Jerry
Jerry Tiller
Gerald L. ‘Jerry’ Tiller of Plainwell, Michigan, went to be with his Lord Monday, January 6, 2014 at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo. Mr. Tiller was born June 3, 1939 in Kalamazoo to Robert ‘Lee’ and Mildred (Duniphen) Tiller.
He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and attended Western Michigan University. Jerry worked for the Kalamazoo Police Department for several years after his time in the Navy. For 35 years he was employed with Farm Bureau Insurance Co. as a claims adjuster, retiring in 2001. Jerry was a member of Resurrection Life Church of Grandville. In his leisure time he enjoyed camping and traveling after retirement. Jerry loved his family very much.
On August 21, 1993 in South Haven he married Joyce (Reynolds) McBain, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Jennifer (Tim) Haberling and Andrea Tiller, both of Grand Rapids; three step-sons, Michael (Nancy) McBain of Otsego, Wayne (Angela) McBain of Richland, James (Jody) McBain of Plainwell; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Larry (Marsha) Tiller and Don (Carol) Tiller, both of Kalamazoo; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Margo, in 1991; and a brother,
Ken Tiller
in 2009.
Friends may visit with Jerry’s family from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 10, 2014, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, where a funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta.
Contributions in memory of Jerry may be made to the
Kalamazoo Gospel Mission
.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
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Doug and Jules Brubaker
January 7, 2014 at 9:32 pm
While we didn’t know Jerry personally, we have the honor of being his daughter Jen’s and her husband Tim’s friends. May God’s peace be with you and your family during this diffucult time. Our deepest condolences.
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Spring Short Venema
January 8, 2014 at 10:06 am
Jerry was my Neighbor for many years, while growing up. I have lots of great memories of taking care of his girls and swimming in the in their pool. Jerry and Margo were great friends with my parents…So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family…Spring
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Dave and Robin Reynolds
January 8, 2014 at 3:18 pm
Jerry was a great guy, he came into our family and fit perfectly! he had a great since of humor and he will be greatly missed by our family. May he rest in peace. Our prayers are with his family.
Dave, Robin and Family
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Wendy and Mike Bisbee
January 8, 2014 at 6:10 pm
Dear Haberling Family, Andrea & Joyce,
I’m so sorry for your loss, as you know we know all to well the joy, the struggle and pain that goes into caring for your loved ones. It’s hard and trying at times and then others are very memorable and significant. We learn a lot about ourselves and our loved ones at this time too. It so nice to know that we will see them all again when God chooses, and how amazing it will be on that day. That is what you need to hold onto. But, until then hold onto all the memories for they will fill your thoughts right at the time you need them to give you comfort. May you know that you are all being held close in prayer. May God grant you all the comfort, peace and understanding that each of you individually need. Lean not only on each other but also on friends in Christ. Love you guys very much, and the awesome example of faith you always provide.
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Kelli Barger and Russ Hess
January 8, 2014 at 10:57 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with Andrea and the entire family during this sad time. Andrea and I have been friends for about 15 years and her outdoor adventure side must have come from her dad. She spoke highly of him and loved him dearly. Remember his spirit and cherish the great memories. Gods Blessing and healing be with you all…
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Stacy VanAntwerp-Rijssenbeek
January 9, 2014 at 9:20 am
Andrea, Jeni, Joyce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can take some comfort knowing that Jerry will be greatly missed by his family and friends. I’ll always have a special place in my heart for my “neighborhood dad” — he was always watchful over us as we ran rampant across the yards on KL Avenue, swam in the pool, practiced or performed for marching band, or monkeyed around on the swingset. He was a lucky, lucky man to have had been so loved and cared for by two wonderful families during his time here on earth. Much love and peace to you all.
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Maureen Norton
January 9, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Jen, Tim, Ali, Devin, Andrea, and Joyce, I will always remember Uncle Jerry’s laugh and big grin. I always knew he was glad to see us. I will miss that. Sending you all continued hugs and prayers- Maureen
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Dick West
January 9, 2014 at 2:29 pm
I was greatly saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing. I have many fond memories of the Tillers and our families enjoying life – around their pool and at our cottage in summer and winter.
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Roberta King
January 9, 2014 at 4:46 pm
Dear Jennifer and Andrea,
I offer my thoughts to you both upon the death of your dad. I was your mother’s (Margo) roommate at WMU all those years ago. Please know that many offer their thoughts and prayers to you both.
With love,
Roberta King.
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Pat Kennedy
January 10, 2014 at 10:07 am
Andrea, I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. Your Dad was one of the best I ever worked with at the Farm. He taught me the insurance business.
