Gerald Jay "Jerry" Posthumus's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2026 in Alto, Michigan

Gerald Jay "Jerry" Posthumus

September 21, 2026

Alto, Michigan

Gerald Jay "Jerry" Posthumus's obituary , Passed away on September 21, 2026 in Alto, Michigan

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Gerald Jay "Jerry" Posthumus

September 21, 2026

Alto, Michigan

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It is with sadness that the passing of Gerald Jay Posthumus of Alto, Michigan is shared. Gerald passed away on September 21, 2026. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his wife Dolores; his parents, Charles Posthumus and Kate Posthumus; his siblings, Earl Posthumus (Lola), Charles Posthumus (Theresa), Donna Johnson (John), Gladys Krebs (Harold) and Frances Blough (Keith); and his brother-in-law Hayes Cargill.

He is survived by: his children, Joy Posthumus, Kim Johnson (Rob Jr.), Jeri Jousma (Randy) and Tony Posthumus (Janet); his grandchildren, Doug Jousma (Allison), Greg Jousma (Lindsay), Steven Jousma, Kevin Jousma (Lyndsey), Brandi Harmer (Bryan), Robert Johnson (Beth), Brittini Brummett (Eric), Macei Smith (Matthew), Cole Posthumus, Reece Posthumus and Blake Posthumus (Ashlin); his sister Peggy Cargill; and his sisters-in-law, Donna Tagg and Margene Tagg. He is also survived by nieces and nephews; and countless friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to Hope for Brody, 6700 Egan Ave. Caledonia, Michigan 49316, or the Bowne Township Fire Department, 6250 Bancroft Ave. SE Alto, MI 49302.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
O'Brien-Eggebeen-Gerst Funeral Home



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Roth-Gerst Funeral Home
305 N Hudson St SE, Lowell, MI 49331

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Sep 28

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Roth-Gerst Funeral Home
305 N Hudson St SE, Lowell, MI 49331

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