Francis Bruystens of Three Rivers, passed away on August 1, 2022, at the age of 87. Francis “Fritz” was born on July 20, 1935 in Chicago, the son of Herbert and Johanna (Gerritsen) Bruystens.
Fritz loved the challenge of putting a puzzle together. He had a large collection of puzzles. Fritz also loved to go fishing, camping, and work in the yard. He worked at Simpson’s Paper Mill in Vicksburg, MI and other shops in the area.
He was preceded in his passing by his parents; siblings: Olga Crossman and Charlie Bruystens;
Francis is survived by his children: Mark Bruystens and Diane (Daryl) Grofvert; two grandchildren; Josh (Rebeca) Bruystens and Shelbe Bruystens; two great grandchildren; Jackson and Clarity Bruystens; siblings; Herbie Bruystens and Carl (Judy) Bruystens and many nieces and nephews.
In accordance with Fritz’s wishes, cremation has taken place.
While at www.amsfuneralhomes.com please take time to sign Francis’s guestbook and/or share a memory with his family.
The Bruystens family is being cared for by the Avink, McCowen & Secord Funeral Homes and Cremation Society, 129 S. Grand, Schoolcraft, MI 49087. 269-679-5622.