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Our Obituaries
Laura "Lolly" Vanden Bosch
May 10, 1939 - January 23, 2020
Laura "Lolly" Vanden Bosch, age 80, of Holland, passed away Thursday, January 23, 2020.
She was born on May 10, 1939, to Andrew and Nellie Vander Zee who preceded her in death. She attended Calvin College, received her teaching degree from Western Michigan University, and had a career in teaching for 33 years, retiring from West Ottawa schools.
She was a member of Maranatha Christian...
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Harriet Gebben
May 10, 1925 - January 22, 2020
Harriet Mae Gebben, age 94, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, January 22, 2020 at Resthaven Care Center in Holland.
Harriet was a former member of Montello Park Christian Reformed Church and a current member of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church. Harriet worked at Lifesavers, Inc in Holland for 19 years, retiring in 1987.
Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, Adrian, in 2004 and...
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Larry Looman
January 11, 1942 - January 20, 2020
Larry Looman, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 20, 2020.
Larry was active in several sports for many years. He did auto body work for Loomans' Body Shop. He was employed by VerHage for 12 years and Elhart Pontiac for 42 years. He loved the outdoors and spending time with his dog, Callie. He faithfully comforted others as he cared for his friends and lived a life of...
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John A. Kossen
October 23, 1930 - January 20, 2020
John A. Kossen, age 89, of Holland, passed away Monday, January 20, 2020 at Sheldon Meadows Assisted Living Center.
John retired as a Highway Driver for Herman Miller in 1993 and enjoyed farming and spending time at Silver Lake. John was a charter member of Faith Reformed Church in Zeeland.
John was preceded in death by his wife, Hazel, in 2012 and son, Douglas, in 2017.
John is survived...
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Adrian Dreyer
April 28, 1927 - January 19, 2020
Adrian Dreyer age 92, of Zeeland, died, Sunday, January 19, 2020.
He was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Anna Ruth Prins Dreyer in 2006 and a son, Ronald Dreyer in 1966, as well as all his siblings and their spouses and in-laws, Eldon and Jacoba Walters.
He is survived by his children, Connie and Dean Boersma, and Jim and Cathy Dreyer;...
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Keith W. Miller
December 20, 1932 - January 18, 2020
Keith Miller, age 87, of Burnips, entered his heavenly home on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
Keith was born in Grand Rapids, on December 20, 1932 to William and Ethel Miller. He proudly served his country in the US Army. Keith married his high school sweetheart, Neva Sawyer and they shared more than 67 years together.
Keith was a wonderful husband, father, grandfather and great...
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Kathryn Gruppen
September 7, 1920 - January 18, 2020
Kathryn (Boetsma) Gruppen, 99, of Zeeland, passed away on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
Kathryn was born in Borculo on September 7, 1920, to Gerrit and Tillie (Fisher) Boetsma. She graduated from eighth grade from the Borculo School, and she graduated from Zeeland High at the age of 67. Kathryn married Herman Gruppen, and they moved to Zeeland and raised their children there. They were long...
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Stanley J. Kleis
May 4, 1928 - January 18, 2020
Stanley J. Kleis, age 91, of Holland, died peacefully with his family by his side on Saturday, January 18, 2020.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Nathan Kleis, a great granddaughter, Emma De Ruiter and a brother, Gerald Kleis.
Stan was a lifelong member of Pillar Church where he was active in many areas of church life. He retired from Donnelly Corporation following 29 years as a...
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Edward C. Shidler
June 23, 1937 - January 17, 2020
Edward Shidler age 82, of Saugatuck, died Friday, January 17, 2020, peacefully at his home, surrounded by his family.
He was a member of Central Park Reformed Church and owned and operated Edmar Manufacturing in Holland.
Ed is survived by his wife of 62 years, Marlene; children, Terri and Tom Van Lente of Saugatuck, Chuck Shidler of Saugatuck, Rick and Sue Shidler of Saugatuck, Dave and...
