Carol Gess's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Carol Gess

September 23, 1946 - July 14, 2026 (79 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Carol Gess's obituary , Passed away on July 14, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service

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Carol Gess

September 23, 1946 - July 14, 2026 (79 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Carol Gess Obituary

Carol Gess, born on September 23, 1946, passed away on July 14, 2026. Carol leaves behind family members and others who acknowledge this loss. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Frank Fisher and Dorothy Fisher. She is survived by: her husband Gene Gess; her children, Dan Gess (Devon) and Betsy Jones (Matt); her grandchildren, Braeden Jones, Jillian Jones, Cameron Myers, Jackson Jones, Caden Gess and Lillian Gess; and her brother Frank Fisher (Jo). She is also survived by several nieces, cousins, and many dear friends.

In lieu of flowers, the family respectfully requests that memorial donations be made in Carol's honor to the Caledonia Education Foundation (http://www.caledoniacef.org) (P.O. Box 353 Caledonia, MI 49316) supporting the next generation of students and educators—a fitting tribute to her lifelong passion for teaching and music.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service



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July 31

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Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service
4291 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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Aug 01

Memorial service

Park Congregational Church
10 E Park Pl NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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