Timothy C. Stafford's Obituary
Timothy C. Stafford, age 46, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 22, 2021 in Grand Rapids. Tim was born on February 23, 1975 in Shelby, MI to Charles and Martha (Brown) Stafford and resided in the Muskegon area most of his life. Tim was a Veteran of the U.S. Army Calvary, and worked the past 13 years for Northside Heating and Cooling. He loved being outside and in nature, whether that was with friends and family fishing or kayaking down the Pine River. On August 17, 2002, he married the former Debra Slorf. Tim will be forever missed by his family, which includes his wife, Debra; sons, Christian Kramer and Mason Stafford; parents, Charles and Martha Stafford; sisters, Nina (Michael) Denio and Susan (Shawn) Grawbarger; brother, Steven Stafford; father-in-law, Larry (Joan) Slorf; sisters-in-law, Kimberly (Larry) Veihl and Lisa (Steve) Woodland; brother-in-law, Ken (Marlene) Slorf; many nieces and nephews, along with many friends. Tim was preceded in death by his sister, Carrie Stafford; and mother-in-law, Jean Slorf. A Memorial Visitation to celebrate Tim’s life will be 5-8 PM Thursday, July 29, 2021 at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 6291 S. Harvey St. Norton Shores, MI 49444 (231) 798-1100. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions to Tim’s wife and boys will be appreciated. Share memories with the online at www.sytsemafh.com.
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