Phillip Dean Herzhaft's Obituary
Mr. Phillip Dean Herzhaft, age 72, passed away on Wednesday, June 26, 2024 in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was born in Muskegon, Michigan on September 1, 1951 to Martin and Viola (Hough) Herzhaft Sr. Phillip was employed by Eagle Ottawa Leather prior to his retirement. He also served as a volunteer fireman for Norton Fire Department for many years. Early on in his career, Phillip worked as a nurse’s aid caring for the elderly, and that passion continued throughout his life. He enjoyed playing cards, being in nature, puttering around his yard, and watching the birds. On March 17, 1979, Phillip married the former Kathy R. Garlock in Muskegon and she survives him along with their son, Martin (Kerry) Herzhaft; grandson, Eastyn Herzhaft; mother-in-law, Audrey Garlock; five brothers, Larry (Rhonda) Herzhaft, Gary (Sharron) Herzhaft, John (Shelly) Herzhaft, Ron (Marlene) Herzhaft, Bobby Joe (Donna Mae) Herzhaft; sister, Donna (Bob) Scarbrough; brother-in-law, Mark (Penny) Garlock; and many special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; father-in-law, Ed Garlock; three brothers, Ken Herzhaft, Martin Herzhaft Jr., and Richard Herzhaft; and four sisters, Joyann Sittser, Margaret Gerhardstin, Phyllis Garza, and Barbara Morey. A GRAVESIDE SERVICE for Phillip will be held 2:00PM Friday, June 28, 2024 at Laketon Township Cemetery. 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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