Eric L. Rettig's Obituary
Mr. Eric L. Rettig, age 55, passed away unexpectedly Thursday, December 27, 2017 in Muskegon. He was born on March 30, 1962 in Detroit, MI to Bruno and Joan (Weston) Rettig and moved to the Muskegon area in 1989. Eric worked as a Supervisor for MOKA for 21 years. He loved music, and belonged to the Muskegon Chamber Choir. Eric was also past choir director at First Congregational Church, Samuel Lutheran Church, and Spring Lake Presbyterian Church. On February 26, 1994 he married the former Rebecca “Becky” Carlson, and she survives him along with his parents; brother, Kirk Rettig; sisters, Valerie (Paul) Cherry, and Carrie (Steve) Sawyer. Eric was preceded in death by his grandparents. A MEMORIAL SERVICE for Eric will be 1PM Friday, January 5, 2018 at First Congregational Church UCC (1201 Jefferson St.) with Rev. Tim VanderHaar officiating. VISITATION with the family will be 1 hour prior to the service, from 12-1PM. Memorial Contributions in Eric’s name to American Cancer Society and First Congregational Church Choir Fund would be appreciated. Share memories with the family online at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Sytsema Chapel, 737 Apple Ave. (231) 726-5210.
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