shores, Michigan

William "Bill" Fortenbacher

March 4, 1934 - October 24, 2020 (86 years old)

Norton Shores, Michigan

William "Bill" Fortenbacher's obituary , Passed away on October 24, 2020 in Norton Shores, Michigan

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Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services

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William "Bill" Fortenbacher

March 4, 1934 - October 24, 2020 (86 years old)

Norton Shores, Michigan

William Fortenbacher Obituary

With heavy hearts, we announce the death of William Fortenbacher (Norton Shores, Michigan), who passed away on October 24, 2020 at the age of 86. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of William Fortenbacher to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Francis Fortenbacher and Isadora "Izzy" Fortenbacher (Barnard); and his sister Mary "Sis" Bauer Fortenbacher. He is survived by: his wife Valarie Robarge; his pet Missy; his children, Bill Fortenbacher Jr. and Carol Anderson (David); his grandchildren, Derek Anderson (Jenna) and Kerra Bush (Derek); and his siblings-in-law, Nancy Franczek and David Robarge (Susan). He is also survived by nieces and nephews; great nieces and nephews; and great-great nieces and nephews.

Memorial contributions in Bill's name may be directed to Harbor Hospice Foundation, American Cancer Society or Muscular Dystrophy Association.

Suggested donation : American Cancer Society

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services



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