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Dick B. Yskes
April 5, 1936 - January 17, 2020
Dick B. Yskes age 83, of Holland, was called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, January 17, 2020.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Mary in 2015.
Dick was a member of Graafschap Christian Reformed Church and was a veteran of the Army serving from 1959-1962. He taught middle school in Benton Harbor, Kent City and spent most of his career at Holland Public Schools retiring...
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Nancy Schermer
August 1, 1950 - January 16, 2020
Nancy Schermer, age 69, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, January 16, 2020.
Nancy was born in Zeeland on August 1, 1950, to Julius and Lorraine (Overbeek) Nykamp. She graduated from Holland Christian High School and later married Bruce Schermer. Nancy and Bruce are members of Third Christian Reformed Church of Zeeland. Nancy worked for many years in Holland as an...
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Nancy Norling Gasper
October 7, 1935 - January 16, 2020
Nancy Norling Gasper, age 84, passed away Thursday, January 16th, 2020 at Mercy Health Hospital in Muskegon.
Nancy was born and grew up in Chicago, IL. She earned a BS degree in Education from Southern Illinois University in 1956, and an MA degree in Education from Western Michigan University in 1965. Nancy began her career as an educator for the Marseilles Jr.-Sr. High School in Marseilles,...
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John A. Kozal
December 30, 1934 - January 16, 2020
John A. Kozal age 85, of Holland, died Thursday, January 16, 2020.
He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Evelyn; daughter, Kathy and Clarence Rietsema of Rockford and son, John Jr. and Rachael Kozal of Grand Rapids; 4 granddaughters, 2 grandsons, 7 great granddaughters and 2 great grandsons.
John retired from General Motors and following retirement drove school bus in the Holland area. A...
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River Rilley
September 9, 2019 - January 15, 2020
River Rilley, age 4 months, died on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
River was a perfect, happy, and beautiful little boy who loved his mom, dad, brother and sister; and was loved by everyone.
River is survived by his parents; Andrew and Sabrina Rilley; sister, Ella Rilley; brother, Asher Rilley; grandparents, Robert and Sonya Lalley; grandparents, Robert and Amy Rilley; aunt, Brittany Lalley...
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Lois Lamar
March 12, 1928 - January 15, 2020
Lois Lamar, 91, of Zeeland, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2020.
She was born March 12, 1928, in North Blendon, to John and Wilcy (Morren) Lamer, and was raised with her six siblings. Lois was a longtime member of First Reformed Church of Zeeland where she sang in the choir and served in the Ladies Aid Society. She worked for many years as an auditor at First Michigan Bank before her...
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Glen Hoekstra
September 11, 1927 - January 14, 2020
Norman Glen Hoekstra age 92
Glen Hoekstra passed away peacefully on January 14, 2020. Born on September 11, 1927 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Maynard and Christina Hoekstra.
He joined the Merchant Marines at age 18 and served in the United States Army from 1950-1952. He owned and operated Fillmore Beef Company in Holland, Michigan for many years. He was a loving and generous husband, father...
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Iva Mai
December 15, 1937 - January 13, 2020
Iva Mai, age 82, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, January 13, 2020.
She is survived by her daughter, Nancy and Randy Jongetjes; son, Garth Mai; grandson, Gordon Mai; sister, Florence and Bill Howe; and many cousins.
Funeral services are a 1:00 pm on Saturday, January 18 at Rusk Christian Reformed Church, 10354 92nd Ave., Allendale, MI 49401.
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Sidney Jongsma
April 29, 1951 - January 13, 2020
Sidney Jongsma, age 68, went to his forever home with Jesus on Monday, January 13, 2020.
Sidney was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. A man of faith and integrity. He was a very skilled carpenter with a love for flying. He became a pilot at the age of 19 and was building his own airplane prior to his illness.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Albert and Helen Jongsma and...
