February 16, 1948 ~ October 22, 2024
Kimball “Kim” Allen Berger, 76, of Mears, passed away early Tuesday morning, Oct. 22, 2024, in his home surrounded by family. He was born Feb. 16, 1948, in Ionia, Mich., the son of Gale and Nina (Krantz) Berger.
Enlisting in the U.S. Air Force, June of 1966, Kim served as a Sergeant in Guam and Okinawa, and was trained at Pease Air Force Base in Portsmouth, N.H.
On July 15, 1966, Kim married the love of his life, Deborah (VanderZanden) Berger, enjoying over 59 years of adventures together.
Kim was a talented singer from an early age, performing locally with various bands and musicians throughout his life. After Kim retired from the International Laborers Union 355, he enjoyed spending time outdoors, gardening and being with family.
Kim is survived by: his mother, Nina (Krantz) Howard; brother, Rick Howard; his wife, Deborah (VanderZanden) Berger; and their children, Paul Berger (Michelle Coulier) and Jody (Robert) Johnson; grandchildren, Jesse Berger, Lynsey Marcellus, Drew Marcellus (Dominique Jones), Kaitlin (Adrian) Silva and Shane Dwyer (Misty Allen); and great-grandchildren, Hazel Chandler, Juniper Chandler, Hyacine Marcellus, Atlas Marcellus and Sailor Marcellus.
In accordance with Kim’s wishes, cremation has taken place, and a celebration of life memorial will be held at the Hart VFW Hall, Sunday, Nov. 10, from 2-5 p.m.
Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, King-Hart Chapel, is in charge of arrangements. www.beaconfh.com
