Jerome Novotny
December 28, 1939 - March 23, 2022
Jerome Novotny, age 82, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022. He was born December 28, 1939 in Copemish, MI to Miles and Violet (Brink) Novotny. Jerome was a 1957 graduate of Muskegon High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in Fort Knox Kentucky. On July 16, 1960, he married Dolores Sherriff in Muskegon and she preceded him in death on August 18, 2014. Jerome owned and operated J. Novotny Electronics for 30 years prior to his retirement. He was an active member of Lake Harbor United Methodist Church, loved to travel to attend car shows with his wife, was an avid classic car collector and amateur radio enthusiast. SURVIVORS include two children: Denise (Christopher) Robbins of Roosevelt Park and Randy (Kristi) Novotny of Norton Shores; five grandchildren: Kaleigh Heger, Alex (Brenna), Miles, Sam, and Ben Novotny; sister, Nancy (Walt) Bowen of Muskegon; and several nieces and nephews. He was also preceded in death by his parents. A private family service will be held by the family. MEMORIALS to Lake Harbor United Methodist Church (4861 Henry St., Norton Shores, MI 49441) or the Parkinson’s Foundation [www.parkinson.org] will be appreciated. Share memories with the family at their online Guest Book at www.sytsemafh.com Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100
Jerome Novotny, age 82, passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2022. He was born December 28, 1939 in Copemish, MI to Miles and Violet (Brink) Novotny. Jerome was a 1957 graduate of Muskegon High School. He enlisted in the U.S. Army, serving in Fort... View Obituary & Service Information