Donald Bruce Shurte (Don), age 92, went peacefully to be with his Lord and Savior on July 20, 2025 surrounded by family. He was born in Flint, Michigan to Russell and Betty (Maltby) Shurte, grew up there and went to Flint Northern High School.

He started working in the computer industry for McDonald Dairy in Flint and then at the Flint School Board when computers were so big they filled a whole room.

In 1977, Don married Jan and joined their two families. They enjoyed 47 years of family adventures, traveled the world and camped in many National Parks.

Don loved his family and he loved people. His smile was contagious.

He had a passion for music and sang with the Flint Male Chorus for over 40 years. He sang in his church's choirs and went to many concerts. He could be heard whistling when he was happy.

He was a dedicated University of Michigan fan and closely followed their football and basketball teams.

He loved playing table games with friends and family. You had to follow his rules (no cell phones, etc.)

Twenty three years ago Don and Jan moved to Elk Rapids to be near his sister.

Don found pleasure building roadside showers to cool the runners during the Harborun along North Bayshore.

Don is survived by his wife, Jan; his daughters, Francis Falconer of Flint; Beth (Matthew) Smekar of Ludington; Cindy (Robert) Hasenauer of Fraser; Julia Dohse of Flagstaff, Arizona; Christine (Matthew) McCann of Essexville, and Debi Willy of Bay City. His sons, Doug (Lori) Willy of Bay City; Dan (Laura) Willy of Amboy, Indiana, and Devin Shurte of San Jose, California.

Don was blessed with 19 grandchildren, 30 great grandchildren and one great, great granddaughter.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Russell and Betty, and his sister, Carol Sinclair.

A celebration of life will be held at First Presbyterian Church of Elk Rapids on August 16, 2025, with visitation beginning at 11:00a.m. and the service at noon.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions may be made in Don's name to First Presbyterian Church, to Elk Rapids Community Food Cupboard or Acme Christian Thrift Store.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, Covell-Elk Rapids Chapel is in charge of arrangements.

www.beaconfh.com