George Raymond Pamerleau

George Raymond Pamerleau, age 61 of Jenison, Michigan was called home January 24, 2023, surrounded by family. George was born August 29, 1961 in Muncie, Indiana. The family moved to Grosse Pointe Woods, Michigan when he was four years old. George attended Grosse Pointe North High School and was active in football, track, and the chess club. Following high school, he attended Central Michigan University (CMU) and began his military career enlisting in the Army Reserves. After leaving CMU, George enlisted in the Air Force, serving on active duty in the Security Police for 24 ½ years, retiring as a Master Sergeant. While serving at Wurtsmith Air Force Base, George met his wife of 33 years, Heidi (Parlow). Upon returning to Michigan, George went to work for the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), serving 17 years at Gerald R. Ford Airport.

George was passionate about his work, but his favorite role was being a father. He loved nothing more than spending time with his children. He was always there to offer his love, support, and encouragement. George taught his children strong values, that kindness was a person’s best virtue, and to always focus on the positive no matter what the situation. He had a unique wit and the ability to make others smile. His honesty, integrity, and positivity will forever shine in the hearts of those who were lucky enough to know and love him. His legacy will carry on forever reminding us that we control our attitudes. We can choose to live a life of meaningful acts of love and service, like Christ modeled for us.

George considered his home his castle. He is survived and will be forever missed by his loving wife, Heidi; children Vielka (Alex) Milewski, Sonia, Nathan, and Noah; mother, Mariann Pamerleau; father, George (Liz) Pamerleau; sisters Mary (Jim) Bresser, Beth Ann (Dan) Doyle, and Paula (Bill) Bejin; brother, John (Kathy) Pamerleau; mother-in-law, Carole Parlow; brothers-in-law Jon (Debora) Parlow and Pete (Katie) Parlow; nieces and nephews Bethany, Andrea, Ashleigh, Elizabeth, Joe, Erin, and Olivia; dear friend, Lisa Pamerleau; as well as many beloved aunts, uncles, and cousins. His half-brother, Christopher Pamerleau; father-in-law, Paul Parlow; and his sister-in-“love,” Sara Parlow, preceded George in death.

A celebration of life service will be held at Georgetown United Methodist Church, 2766 Baldwin Street, Jenison, Michigan 11 a.m. Saturday, February 25, 2023. A visitation before the service will begin at 9 a.m. A luncheon will follow the service.

In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Be Bold, a non-profit organization that will directly support George’s children and others. Be Bold is focused on providing sustainable, low-cost housing to adults in need of support toward independence or transitional housing. George’s children will benefit from the long-term support of Be Bold. George’s legacy as the provider and protector lives on in the way in which Be Bold will honor and support his children. Envelopes will be provided at the service for donations or a donation may be made by using this link: https://www.paypal.com/donate/?hosted_button_id=KE8MAQSHXTT5L

George's family welcomes memories and messages in their online guestbook at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.