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03/02/1936 - 07/20/2025

BORN

03/02/1936

DIED

07/20/2025

Carolyn Goldacker Obituary

Carolyn Goldacker 89 of Portage Michigan was Born to Lyle and Margaret Matheson, March 2, 1936 in Battle Creek, Michigan. She met George Mantas and started a family. 5 children in all. She spent years working and hostessing at the famous Bill Knapps restaurant. They owned Pennies restaurant downtown Kalamazoo.
Carolyn divorced in 1963. Later in life she met Robert Max Goldacker of Portage.
They were married in 1974 and celebrated 47 years. They started a business, in 1989.
"Goldacker's Custom plates, and sold all over the country. They worked hard in their retirement years.
After a short term, illness of pneumonia, she went to be with her Lord peacefully.
She leaves behind son, Fred, wife Paula Mantas, son Ted Mantas, son Matthew Goldacker, daughter Cathy, and husband Tom Mccormick and a stepson Robert Goldacker. And a legacy of 8 grandchildren Michael, Madison, Matthew Mantas, Cathy Goldacker, Cody Podvesek, Raven Mantas, James McCormick, and Robby Goldacker.
Preceded in death by her husband, Robert Max Goldacker of 47 years and son Jimmy George Mantas and three Brothers, Don Ernie and Norman, and many Aunts and Uncles.
She has and always lead an exemplary Christian life. Always enjoying reading the Bible, and Jesus is calling every day and blessing her family. She was dearly loved by all who knew her. Private services for immediate family will be held at the Fort Custer national cemetery in Battle Creek, Michigan on September 3rd, 2025 @ 10:30 a.m.
She was the most amazing faithful and beautiful person and Mother.
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Published by Kalamazoo Gazette from Jul. 29 to Aug. 3, 2025.

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Connie

August 8, 2025

Carolyn was an amazing person
Sweet as she could be.
Only knew her for a year, but in that time she touched my heart in so many ways
RIP. My sweet lady

August 7, 2025

Prayers of Comfort & Peace to Family & Friends.

Michelle Daniels

August 6, 2025

I delivered Mrs. Goldacker´s mail since April 2014. She was a wonderful lady that I really enjoyed talking to. She was very kind & generous & at the end of our conversations she would always say "God Bless You" & I would return the sentiment. She will surely be missed by many.

Deb (Holben) Barrett

August 3, 2025

Carolyn and Bob were our "across the street" neighbors when I was growing up! My mom enjoyed their friendship.
My condolences to the family.

Paula Mantas

July 31, 2025

My mother-in-law, Carolyn had a beautiful way of making everyone feel welcome, and her warmth turned every holiday and summer into a cherished memory. Whether we were gathered around the table or splashing in the pool, she made our time together feel magical-full of laughter, love, and comfort.

She worked tirelessly alongside my father-in-law, building a life always dedicated to, family. Now, it is time for her to rest.

We will miss her dearly-her smile, her presence, her spirit-but she will forever live on in our hearts.

Rest peacefully. We love you always.

Carrol T Blair

July 31, 2025

I have known Mrs Goldacker for many years. I purchased several custom licence plates from her. I still have them. I just now saw that she passed away. She always had a smile, I would run into her quite often at Harding's. My condolences to her family, and may she R.I.P. Such a beautiful person, I will remember her always.

Kevin Paul

July 31, 2025

Carolyn and Bob were my next door neighbor growing up just an awesome family. Cathy and Family I'm so sorry hear of your mom passing.

Cathy Mccormick

July 29, 2025

Mother was always amazing to me. She worked tirelessly, cooked great meals for our family gatherings. She was a selfless giver with strong ties to her christianity . Always on the move no grass ever grew under her feet. She was kind, soft spoken and loved her God and Family. Mom was my best friend
And she was dearly loved.

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