Gery W. Pope's Obituary
Gery W. Pope, age 74, passed away on January 20, 2024, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 17, 1949, to William and Hazel (Meatheny) Pope in Portageville, Missouri. Gery served his country in the United States Army. He retired in 2002 from GTE after moving around the country working 31 years as an electrical engineer. He enjoyed golfing, playing blackjack, spending time with his family and was an avid daily walker. On May 17, 1969, he married, Susan M. Pressler and she survives him along with 3 children, Julie (Engene) LaFlame, Carrie (Richard) Britton and Scott Pope; 7 grandchildren and 2 (almost 3) great-grandchildren; sisters, Shudonna (Louie) Rollenhagen and Carol (Michael Thorne) Clifton. Gery was preceded in death by his parents and brother, John Pope. A MEMORIAL SERVICE with Military Rites will be 11:00am, Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral and Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444 with Rev. William J. Rudd officiating. VISITATION with the family will be one hour prior to the service at the funeral home. MEMORIALS can be directed to Harbor Hospice. Share memories with the family at www.sytsemafh.com.
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