Paul Jay Kuhtic of Grandville, formerly of Wayland, died Tuesday, Oct. 6, just nine days short of his 57th birthday.

ALS, also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease, came into Paul’s life two and a half years ago.

Paul was happiest when surrounded by his three grandchildren and family. He loved to be outside, and had a true passion for having the most beautiful yard in the neighborhood.

He is survived by his wife of 35 years, Cheryl; daughters and grandchildren, Julie and Brian VanTil (Regan, Collins), Autumn Kuhtic (Ava); sisters and brother, Judy and Bob Anderson, Joseph and Valerie Kuhtic, Helen and Mike Martin, Denise and Bob Wisniewski, Marilyn and Tom Wilcox; many nieces and nephews.

A memorial service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Saturday at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Rev. Jeremy Visser officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm at the funeral home. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com