James J. Kalinowski's Obituary
Mr. James Joseph Kalinowski, age 60, passed away Tuesday, February 11, 2020. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on February 4, 1960 to Theodore and Doris (Schalk) Kalinowski. James graduated from Ferris State University and was employed by Michigan Lasercut for 26 years prior to his retirement. He enjoyed hiking, biking, exercising, and the outdoors. James was an avid basketball and football fan and enjoyed traveling throughout the Unites States with his friends to attend games. He attended Calvin Christian Reformed Church. James is survived by three siblings, Michael Kalinowski, Marianne (Steven) Youngo, and William Kalinowski; nieces and nephews, Katie Kalinowski, Alan (Jennifer) Snow, Wesley (Makayla) Youngo, Sarah Youngo, Nicholas (Lauren) Kalinowski, and Matthew Kalinowski. According to his wishes, cremation has taken place and no services will be held. James will be laid to rest alongside his parents in Oakwood Cemetery. MEMORIALS in memory of James may be directed to the Harbor Hospice Foundation – Poppen Residence (https://harborhospicemi.org/ways-to-give/donate/). You may sign his online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com. Arrangements by The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444.
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