Donald Guritz, 75, of Hopkins, MI passed away Monday, July 12, 2021 at home. Born December 2, 1945 in Chicago, IL, he was the son of the late Harvey Guritz and Betty Stegeman. Don graduated from Allegan High School in 1964. He proudly served his country from 1964 to 1966, spending one year in Vietnam. Don was married in 1969 and he moved to Hopkins with his wife, Lupita, where they raised their three children, Doug, Brian and Angela. Having lost his beloved Lupita, Don later married Joan McNees. He retired from GM after thirty-two years and then spent much of his time restoring Thunderbird cars and old Allis-Chalmers tractors. Don also loved spending time outdoors.
He is survived by his son, Doug Guritz; daughter in law, Jodi Guritz; son in law, Scott Selby, six grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren. Don is also survived by three sisters, Dorothy (Jim) Wilson, Darlene (Jerry) Gant and Diane Linder; and one brother, Chuck (Karisa) Stegeman. In addition to his parents, Don was preceded in death by his wife, Lupita; wife, Joan; children, Brian Guritz and Angela Guritz; his grandson, Dustin Guritz and brother in law, David Linder.
A graveside service will take place on Friday, July 16, 2021 at 1:00 PM at Hicks Cemetery, Watson Township, where Don will be laid to rest beside Lupita. Gorden Funeral Residence, Hopkins Chapel, is assisting the family with arrangements. Service Details. Graveside Funeral Service
When:
Friday, July 16th, 2021 1:00pm
Location:
Hicks Cemetery
Address:
SE corner of 117th Avenue and 14th Street Watston Township, Michigan 49010
Interment Friday, July 16th, 2021 | 1:00pm
When:
Friday, July 16th, 2021 1:00pm
Location:
Hicks Cemetery
Address:
SE corner of 117th Avenue and 14th Street Allegan, Michigan 49010