Burdette Albert Timm
Age 92 of Hastings, passed away on July 19, 2016 in Hastings, Michigan. He was born in Hastings, Michigan on February 29, 1924, the son of Gilbert and Gertrude (Bush) Timm. On June 6, 1944 he married Martha Irene Mesecar. He honorably served his country in the United States Navy during WWII. In 1986 he retired, after 41 years as a laborer, from the Viking Corporation in Hastings. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, golfing, and old cars. He loved to polish his doom buggy and take Martha for rides on the weekends all around Barry County.
Burdette was preceded in death by his parents and three siblings. He is survived by his wife, of 72 years, Martha Timm of Hastings, Michigan, children Boyd (Linda) Timm of Dowagiac, Michigan, Dennis (Patsy) Timm of Lincoln, California, Diane Norton of Medina, Tennesee, Thomas (Linda) Timm of Niles, Michigan, 8 grandchildren, 9 great grandchildren, 5 great grandchildren, and many nieces and nephews.
There will be a Graveside Service with Military Honors at Hastings Township Cemetery on Monday, July 25, 2016 at 11:00 AM. Donations may be made to Alzheimer's Association Greater Michigan Chapter 25200 Telegraph Rd. STE 100, Southfield, MI 48033. To leave online condolences visit www.girrbachfuneralhome.net. Services provided by Girrbach Funeral Home.