John P. Budnik

January 13, 1955 - April 5, 2022

John P. Budnik, age 67, passed away very suddenly on Tuesday, April 5, 2022 while vacationing in The Bahama’s. John was born January 13, 1955 in Muskegon to Emery J. and Nathalie I. (Fahling) Budnik and lived all of his life in the area. On April 23, 1983, he married Wanda Sue Sheriff in Muskegon. John began working at age 16 which led to a 42-year career at Plumb’s Grocery Stores where he began as a bagger and worked his way to store manager. John and Wanda spent the winter months in Avon Park, FL. John also loved the water especially Mona Lake and Lake Michigan where he spent many days fishing and enjoying his pontoon boat. John was a hard-working family man and his grandkids were his pride and joy. He was also a devoted Detroit Lions and Tigers fan. John will be greatly missed by his loving family and many friends. Survivors include his wife, Wanda Budnik; 3 children, Nathalie (Ryan) Gardner, Kimberly (Norm Swift) Budnik, Tyler Budnik; 4 beloved grandkids, Cianah, Alexis, Aiden, Janessa; 1 brother, Ken (Sandy) Budnik; 1 sister, Bonnie (Dennis) Rader; 2 brothers-in-law, Rick (Linda) Slater, Howard (Pam) Sheriff; and 2 sisters-in-law, Brenda Naperalsky and Evie (Frank) DePiazza. He was preceded in death by his parents. Visitation will be held 6:00-8:00 PM Friday, April 15, 2022 at The Walburn Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 1547 W Sherman Blvd, Muskegon, MI 49441. A Memorial Service will be held 2:00 PM Saturday, April 16, 2022 at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S Harvey St, Norton Shores, MI 49444. Memorial Contributions may be directed to the American Cancer Society. Sign the online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com