Donald Duane Bidelman Sr.

Donald is preceded in death by his parents, Roy and Margaret Bidelman, step mother, Gladys Bidelman, son, Christopher Bidelman, sisters, Pauline Vandervlught and Elaine Raines-Dunham.

He is survived by his loving wife, Betty Bidelman, and children, Don (Hope) Bidelman, Tammy Boggs, Candice Bidelman, Chance Bidelman, Carl Mohn, grandchildren, Melissa (Donte) Myles, Matthew Bidelman, Melanie Bidelman, Emily Bidelman, Makenzie Bidelman, Sophia Bidelman, Cynthia Blair, James Loy, Tiffany (David) Lane, brother, Ken (Meryle) Dykstra, many great grand kids, nieces and nephews, and close friends.

Donald’s nickname, as he was known to many, was “MUDD”. He served in the United States Army from 18 years old until 1964 when he was honorably discharged from his duty. He drove a truck for many years, Thorn Apple Valley being the longest. He enjoyed fishing, especially when he could take his granddaughter Sophia. He loved to give the grandkids a tractor ride around the neighborhood whenever they asked. He was a loving and wonderful grandfather. Donald had a love for classic cars along with his vast knowledge of them. He was always willing to fix your vehicle or help a neighbor. Donald was loved by many, and will be missed by all.

Special Thanks to Spectrum Health Hospice, all their nurses and aids, and especially thank you to Toya and Cathy.

A visitation for Donald will be held Friday, February 26, 2021 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM, followed by a funeral service beginning at 12:00 PM at Reyers North Valley Chapel, 2815 Fuller Ave N.E., Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505. Following the funeral service a burial will occur at 1:30 PM at Fairplains Cemetery, 2056 Diamond Ave NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505. The funeral service will be officiated by Pastor Glenn Schaeffer of St. James Lutheran Church.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in Donald's memory may be made to ISJ Academy , 2066 Oakwood Ave NE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49505 US, https://www.mychristianschool.com/support.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.reyersnorthvalleychapel.com for the Bidelman family.