Kevin Gene Krotz, 64, of Hopkins, died Saturday, Dec. 21, at University of Michigan Health West.
Born April 20, 1960, in Allegan, he was the son of the late Robert and Geraldine Louise (Grauman) Krotz. Kevin had worked for Sebright Products as a welder for many years.
He was talented when it came to working with his hands and had a particular knack for the art of stainless-steel fabrication. Kevin loved a challenge and could build just about anything, even complicated machinery.
His skills allowed him to often travel for his work, which he enjoyed. At a young age, Kevin earned his solo private pilot’s license which allowed him to fly small aircraft. He also developed the skill set needed to visually inspect airplanes to determine if they were suitable for flight.
Kevin also had worked as a bartender and French waiter at Bay Point Inn in Gun Lake, where he made many friends and memories. He looked forward to Thursday mornings. when he would meet up with his Breakfast Club buddies, including his brother, Roger, cousin, Richard, and friends, Gerry and Tim.
Kevin loved to spend time with everyone at the lake fishing, camping and having a biggest bonfire competition with the Weicks from across the lake. He is survived by his sons, Andrew Krotz (Autumn Bivins), Marty (Lydia) Krotz and Travis Carr; brother, Roger (Kelly) Krotz; grandchildren, Saylor and Lucia; his friend and the mother of his children, Linda Krotz, many nieces and nephews; and special cousin, Richard Krotz. He was also preceded in death by his brothers, Wayne Krotz and David Krotz.
His funeral will be at 1 p.m. Monday, Dec. 30, at Hopkins Community Church and visitation will be from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kevin will be laid to rest following the funeral service in Maplewood Cemetery.
