Gerald "Jerry" Plichta, age 83 of Norton Shores, passed away after spending the evening with his beloved family on April 23, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents Steven and Estelle, and son Dean. He is survived by his wife of 42 years Bobbie; Children: Curt Plichta, Gina (Tim) Mahoney, Jin (Mahmud) Fatafta, Dustin (Nicole) Plichta; Bobbie's children: Kari Horton, Brent (Kelley) Meyers, Corey (Erika) Meyers; 16 grandchildren; Brothers and sister; Many beloved extended family. The family will be celebrating Jerry at a later date. In lieu of flowers please consider Harbor Hospice.