John Raymond O'Polka Obituary

We bid farewell to John Raymond O'Polka in Traverse City, Michigan, whose journey of life gracefully concluded on February 1, 2026 at the age of 77. John touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of John Raymond O'Polka to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John L. O'Polka and Beatrice E. O'Polka (Baker); his wife Jacqueline O'Polka; his siblings, Patricia Smigiel (Roger), Joanne Morrell (Joe), Joseph O'Polka (Sally) and Edward O'Polka; and his nephews, Timothy Smith Jr., Ryan Smigiel and Patrick Washabaugh.

He is survived by: his grandchild Motown; his pet Fifi; his daughters, Andrea Carolus (Andrew), Johnna Spencer (Stephen) and Sara Duckmann (Alan); his grandchildren, Alison Carolus, John Spencer and Lucy Spencer; his girlfriend Connie Duncan; his sisters, Karen Fuller (Rick) and Kathy Smith (Timothy); and his sister-in-law Geraldine Washabaugh.

In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy are invited to consider memorial contributions to Redeemer Church (http://www.redeemertc.org.), Cherryland Humane Society (http://www.cherrylandhumane.org.), or a charity of your choice, in the spirit of loving John as your friend and neighbor, as Jesus first loved us.