BURMANIA

Robert Dale Burmania, age 86, of Lowell, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025. He was born on April 10, 1939, in Byron Center, the son of Simon and Martha (DeVries) Burmania. On January 1, 1992, he married the love of his life, the former Kathleen McNeil.

Bob served in the National Guard and was an active member of the Lowell United Methodist Church. He was proud of being a founding member of Woodhaven Church. Bob worked in several jobs over his life after earning his degree in accounting from Davenport University. He was a third generation John Deere Dealer in Byron Center, a long-haul truck driver, compiling 2 million miles and countless safety awards. Bob joined his friend in a remodeling company, building a habitat house, as well as many other homes. He worked for Atrium as a service representative for five states. Bob, lastly, worked at Saskatoon Golf Course, serving in many roles for the company. Upon retirement he enjoyed raising sheep with his wife, Kathleen. Bob enjoyed the outdoors kayaking, biking, skiing and farming.

He is survived by his loving wife, Kathleen of Lowell; children, Laurie (Brian) Popma of Byron Center, Mike (Julie) Burmania of Middleville, Mark (Audrey) Burmania of Morley; stepchildren, Wendy (Brian) Justema of Belmont and Matthew Silverman of Lowell; grandchildren, Joshua, Ashley, Maggie, Matt, Nick, Arron, Katie, Francine, Corey, Michael, Winnie, Wyatt, Levi, Liam, Quinn and Mannix; 10 great-grandchildren and sister, Carole Isenhoff. Robert was preceded in death by his stepson, Will Silverman; sisters, Joanne (Bob) Beaute, Mary (Jack) Walburg and brother-in-law, Stuart. A Celebration of Life will be held at 11 a.m., Saturday, September 20, 2025, at the Lowell United Methodist Church. Visitation will be on Friday, September 19, from 4-7 p.m. at the Lake Funeral Home in Saranac and one hour prior to the Funeral Service. Memorial Donations may be made to the family. Online Condolences can be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com.