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Karl "Kip" Edward Wilken

Born: 4/11/1946
Died: 1/4/2026
Age: 79
Community: Goodrich, MI

WILKEN, KARL EDWARD, “Kip”, age 79, of Goodrich, passed away January 4, 2026. He was born on April 11, 1946, in Flint, Michigan, son to the late Karl and Virginia Wilken (nee Grice). Loving father of the late Todd Wilken; dear brother of Mark (Karen) Anderson, the late Bonnie Miller and the late Dale Anderson. Also survived by nieces, nephews and extended family. Kip graduated from Genesee High School, class of 1964. Kip served his Country proudly in the United States Marine Corps. He worked for Dupont as a Lab Technician for many years. In his spare time, he was a classic car enthusiast, and also enjoyed flat track racing and ice racing his motorcycle. A committal service with military honors will take place at Great Lakes National Cemetery, in Holly, Michigan, on Friday, January 16, 2026; 1:00PM. Arrangements entrusted to Village Funeral Home- Ortonville. Memorial donations in Karl’s honor may be made to your charity of choice. Kindly keep Karl and his family in your thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. To leave a condolence, please visit: www.VillageFH.com
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  Village Funeral Home & Cremation Services
135 South St.
Ortonville, MI 48462

Phone: (248) 627-3412

Web Site: http://www.villagefh.com

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Visitation
Date:   1/6/2026
Time:   -
No visitation
 
Funeral Service
Date:   1/16/2026
Time:   1:00 PM
 
Location:   Great Lakes National Cemetary
4200 Belford Rd.
Holly, MI 48442

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