Russell John Greenbauer's Obituary
Russell John Greenbauer, age 87, of Spring Lake passed away Friday, October 22, 2021, at home. He was born September 5, 1934, in Grand Rapids, MI to Russell and Alice (Shirley) Greenbauer, and he married Mary Jane Polaskey on October 20, 1955, in Grand Rapids, MI.
Russ served his country in the Army. He worked for Nordson Corporation, in manufacturing sales. Russ was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church where he served as an usher and helped in the food pantry. He was also a member of the Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post #28 Grand Haven and the “Idle Hour” breakfast club. Russ also enjoyed golfing.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife, Mary Jane Greenbauer; two daughters, Diane Sherman and Susie Greenbauer; two sons Michael Greenbauer and Steve (Katy) Greenbauer; ten grandchildren: Aaron Greenbauer, Michael Greenbauer, Jr., Caleb Greenbauer, Benjamin Thompson, Rachel Szot, Hannah Greenbauer, Chloe Greenbauer, Jamie Greenbauer, Joshua (Krystin) Sherman and Nathan Sherman; and two great-grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Gabby Greenbauer and his brother, Michael Greenbauer.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. Thursday, October 28, 2021, at St. Mary’s Catholic Church. Friends may meet the family from 5 – 7 p.m. on Wednesday, October 27, at The Spring Lake Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 213 E. Savidge St., Spring Lake, MI 49456. Memorials to Misericordia Home or Harbor Hospice are appreciated. Interment will be in Spring Lake Cemetery. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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