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Preston M Rooks
June 3, 1924 - January 12, 2020
Preston Rooks, age 95, of Holland, passed away Sunday, January 12, 2020 at Resthaven Care Center.
Preston was a member of Covenant Presbyterian Church and retired from Holland Motor Express after 15 years of employment.
Preston was preceded in death by his wife, Margaret; son, Rodger Rooks, grandchildren, Steven Nienhuis and Melissa Rooks; sisters, Ann Erickson, Margaret Arens and Dorothy...
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Jerry Hassevoort
April 28, 1956 - January 11, 2020
Jerry Hassevoort, age 63 of Zeeland passed away Saturday, January 11, 2020.
He is survived by his wife of 43 years Nancy; his children and grandchildren: Lisa and Rick Monroe (Sawyer, Ryann, Tristan and Malia), Tracy and Tom Dykstra (Deacon and Crew), Melissa and Tim Hassevoort-Vander Kooi (Kaylee) and Derek Hassevoort; his father Elmer Hassevoort; siblings: Dennis and Sandra Hassevoort and...
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William "Bill" Webb, Jr.
August 4, 1959 - January 10, 2020
William "Bill" Webb, Jr., age 60, of Holland, passed away Friday, January 10, 2020 at Spectrum Butterworth Hospital.
Bill enjoyed bowling, softball, and anything Hope College. In his younger years, Bill competed in the Special Olympics, where he won several medals. Bill graduated from the Ottawa Area Center and has worked at Wooden Shoe Restaurant for many years.
Bill was preceded in...
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Ron Edgerly
January 26, 1951 - January 10, 2020
Ron Edgerly, age 68 of Zeeland went home to be with is Lord and Savior Friday, January 10, 2020,
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Wanda; his children and grandchildren: Dan and Heather Edgerly (Maxton, Madelynn and Malachi) and Holly and Corey Kragt (Laker and Oakley) and his son-in-law Calvin Brower; brother Terry and Sue Edgerly; mother-in-law Joyce Branderhorst, sister-in-law Winola...
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David Dickerson
December 16, 1941 - January 10, 2020
David Dickerson, age 78 of Holland passed away peacefully Friday, January 10, 2020 at the Vista Springs Holland Meadows of dementia.
He is survived by his wife of 54 years Guyla; their son Steven J. and Amy Dickerson; his grandsons and great grandson: Thomas and Jodi Dickerson (Isaac) and Peter and Heather Dickerson; sisters-in-law: Janna and Richard Palmbos, Debra and Calvin Diekema and Dawn...
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Loren Vreeman
September 21, 1944 - January 10, 2020
Loren J. Vreeman, age 75, died on Friday, January 10, 2020.
Loren was a farmer through and through spending his retirement years in Irons, MI in the summer and traveling throughout the sunny states in the winter.
Loren was preceded in death by his brother; William Vreeman; and brother and sister-in-law, Sylvan (Andrea) Vreeman.
He is survived by his wife, Pat Vreeman; children, Tim and Amy...
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Thelma C. Haveman
April 18, 1930 - January 9, 2020
Thelma Haveman, age 89, of Holland, passed away Thursday, January 9, 2019 at Resthaven Care Center.
Thelma loved her children and devoted her life to them. She was a beautician in her early years and also loved bowling.
Thelma was preceded in death by her husband, Earl, in 1995; her sisters, Joyce Ramsey and Mildred Behrer; and her brother, Jarvis Ter Haar.
Thelma is survived by her:
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Anne Van Norden
May 30, 1929 - January 9, 2020
Anne Van Norden, 90, of Holland, passed away January 9, 2020.
Anne was born in Hull, Iowa, on May 30, 1929, to Onie and Sadie (De Boer) Aardema. The Aardema family moved to West Michigan and Anne graduated from Fremont High School. Anne raised her five children and she later married Henry Van Norden in 1974. Henry preceded her in death in 2003. Anne lived most of her adult life in the...
