Karl-Heinz Fritz Gollnast

Karl-Heinz Fritz Gollnast, 95, of Bridgman passed away on Saturday, May 30, 2026.

A funeral service will be held at 11 AM on Friday, June 5, 2026 at Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy., Bridgman, MI 49106 with Pastor Eric Gustafson and Pastor Alfred Ziefle officiating. Friends may meet with the family prior to the service on Friday from 10 AM - 11 AM at the funeral home.  Burial will be in Graceland Cemetery, Bridgman. Memorial contributions may be given to Lake Michigan Christian Center, 9955 Church Street, Bridgman, MI 49106. Online condolences accepted at www.PikeFH.com.

Karl was born on June 29, 1930, in Berlin, Germany, the son to the late Fritz and Minna Gollnast. He emigrated from Germany to the United States on the USS America in 1954. On October 22, 1960 he married Theresia Brauchler. Karl worked on the farm and factory and also built homes for 35 years. He loved his wife, his children, and grandchildren. Karl could often be heard saying, “the best thing that ever happened to me, was coming to America.”

Survivors include his wife: Theresia Gollnast; children: Karl Gollnast and Katherina (Ron) Kuszewski; grandchildren: Karl Kuszewski and Gabrielle (Mitch) Graff; and sister: Krystal Mewes.

Karl was preceded in death by his siblings: Inge Mattern and Waltraud Eminger.

Arrangements are entrusted to Pike Funeral and Cremation Services, The Boyd Chapel, 9191 Red Arrow Hwy, Bridgman.