Jerry  J. Kaup,  age 63, of Coloma, MI, formerly of Evanston, IL, died unexpectedly on Thursday, August 9 ^th in Saugatuck, MI.  He was born in Chicago, IL on November 18, 1948, the son of the late John J. and Mary M. Kaup.

Jerry was a successful businessman and marketing entrepreneur.  He was an avid cyclist, runner, and traveler, touring the country with his RV and bicycle and competing in the Chicago Marathon.  Jerry's enthusiasm for living, his mischievous humor, and his practical wisdom touched all those around him.  His devotion to the spiritual principles of love and service changed his life.

Jerry is survived by his children, Rebecca Kaup and Jeremy (Keri) Kaup; his brother, Greg (Linda) Kaup and sister, Christine (Parag) Madhani; and granddaughter, Anna.

Funeral services will be held at Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home, 4600 County Line Road, Racine, WI on Saturday, September 8 ^th , 2012 at 11:00 a.m.  All are invited to visit with the family beginning at 9:30 a.m.