Neil Allen Guernsey

Neil A. Guernsey, 66 passed away peacefully Monday, October 30, 2023 at his home in Traverse City.

Neil was born on December 4,1956 to Milton and Shirley Guernsey.

Neil retired from Sara Lee after 43 years of employment. In retirement he enjoyed traveling with his wife Kathy. The two of them enjoyed spending their winters in Orange Beach, Alabama. Golfing became one of his favorite pass times. Deer hunting, ("taking a nap in the woods") was another hobby he looked forward to each fall. He was always happy to lend a helping hand to his family and friends. Neil treasured his family and especially enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, who all affectionately referred to him as Pa.

Neil is survived by his children: Neil (Melissa) Guernsey, Jay (Jolene) Guernsey, William Carsten, Randal Carsten, Melissa (John) Ockert.
His 14 grandchildren: Aiden, Hunter, Gabriel, Triston, Destiny, Quinton, Shelbey, Randy, Zachary, Ethan, Lilly, Olivia, Dillon and Logan. 5 great grandchildren: Charlie, Isabella, Hannah, Jimmy and Aryia.
His siblings: Elmer (Sue) Guernsey, Rex Guernsey, Sue (Ron) Meteer, Carl Guernsey, Sally Guernsey, and Milton (Patricia) Guernsey Jr. and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 37 years Kathryn. His parents and his brother Edmond Guernsey.

A celebration of life service will be held Sunday, November 5th, 2023 at Reynolds Jonkhoff Funeral Home, with visitation beginning at 11am and his celebration of life service at 1pm.

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