Pat Kennedy
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Marci Walters
January 25, 2014 at 10:37 am
Andrea,
I am very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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He proudly served his country in the U.S. Navy and attended Western Michigan University. Jerry worked for the Kalamazoo Police Department for several years after his time in the Navy. For 35 years he was employed with Farm Bureau Insurance Co. as a claims adjuster, retiring in 2001. Jerry was a member of Resurrection Life Church of Grandville. In his leisure time he enjoyed camping and traveling after retirement. Jerry loved his family very much.
On August 21, 1993 in South Haven he married Joyce (Reynolds) McBain, who survives. Also surviving are two daughters, Jennifer (Tim) Haberling and Andrea Tiller, both of Grand Rapids; three step-sons, Michael (Nancy) McBain of Otsego, Wayne (Angela) McBain of Richland, James (Jody) McBain of Plainwell; eight grandchildren; two brothers, Larry (Marsha) Tiller and Don (Carol) Tiller, both of Kalamazoo; several nieces and nephews.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Margo, in 1991; and a brother,
Ken Tiller
in 2009.
Friends may visit with Jerry’s family from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. Friday, January 10, 2014, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego, where a funeral service will be held at 10:30 A.M. Burial with Military Honors will follow at Fort Custer National Cemetery, Augusta.
Contributions in memory of Jerry may be made to the
Kalamazoo Gospel Mission
.
Messages of condolence may be posted at
www.WinkelFuneralHome.com
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Doug and Jules Brubaker
January 7, 2014 at 9:32 pm
While we didn’t know Jerry personally, we have the honor of being his daughter Jen’s and her husband Tim’s friends. May God’s peace be with you and your family during this diffucult time. Our deepest condolences.
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Spring Short Venema
January 8, 2014 at 10:06 am
Jerry was my Neighbor for many years, while growing up. I have lots of great memories of taking care of his girls and swimming in the in their pool. Jerry and Margo were great friends with my parents…So sorry for your loss. I will be praying for your family…Spring
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Dave and Robin Reynolds
January 8, 2014 at 3:18 pm
Jerry was a great guy, he came into our family and fit perfectly! he had a great since of humor and he will be greatly missed by our family. May he rest in peace. Our prayers are with his family.
Dave, Robin and Family
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Wendy and Mike Bisbee
January 8, 2014 at 6:10 pm
Dear Haberling Family, Andrea & Joyce,
I’m so sorry for your loss, as you know we know all to well the joy, the struggle and pain that goes into caring for your loved ones. It’s hard and trying at times and then others are very memorable and significant. We learn a lot about ourselves and our loved ones at this time too. It so nice to know that we will see them all again when God chooses, and how amazing it will be on that day. That is what you need to hold onto. But, until then hold onto all the memories for they will fill your thoughts right at the time you need them to give you comfort. May you know that you are all being held close in prayer. May God grant you all the comfort, peace and understanding that each of you individually need. Lean not only on each other but also on friends in Christ. Love you guys very much, and the awesome example of faith you always provide.
Reply
Kelli Barger and Russ Hess
January 8, 2014 at 10:57 pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with Andrea and the entire family during this sad time. Andrea and I have been friends for about 15 years and her outdoor adventure side must have come from her dad. She spoke highly of him and loved him dearly. Remember his spirit and cherish the great memories. Gods Blessing and healing be with you all…
Reply
Stacy VanAntwerp-Rijssenbeek
January 9, 2014 at 9:20 am
Andrea, Jeni, Joyce and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope you can take some comfort knowing that Jerry will be greatly missed by his family and friends. I’ll always have a special place in my heart for my “neighborhood dad” — he was always watchful over us as we ran rampant across the yards on KL Avenue, swam in the pool, practiced or performed for marching band, or monkeyed around on the swingset. He was a lucky, lucky man to have had been so loved and cared for by two wonderful families during his time here on earth. Much love and peace to you all.
Reply
Maureen Norton
January 9, 2014 at 12:56 pm
Jen, Tim, Ali, Devin, Andrea, and Joyce, I will always remember Uncle Jerry’s laugh and big grin. I always knew he was glad to see us. I will miss that. Sending you all continued hugs and prayers- Maureen
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Dick West
January 9, 2014 at 2:29 pm
I was greatly saddened to hear of Jerry’s passing. I have many fond memories of the Tillers and our families enjoying life – around their pool and at our cottage in summer and winter.
Reply
Roberta King
January 9, 2014 at 4:46 pm
Dear Jennifer and Andrea,
I offer my thoughts to you both upon the death of your dad. I was your mother’s (Margo) roommate at WMU all those years ago. Please know that many offer their thoughts and prayers to you both.
With love,
Roberta King.
Reply
Pat Kennedy
January 10, 2014 at 10:07 am
Andrea, I offer my sincere condolences to you and your family. Your Dad was one of the best I ever worked with at the Farm. He taught me the insurance business.
Pat Kennedy
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Marci Walters
January 25, 2014 at 10:37 am
Andrea,
I am very sorry to hear of your fathers passing. My thoughts and prayers to you and your family.
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