I had the great privilege to work with Sargent DeGram when I worked for the City of Grand Haven, Water Department. Sargent DeGram was a kind and warm person. He was the first to see if you needed anything on the job site when we were working in the streets on a broken water main. He was always pleasant, good natured and kind. His great sense of humor and kindness was passed on to his children, especially Tom DeGram! Sargent DeGram you will be missed by so many of us who had the honor to know you during your time in Grand Haven. Thank you for your service!

Message from Judy (Botbyl) Klumpel

September 7, 2017 1:57 PM

Diane and Peggy and all the family. Your Dad was always spoken of fondly by our Dad (George). It seems Dad will be greeting another friend as he passed in April. May it comfort you know that Grand Haven lost another good friend to many....Judy Botbyl

Message from Diane

September 15, 2017 1:31 PM

Thanks, Judy!

A candle was lit by Dana Beekman on September 7, 2017 8:33 AM

A candle was lit by Brenda Duram Espinosa on September 6, 2017 7:19 PM

A candle was lit by Ted & Marcia Klemp on September 6, 2017 4:21 PM

Message from Julie Stenberg

September 6, 2017 1:27 PM

I have a few good memories of Grandpa Delbie, but what I remember most was his laugh. He always had smiling eyes, and when he laughed it was heartfelt. Clearly there wasn't any artificial emotion in him. God speed home.

Message from Diane

September 19, 2017 12:17 PM

Thanks, Jules!

Message from Barbara (DeGram) Downey

September 6, 2017 12:36 PM

What a great picture. I haven't seen my uncle in quite some time but that smile is the same smile I remember. A favorite for sure and I look forward to seeing him again someday.:) I wish I could be there to hug everyone. Love and God's Blessings,
Barb

Message from Diane

September 15, 2017 1:36 PM

I would have loved seeing you but understand you are so far away! ❤️❤️

Message from Traci & Jonathan Scott

September 6, 2017 11:43 AM

We are so very sorry for your loss. Delbie was always such a sweet neighbor & always asked us to save something for him when we grilled. He will be missed by our family dearly.

Message from Delbie's daughters

September 19, 2017 12:15 PM

Thanks for being such great neighbors! He loved having such great people living in his complex!

Message from Roger and Barb Jager

September 6, 2017 11:29 AM

We remember fondly your Dad and Mom. First becoming neighbors in 1959 and they were wonderful neighbors and then friends even after we moved. Your Dad was very special and both your Mom and Dad were so helpful to us when ever we needed anything. He will be missed by you all. But we know he is a peace now. Prayers to you all. Rog and Barb

Message from Diane

September 15, 2017 1:35 PM

Thanks, Barb and Rog!

Message from Connie Meiste

September 6, 2017 11:13 AM

Tom & family.
Your dad has touched the hearts of many people, he will be greatly missed.So sorry for your loss.

May the memories that you share be your comfort at this time. May you as a family draw closer. Connie Meiste(Spring Lake Twp.)

Message from Rick Wilds

September 6, 2017 10:40 AM

Worked with Delbie at GHPD before I joined the State Police. He was always fun to work with. He and I made many a bullet in the basement of the old police dept. This was so that the dept could go to Mulligans Hollow for qualification. Old fashioned way to save money. Delbie could fix most anything but was really good at electrical stuff.
Good memories, will miss him. Sympathy to the family.

Message from Delbie's daughters

September 15, 2017 1:29 PM

Thank you!

A candle was lit by John White on September 6, 2017 10:12 AM