Gary Scott Juhlin aged 56 of Caledonia passed away April 22 2012 after his two year battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his parents Eric and Vivian Juhlin and sister Nancy Trerice. He is survived by his wife of 29 years Mary; children David and Dana; brother-in-law Art (Ann) Trerice; special nephew Art Trerice; parents-in-law Fred and Christine Steffens; brothers-in-law Dennis (Mary Jo) Steffens Gary Steffens Robert (Christine) Steffens and James (Toni) Steffens; sisters-in-law Nadine (Dan) Zarzecki and Michelle Yoder; many other nieces and nephews. Gary was raised in Royal Oak Michigan and received his Bachelor of Science degree from Western Michigan University. Upon graduation he was employed by Steelcase for 23 years where he met his wife and many of his lifelong friends. After leaving Steelcase he was employed by True Textiles and then eventually returned to Steelcase working for Nurture. He was an avid supporter of his kids sports and music activities becoming known for his detailed spreadsheets. He was blessed with many friends special among those are the YaYas and Yahoos who he loved dearly. Gary will be remembered for his quirky sense of humor his love of family and friends and his ability to organize great parties and gatherings. Mass of Christian Burial will be offered at St. Robert of Newminster Church 6477 Ada Drive SE Rev. Anton Tron presiding. Visitation 6-8 PM and 2-4 & 6-8 PM at the OBrien-Eggebeen-Gerst Chapel 3980 Cascade Rd. SE. In lieu of flowers please send donations to Kids Food Basket or Humane Society of West Michigan in Garys name (kidsfoodbasket.org or hswestmi.org).
