Gerard Patrick Altena Obituary
We bid farewell to Gerard Patrick Altena of Sparta, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on June 18, 2024 at the age of 83. Gerard touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gerard Patrick Altena to pay them a last tribute.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Suzanne Altena and Julius Altena; and his father-in-law Lesie Dietz. He is survived by: his wife Judy; his children, Bill (Beth Altena), Mike (Michelle Altena), Melissa (Charles Shipaila), Alicia (Jeff Kolhoff), Chris Altena, Angie Lewis and Sonya Lovell; his grandchildren, Will, Candi (Taylor), Derek, Ethan, Steve, Nate, Ashley, Hailey and Samantha; his great grandchildren, Sawyer and Dawson; his siblings, Ron Altena, Marv and Nancy Altena; his mother-in-law Emy Dietz; and his siblings-in-law, Dart, Mary Dietz, Tim, Marie Dietz and Mike Dietz. He is also survived by several loving nieces, nephews, cousins; and many beloved lifelong friends.
In lieu of flowers the family requests that memorial contributions be given to John Ball Zoo (https://jbzoo.org) or to Blandford Nature Center.
