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Bob Mrva

November 23, 1951 - June 23, 2026
Portage, MI

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Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 98
1721 Riverview Drive
Kalamazoo, MI 49004
(269) 381-3587

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Ambati
1830 S. Westnedge
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-4961
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Taylor's Florist and Gifts
215 E. Michigan Ave.
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 657-6256
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Robert Mrva of Portage, age 74, died on June 23, 2026. Bob was born November 23, 1951 in Owosso, MI to John and Bessie Mrva. Bob was preceded in death by his parents; his brother, Edward Mrva; and sister, Carol (Dale) Birchmeier. Surviving are his wife, Peggy; step-son, Trevor Scholtz-Needham; several nieces, nephews, and cousins; and his special friends: Russ and Leona Giordano, Tim and Brenda Bowers, and Joshua Waller.

Bob cherished the friendships he made at the Portage Senior Center, where he became an enthusiastic pickleball player after being introduced to the sport by friends. Whether on the court, riding with his bicycling club, or relaxing by the lake, Bob found joy in staying active and spending time with the people he cared about most.

Celebrate Bob’s life online by sharing your favorite stories and photos on his dedicated webpage at BetzlerLifeStory.com. Memorial contributions may be made to Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 98. Betzler Life Story Funeral Homes, 6080 Stadium Drive, Kalamazoo, (269) 375-2900.