Birkman, Gerald Robert age 79 of Blaine, formerly of Mora, passed away Wed., 12/6/17. Survived by wife of 57 years, Norma; son, Kirk (Vicki); daughter, Nicole (Rich) Stone; grandchildren, BreAnna, Kelsy, Mitchell, Ashley, Kayla and 4 great-grandchildren; siblings, Lorraine (Phil) O'Mara, Harvey (Pat); sisters-in-law, Fay and Dixie Michaelis; many nieces, nephews and friends. Preceded in death by parents, Harvey and Christine (Kubat) and brother, Donald. Services celebrating his life 11 AM Monday, 12/11/17 with visitation one hour prior at KOZLAK-RADULOVICH BLAINE CHAPEL (107th Ave NE & Hwy 65). kozlakradulovich.com "A Celebration of Life" (763) 783-1100