George W. Klein

George W. Klein, of Otsego, passed away on November 10, 2026, at his home in Otsego, with his family by his side. He was born on May 22, 1925, in Hinsdale, Illinois, the son of Samuel and Deina (Borg) Klein.

George graduated from Plainwell High School in 1943 and went on to build a life marked by steady work, commitment, and service. He worked on his father’s farm, where onions and carrots were grown for Campbell Soup. Over the years, he also worked as a hardware salesman out of a panel truck, spent a time at Hercules Powder alongside his brother-in-law, and later owned and operated three different variety stores in the area until his retirement. Even after retiring, he continued farming, remaining connected to the work that had long been part of his life.

He was also deeply involved in his church and community. George was an active member of Martin Reformed Church, where he served as both deacon and elder, and he and his wife, Evelyn, were founding members of Haven Church. He was also active in the Kalamazoo Business Association. In 1948 he married Evelyn Boerman and they spent 72 years together until her passing in 2019. Surviving are his children, Judy & Mark McMurray, Patty Sutka, Kathy Swinehart & John Ness, and Paul Klein; grandchildren: Scott McMurray, Jessica & Bryan Cranson, Drew & Jenna Kastran, Michael Swinehart, Andrew & Kacie Swinehart, Derek Klein and Jared & Carina Klein; great-grandchildren, Calista Cranson, Gabriella Cranson, Brooke Kastran, Colin Kastran, and Banks Klein; sister, Betty Welch along with several nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents; wife; son-in-law, Bob Sutka and siblings Etta, Effie, Diana, John, and Jake.

Friends may visit with George’s family from 5-7PM, Friday, November 13, 2026, at the Winkel Funeral Home, Otsego. A funeral service will take place at 11:00 A.M., Saturday, November 14, 2026, at the Martin Reformed Church, with Pastor Matt Hendricks officiating. 

Burial will take place at 2:00 P.M., at Mountain Home Cemetery in Otsego.

Contributions in memory of George may be directed to Wings of Hope Hospice. Messages of condolence may be posted at www.WinkelFuneralHome.com.