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Bernice Koeman
October 12, 1928 - January 8, 2020
Bernice N. (De Boer) Koeman, age 91 of Beaverdam, passed away Wednesday, January 8, 2020.
She is survived by her children: Robert and Marcia De Boer, Arloa and David Schout and Jack and Diane De Boer; grandchildren: Jacki and Steven Lichti, Scott and Angela De Boer, Joel and Jennifer Schout, Curtis and Krista Schout, Rex and Kristin Schout, Naomi and Bruce Gilde, Paul and Christy Schout,...
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Helen Overweg
March 24, 1927 - January 8, 2020
Helen Overweg, 92, of North Blendon, passed away on Wednesday, January 8, 2020.
Helen was born March 24, 1927, to Isaac and Ethel (Dill) Kramer. She graduated from Grandville High School, and in 1949 she married Gerald Overweg. Gerald and Helen raised their children on their family farm in North Blendon and they were longtime members of North Blendon Christian Reformed Church. At church...
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Ada Rillema
August 21, 1934 - January 8, 2020
Ada Rillema, age 85 of Beaverdam, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, January 8, 2020.
She is survived by her husband of 65 years, Harley; her children: Ken and Deb Rillema, Judy and Bob Meekhof, Larry and Gwen Rillema, Lee and Lisa Rillema, Ruth and Tim Meekhof and Diane and Ed Dreyer; grandchildren and great grandchildren: Jeremy and Amber Rillema (Tessa), Todd and Emilie Rillema, Shawn...
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Robert "Bob" Arendsen
April 11, 1933 - January 7, 2020
Robert "Bob" Arendsen age 86, of Zeeland, died Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at an area care center.
He was the son of Bert and Gertrude Arendsen and preceded in death by his first wife, Shirley in 2001 and wife Catherine in 2016, and a sister-in-law, Arlene Goorman-Hoek in 2019.
Bob was a veteran of the Army serving from 1953-1955 and then into the reserves for 8 years. He was a Civil...
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Ruth Boeskool
April 9, 1927 - January 7, 2020
Ruth A. Boeskool, age 92, of Holland, passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2020.
Ruth was born in Chicago on April 9, 1927. Her ability to pick up stakes, start again and make the best of a tough situation had its roots in her moving to California as a young girl during the depression years. There she married her first husband, lovingly raised her son David and went to college.
After a time...
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Joyce Ramsey
May 23, 1925 - January 4, 2020
Joyce Ramsey, age 94, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, January 4, 2020.
Joyce was a member of Calvin Christian Reformed Church (now known as the Foundation Church). She cared for foster children throughout her life and was loved by those who had the blessing of knowing her.
Joyce was preceded in death by her husband, H. Paul Ramsey in 1989; brother, Jarvie TerHaar, and...
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Hendrika (Reka) Knoll
April 23, 1922 - January 3, 2020
Hendrika (Reka) Dilling Knoll, age 97, of Holland, passed away Friday, January 3, 2020 at Resthaven Care Center.
Reka was a member of Maple Avenue Ministries and was preceded in death by her husband, Fred Knoll; sons, Corrie Knoll and Albert Knoll; son-in-law, Jerry Raak; and sisters, Anna Dilling and Janny Kraay both of the Netherlands.
Reka is survived by her daughters, Diane Raak and...
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Marvin H. Stadt
March 28, 1932 - January 2, 2020
Marvin Stadt, entered his heavenly home on Thursday, January 2, 2020. Marvin was born on March 28, 1932, the only child of John and Allie Stadt of East Saugatuck.
Marvin graduated from Holland High School in 1950, and married the love of his life, Julia Becksvoort, June 5, 1953.
Marvin was a member of Graafschap CRC and attended Men's Bible Study Fellowship. He served his church as elder,...
