Roy Danny Zerbe's Obituary
Lansing- Roy Danny Zerbe, 60, of Lansing, formerly of Big Rapids, passed away Sunday, September 14, 2014, at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born July 31, 1954 in Wyandotte, the son of William L. and June D. (Gering) Zerbe, and moved with his family to Big Rapids in 1963. Roy attended St. Peter's Lutheran School, and graduated from Big Rapids High School in 1973. For several years, he worked at Textron Industries in Evart. In 1979, Roy enlisted in the U.S. Army, and served until his honorable discharge in 1985. He has lived in Lansing for the last 8 years, and was a member of the American Legion Post #57 in Owosso. Roy enjoyed bowling, classic cars, and playing games with his family. On June 23, 2012, he married Linda Black who preceded him in death on December 13, 2013. Surviving are 1 son, Shawn (Laura) Burhans of Grand Rapids; 1 daughter, Suzie Robinson of Aiken, SC; 8 grandchildren; his mother June Zerbe of Hartford City, IN; 3 brothers, Dennis of Elkhart, IN, John (Cynthie) of Pierson, William of Gas City, IN; 2 sisters, Cathy Parker of Big Rapids, Pam (Tony) Bennett of Uniondale, IN; and several nieces and nephews. Roy was also preceded in death by his parents and a brother Robert. Funeral services for Roy will be 2:00 p.m., Wednesday, September 17, 2014, at the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids, with his nephew, Pastor John Zerbe officiating. Burial with military honors will follow in the Hungerford Cemetery in Norwich Township. Memorial contributions for St. Peter's Lutheran Church & School may be left in care of the funeral home, where Roy's family will greet friends on Wednesday beginning at 1:00 p.m. Share a memory or express condolences at www.mohnkefuneralhome.com
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