Gordon D. "Louie" Nestle

Lansing, MI

Gordon Duane Nestle “Louie” passed away Thursday, December 8, 2011 at the age of 78. He was born December 15, 1932 in Ithaca the son of Edward and Laura (May) Nestle. He married Lullavene “Buddy” and she preceded him in death in 2005. Besides his loving wife, Gordon was also preceded in death by his parents, brother, Edward “Cork”, daughter, Cheryl and nephew, Roger. Gordon served our country in the Army in Korea and worked at Wohlert Corporation until his retirement after 40 years of service. He was an all around athlete at Ithaca High School where he graduated. He enjoyed all sports especially golf, bowling and was an avid MSU fan. He also enjoyed writing poetry and was a regular customer at Art’s Bar and Leo’s Outpost. Gordon cherished his family. Surviving him are: daughter, Kim Overby of Lansing, step-daughters: Sharon Hartman and Judy (Greg) VanPeenen; 8 grandchildren: Susan Overby, Jamie (Scott) Wiseley, Chad Overby, Jason (Sara) Hartman, Jonathan Hartman, Christine VanPeenen, Jennifer Hogle, Daniel VanPeenen; 6 great grandchildren and best friend, Jim Dorin. Gordon’s family will celebrate his life at Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 900 E. Michigan Ave., Lansing on Tuesday, December 13, 2011 at 1:00 P.M. followed by a graveside service at Evergreen cemetery in Lansing. The family will receive friends for visitation at the funeral home on Monday from 2-4 & 6-8 P.M. Memorial contributions may be made to the Capital Area Humane Society in memory of Gordon.

On line condolences may be made at www.grlansing.com

Arrangements under the direction of Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, Lansing, MI.