Sidney Geers

Sidney W. Geers, 77, passed away Saturday, June 8th, 2019 at University of Michigan: Metro Health Hospital with his family at his side. The son of Walter & Florence (Bloemsma) Geers, he was born December 31, 1941 in Missaukee County, Michigan. Sidney was a proud veteran of the United States Army, serving during the Vietnam era. He loved traveling and camping with his children during their younger years, and enjoyed his time in Florida. Sidney was a friend to everyone, always making friends wherever he went. He was preceded in death by his parents; and brother. Sidney is survived by his wife, Jo Capizzi; children, Bruce & Gayla Geers, Chad & Elizabeth Geers, Brooke & Matt Nichols, Rick & Barb Capizzi, and Mike & Betty Capizzi; and many grandchildren & great-grandchildren; along with many other family and friends. Visitation with the family will begin on 10 A.M, on Thursday, June 13, 2019 at Carlisle United Methodist Church, with a celebration of life immediately following at 11 A.M, 1084 76th St. SW, Byron Center, 49315, Pastor Gary Zinger will officiate with full military honors to conclude the service. The family would like to invite friends and family to join them for a luncheon following the service to continue the celebration of Sidney. In lieu of flowers, the family would appreciate contributions to St. Jude Children Research Hospital. Arrangements are entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, exclusive providers of Veterans Funeral Care. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Sidney Geers, please visit our flower store.