George Arthur Wondergem

September 27th, 1931 - July 1st, 2020

George's Memory Wall

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George was a good neighbor. Always had time to chat or offer a good word when walking by. As a business owner he treated us very well.at the church. Not only pricing but products on time and well done. He gave extra care to our work. And in those times when I needed something in a rush he made it happen. A real joy to work with.
And even though my son drives for Miller, I'll toast him with a Bud this weekend.

Our prayers are with his family.
Blessings

revjsd@gmail.com

George coached my Little League baseball team. I remember wanting to be a pitcher in the worst way. Well, George being the guy he was, let me try. Knowing full well I didn't have the arm to pitch, he taught me to understand my limits and tackle the tasks I was better suite for. I always loved seeing him out for his walks and it gave me great solace to know he was still a presence in this world. I am greatly saddened by his passing. My condolences to Cecilia and his family. RIP Coach.

Harry Kohn

I remember when I was young growing up on Michigan Avenue, George and my Dad along with Russ and Mike were all great friends and neighbors. All of us kids in the neighborhood hung out together too. When we would see George, he would say "let me see your muscles" and we would put up our arms like Superman. He was always impressed, I loved that! I also loved watching the South Haven fireworks from his front lawn with a big bag of buttered popcorn! The best of times! Later he always had a great smile for me when I would come over like he was so happy to see me. I was always happy to see him! I am so sad he is gone and will miss him, but I am so very happy to have known him as the kindest Gentleman that he was. I loved Uncle George & will keep all my great memories of him. ❤️

Jamie Wagoner Pentinga

George and Cecelia generously hosted many badminton tournaments. When George was running the desk, he calmly said “20 minutes” when asked by any player when he would play next. He supported the Midwest Badminton Association and printed its newsletter for many years. The first time I telephoned him there was a lot of background noise and he asked me to hold for a moment as “the kids were stirring”. I was surprised by his good-natured calm, which of course was his way. George was a welcoming and endearing presence in the badminton community and we will miss him.

Alice Wunderlich

To the entire Wondergem Family,

I choose to remember the good old days and how "Coach Wondergem" helped instill a love of baseball in me which I in turn shared with others. I don't remember much from those early years of life but I do remember how much I loved baseball and I always felt George understood (and shared) that passion. George gave a lot to our community. I will truly miss talking a little baseball with George from time to time.........God Bless.

jdorow@southhaveninsurance.com

My thoughts and prayers go our to the entire family, as you mourn the loss of such a good man. I had the pleasure of working with George and Doug for 9 years, while i was at South Haven Hospital. He was always willing to help any way he could. He enjoyed donating to the hospital Christmas raffles for the employees, even when i told him it was too much, he just wanted to serve his community and took joy in the smiles of those around him. I've missed this gentle, kind man, since i left South Haven and have often thought of him with fondness. George - your name tells us all you truly were a Wonderful Gem! You will be greatly missed by all those of us blessed to know you!