Paul “Todd” Belongie

Resided in Gladstone, MI
Died April 11, 2023

Paul “Todd” Belongie, age 63, of Gladstone, MI passed away as his loving wife Claire stood by his side on Tuesday, April 11, 2023 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Green Bay, WI.

 

Todd was born on August 23, 1959, to Lawrence and Margaret (Johnson) Belongie in Milwaukee, WI.

 

Todd was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who loved his family more than anything on Earth. He had a passion for cooking and grilling. He was always eager to help out at church, especially  when cooking was required at events. He was a dedicated Green Bay Packers fan and loved to cheer on his team. He was also a handyman who could fix just about anything. He was always there when anyone needed him, and his willingness to help was a testament to his kind and caring nature. He had love, faith, and trust in the Lord as his savior.

 

For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believe that in him should not perish, but have everlasting life – John 3:16

 

Todd is survived by his loving wife Claire, son Steve (Erin) Belongie, daughter Jennifer (Jeremy) Crisher, grandchildren Patrick, Bryce, Micah, and Lucy, siblings Dave (Cheryl) Belongie, Bob (Karen) Belongie, Jerry (Chris) Belongie, Dale Belongie, Kevin Belongie,

 Jeanne (Robert) Bolton, brothers-in-law Bob Burkie and Dan (Linda) Linczeski, sisters-in-law Betty Kmiecik and Mary Olive, as well as many nieces and nephews.

 

Todd was preceded in death by his parents Lawrence and Margaret, sister Kathy Burkie, parents-in-law John and Florence Linczeski, and brothers-in-law Russell Kmiecik, Roger Olive, and Jack Linczeski.

The family would like to extend a thank you to the staff of St. Mary’s Hospital for the amazing care they provided to Todd and his family.

 

Family will receive friends on Sunday, April 16, 2023 at Grace Church in Gladstone, MI from 2:30 PM to 4:30 PM. Services honoring Todd will follow visitation at 4:30 PM with Pastor Tim Haugen officiating. A dinner will follow in the church hall.

12 Tributes for “Paul “Todd” Belongie”

    My Baby Brother was such a nice guy. When we would visit they always took the time to have a meal with us. I will always cherish the time we had together. Todd was a great servant for his church and the Lord. He loved his wife and family very much. He always had a smile on his face and you could just tell he had the Holy Spirt within him! We will miss those visits but as I know he’s with Mom, Dad and Sis with the lord making plans for the future on this Earth.

    We’ll miss you Todd! Always had a smile on his face & a spatula in his hand. We’re gonna miss him in the kitchen at church
    & all those Packer jerseys. All those angels in heaven just got another great cook. Well done faithful servant. See you in
    heaven someday.

    Love Jerry & Rita Erickson

    I didn’t know him. But I know his son. The phrase that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree is what I’d use to describe them. I can see so much of Mr. Belongie in his son. The Mr. Fix It personality. The gentle smile. The loving heart. As a Christian, Mr. Belongie didn’t just bear fruit and multiply, he made the world a better place with the fruit he gave it. And I have been lucky to have benefitted from it. Rest In Peace sir. You’re probably grilling with Bart Starr 🙂

    Todd was a terrific employee. He always worked hard and got the job done. Sometimes the rest of us would look at something and couldn’t figure it out, and Todd would just start working on it and before you knew it, the job was done. He could fix almost anything, whether he knew how or not, and if he absolutely couldn’t, he would call someone (many times they were a member of Grace church) and get the job done. He solved problems at work and at our house. One time we had Marilyn’s brother in law do a pretty big remodel at our house. Todd was his helper. Fred said many times how he enjoyed working with Todd. Shortly after he started with us, he said we needed to buy a barbeque grille. So we did, and then had many good meals on Fridays. We will all miss him a lot. But I must say that I can see that Claire has a deep faith in the Lord, that will carry her through this.
    Dennis Pearson

    Dear Claire and family. I just heard today about your loss. I am so very sorry and heartbroken for all of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. Big hugs, Karen (Lynch) and Jay Belcher

    The Vemich family is very sorry for the loss of Paul. We will pray for your family during this difficult time. Alice Vemich is Larry’s sister and Paul is our first cousin.

    Sincerely,
    Alice Vemich and family

    Claire & family.. was so sorry to hear of Tods passing. He was such a wonderful man. One of God. My sympathy to you all. Love & prayers. Dave & Joetta Fredrickson.

    I loved him he was a great man I wish that I had spent a little more time with him but the good thing is that I still remember those good times when I was with him either cooking or somewhere else having fun. I still remember several things like whenever he made his great and delicious steak and onion dinner or when we went to the mall. he could fix any thing whenever my mom needed help he was alwase there. When we went out to eat he alwase braught joy and filled in that empty seat braught joy that no one else could bring it was a special type of joy. when he was home he would wach shows with evreone downstairs and it braught so much joy to me and others in the house. I will always love him even if he isnt with us right now he is in ower hearts forever and in haven, a better place with no saddnes only joy and happiness.
    Micah Bertolino (grandson)

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