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Sandra Warren
November 23, 1950 - January 1, 2020
Sandra Warren, age 69, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
Sandra was well known as a horse trainer and her family owned Warren's Western Store. She was preceded in death by her parents, Raymond Warren and Ann Warren Erickson.
Sandra is survived by her aunts, uncles and cousins.
No services are planned. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery next to her parents. Memorial...
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Tena Klomp
May 5, 1928 - January 1, 2020
Tena Klomp, age 91 of Olive Center, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020 at American House.
She is survived by her children: Judy and Larry Le Poire, Randy and Val Klomp, Vonnie and Dwight Vander Zwaag, Sue and Mike Poel, Barb and Jerry Hassevoort; daughter-in-law Tammy Klomp; grandchildren: Jennifer and Shawn Joslyn, Becky and Rob Spykerman, Liz and Matt Anderson, Chris and Heather Le Poire...
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Rajean Schrotenboer
September 11, 1941 - January 1, 2020
Rajean Schrotenboer, age 78, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
She was preceded in death by her first husband, Gene Van Heukelom; son, Dan Van Heukelom; and Eugene's first wife, Helen Schrotenboer.
She is survived by her husband of 27 years, Eugene Schrotenboer; son, Bob (Denise) Van Heukelom; daughter-in-law, Annette Van Heukelom; daughter, Cindy (Thomas)...
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Lamonte "Monte" Fineout
June 10, 1929 - January 1, 2020
La Monte "Monte" Fineout, age 90 of Zeeland, passed away Wednesday, January 1, 2020.
Monte was born June 10, 1929, in Lansing, Michigan, to Richard and Rachel Fineout. He graduated from Sexton High School, and then married Joyce Busley in 1950. Monte and Joyce moved their family to the Holland/Zeeland area in 1960. Monte retired from First Michigan Bank after serving many years as a...
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Gary Hulst
May 4, 1947 - December 30, 2019
Gary Hulst, age 72 of Oakland, went home to be with his Lord and Savior unexpectedly Monday, December 30, 2019.
He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Bev; his children and grandchildren: Pam and Kurt Meeuwsen (Abbie and Blake), Brent and Jennifer Hulst (Katharine and Adela), Kim and Matthew Bolles (Coraline and Louise); sisters: Mary and Terry Genzink, Lila and Edgar Veinbergs, Ellen and...
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Richard De Graaf
July 16, 1946 - December 29, 2019
Richard De Graaf, 73, of Zeeland, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2019, at his home.
Rick was born in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to Evert and Wilma (Vander Wilk) De Graaf. Rick graduated from West Ottawa High School and served his country in the U.S. Navy during the Vietnam War. Rick met Linda Bowen and they married shortly after completing his naval service. Rick also started working for...
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Herbert Otten
August 9, 1930 - December 27, 2019
Herbert Otten age 89, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, December 27, 2019.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn and retired from Warner Lambert following 40 years of employment.
Herb was a member of Community Reformed Church.
He is survived by his children, Jack Otten, Barb (Ed) Plockmeyer, Deb (Rick) Austin, Sandy (Jim) Venlet, 10 grandchildren, 20...
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Jane Marie Cheyne
December 11, 1956 - December 25, 2019
Jane Marie Cheyne, age 63, of Springdale, Arkansas passed away on Wednesday, December 25, 2019 in Holland, Michigan.
Jane enjoyed music and shared her vocal and guitar talents with family and friends. She also loved to cook for others. Jane worked for Sam's Club (one of six female store managers nationally) and later at Applebee's. She was passionate about football, especially the University...
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Arloa Blauwkamp
December 25, 1926 - December 25, 2019
Arloa Ruth (Vanden Bosch) Blauwkamp, age 93 of Zeeland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Wednesday, December 25, 2019 on her 93rd birthday.
