Paul Alan Struven, 68, of Montague, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2024. He was born August 29, 1955, in San Francisco, California, the son of Roy and Gloria (Blazy) Struven. Paul proudly served our country for 23 years, retiring as a Major, in the United States Army.

Paul started his career in the United States Army by attending West Point Military Academy after high school. He was an accomplished gymnast, specializing in the rings and parallel bars. During his time in the Army, he was stationed in Germany where he met his wife, Gabriele Frank. They were happily married for 34 years.

After leaving active duty, Paul attended Ferris State University and began his own business in 1998 as a Professional Land Surveyor, while serving in the Army National Guard. Paul then returned to active duty to deploy to Iraq in 2008. He continued in the Army National Guard until his retirement.

Paul enjoyed his time in the outdoors, gardening, hunting, fishing and woodworking. He spent many hours with his nephews and nieces teaching them the art of mushroom hunting, orienteering and survival skills. He will be greatly missed.

Paul is survived by: his wife, Gabriele; brother, Terry (Mary Ann) Struven; sister, Gail (Dennis) Sikkenga; mother, Gloria Struven; and 11 nieces, nephews, and their spouses.

A Celebration of Life will take place at 1:00 PM, Saturday, May 25, 2024, at the White Lake VFW Post 3256, 9370 Walsh Road, Montague, MI 49437, with Military Honors being held at 2:00 PM, and a luncheon to follow.

Memorial contributions, instead of flowers, can be made to: Harbor Hospice of Muskegon or the VFW Post 3256.

Beacon Cremation & Funeral Service, White Lake Chapel, is in charge of arrangements.

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