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Obituary For Hermann Zemke

Hermann Zemke, 82, of Lexington Park MD, (formerly of Sparta MI) passed away peacefully March 9, 2021. He is now at peace and with God and is with his Beloved Wife, Brigitte.
He leaves behind his children, Aino, Torsten & Erik (Tammy), grandchildren Caleb, Kendal (Jamel) & Ryan, as well as his great grandchildren, Roman, Eli, Lincoln & Braden and a host of relatives and friends in Europe and the USA.
Hermann expressed his gratitude for having had a full good life. He felt especially grateful for the love of his life, Brigitte, who passed away in 2001, and his children and grandchildren and great grands.
After his retirement from Tesa Tape Inc., where he was the plant manager, he enjoyed time with his family and friends, his home & garden, sailing his sailboat, travelling, classical music and a variety of hobbies.
He especially loved being involved with the Danish Cultural Center of Greenville MI, which he helped achieve Nonprofit status. The Hermann Zemke Library is named in his honor at the DCCG.
For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him. (1 Thessalonians 4:14)
Funeral for Mr. Zemke will be held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 at 11:00AM at the Sparta Church of the Nazarene at 665 13 Mile Rd., Sparta, Mi. 49345 officiated by Pastor Tyler Hubbell. Family will meet visitors at the Hessel-Cheslek Funeral Home in Sparta on Friday, March 26, 2021 from 6-8:00PM. There will be a private interment in Greenwood Cemetery, Sparta.
The family wishes to thank Hospice of St. Mary’s, especially Xina, Ann, Rebecca & Holly for all of their kindness.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Salvation Army at www.give.salvationarmyusa.org in memory of Hermann & Brigitte Zemke.

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Aino and family, So sorry to hear about your dad. Even though we butted heads many times, we always respected each other's opinions in the end. Know that he is happy again with your mom. Susan Farver

- Susan Farver

Aino, I'm so sorry for your loss of your dad. He was the sweetest person I ever had the pleasure to work with. Your family are in my prayers and thoughts. He is now with the love of his life. Caryl J. Lawrence

- Caryl J. Lawrence

Sincere Sympathy to all the family . AL & MARY HAMP

- Allen & Mary Hamp

Aino, I am truly sorry to hear about the passing of your dad. Please accept my sincere condolences and may the soul of your dad rest in peace. I have good memories of your dad, when I lived in GRR and worked at the plant in 1992/1993. Ich wünsche Dir und Deiner viel Kraft in dieser schweren Zeit. Stefan

- Stefan Sell

So sorry for your loss. He lead an interesting and fulfilled life. He was plant manager at, tesa, when I started there. He was truly blessed to have his family to share his life with.

- Joy Dieterich

Your father was one of the sweetest and kindest man I have ever met. I enjoyed working with him and getting to know your family outside of tesa. Aino, you and your brothers are in my thoughts and prayers. I know you are grieving but take comfort in knowing he is at peace now and with his beloved Brigitte. Hugs and prayers to you all.

- Heather Lyals VanKampen

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