Terry Dale Lintemuth's Obituary
Rodney-Terry Dale Lintemuth, 66, of Rodney, passed away peacefully on Friday, January 17, 2014, after a long illness with his loving family and Pastor Mike by his side. Terry was born in Reed City on March 14, 1947, the son of Gerald and Reathel (Prim) Lintemuth. He worked most of his life as a roofer along with his brother, Butch. Terry enjoyed old cars, racing, demolition derbies, and won many trophies. He loved to fish and most especially loved playing practical jokes. Family and friends believed him until he started to laugh, having gotten the best of them again! Terry is survived by his loving companion of 20 years, Rose Marie Olson; his daughter Tara (Henry) Toppel of Big Rapids; son Terry Dale Lintemuth, Jr. of Grand Rapids; stepchildren Tammy (Maurice) Kailing, Dan (Angie) Stevens, Tina (Franklin) Wilks, and Brenda Zylstra; fourteen grandchildren; four great grandchildren; sisters, Cindy Lintemuth, Sandy (James) Bowen, and Jana (Richard) Smith; sister-in-law Velma Lintemuth; several nieces, nephews, great nieces and nephews, aunts, and many cousins. Terry was preceded in death by his parents; brothers Gerald "Butch" and Kalvin Lintemuth; and sisters Sally and Rosalyn "Pokey" Lintemuth. The family would like to say a special thank you to Rose, who cared for Terry during his long illness and for the love and patience she provided him. In addition, thank you to Heartland Hospice as well as Misty, Patty, Sheila, and Pastor Mike. Cremation has taken place. A memorial service followed by a luncheon will take place on Saturday, January 25, 2014 at 1:00 pm at the Stanwood Eagles Club in Stanwood. In Lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Terry's name may be made to Heartland Hospice of Michigan or to the family's wishes. Arrangements are entrusted to the Mohnke Funeral Home in Big Rapids.
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