She is survived by her children: Dick and Bonnie Blauwkamp, Dave and Cindy Blauwkamp, Phyllis Ferl and Terry and Dyann Blauwkamp; 8 grandchildren and 14 great grandchildren; sisters-in-law: Ruth and Pete Terpstra and Lucy Blauwkamp.
Arloa was...
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Joyce E. Barnes
November 29, 1934 - December 24, 2019
Joyce Elaine (Rulison) Barnes, 85 years young, passed away at home the morning of Christmas Eve, 2019, after a long battle with dementia. She left this world peacefully surrounded by family.
Born in Lansing, Joyce retired from K-Mart/Okemos in 1996. She enjoyed friends, word puzzles, camping with family, Broadway shows and music festivals.
Joyce was preceded in death by her husband and best...
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Michael "Mike" Machiele
February 6, 1978 - December 23, 2019
Michael Machiele, 41, of Dorr, formerly of Zeeland, died Monday, December 23, 2019.
Michael was born in Zeeland to Richard and Peggy (Sterken) Machiele. He graduated from Zeeland High School and worked as a truck mechanic. He married Tamara Klunder in 2004 and they have three sons.
He is survived by his wife Tamara, sons: Brent Machiele, Jordan Machiele, Kyle Machiele; his parents...
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Jean Galien
July 5, 1931 - December 22, 2019
Jean Galien, age 88, of Holland, passed away Sunday, December 22, 2019 at St. Mary's Mercy Hospital in Grand Rapids.
Jean was a member of Fellowship Reformed Church where she had served as an Elder, and former member of Maple Avenue Christian Reformed Church. Jean retired from nursing in 1996 from Holland Hospital after 32 years. She was lovingly devoted to her husband and family, steadfast in...
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Duane Brink
November 12, 1934 - December 21, 2019
Duane Brink, age 85 of Zeeland went home to be with his Lord and Savior Saturday, December 21, 2019.
Duane was born on November 12, 1934 to Pete and Delia Brink. He was preceded in death by his parents, sister Nola Cotts and granddaughter Audrey Meeuwsen.
Duane worked at Hart & Cooley until he retired in 2000. He was an avid hobby farmer who also loved spending time in his garden and...
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Joe Cross
October 3, 1942 - December 20, 2019
Joe Edd Cross passed away suddenly at the age of 77 in Naples, FL.
He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Margaret Kay (Kaper) Cross of Hamilton, MI; his daughter, Marka Jo (Cross) Steensma and her husband, Matthew Richard Steensma of Byron Center, MI; his two grandchildren, Jackson Joseph Steensma and Margaret Fayth Steensma. He is preceded in death by his sister, Annetta Cross. He is...
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Berwin J. De Roo
February 11, 1948 - December 20, 2019
Berwin De Roo, age 71, of Zeeland, loving father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away Friday, December 20, 2019.
He is survived by his children: Bruce (Amy) De Roo, Dawn (Ted) Vander Kooi, Valerie (Brent) Leegwater, Mark (Michelle) De Roo; 20 grandchildren: Amber (Jeremy) Rillema, Alyssa (Matt) Visser, Bryce De Roo, Kaitlyn (Tim) Arendsen, Nick Vander Kooi, Seth Vander Kooi, Sarah...
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Rita Tubergen
September 1, 1956 - December 17, 2019
Rita Tubergen, 63, of Holland, passed away Tuesday, December 17, 2019.
Rita was born in Holland on September 1, 1956, to Raymond and Alice (Prince) Tubergen. Rita graduated from Holland Christian High School in 1974 and worked for many years running a daycare from her home. She was preceded in death by her parents Raymond and Alice, and her step-mother Alma (Van Kampen) Tubergen.
She...
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Dale Dewitt
January 12, 1957 - December 16, 2019
Dale Robert Dewitt, age 62 of Holland passed away unexpectedly Monday, December 16, 2019.
He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Darlene; his siblings: Jeff and Ellen Dewitt of Marquette MI, Rick and Connie Dewitt of Watertown WI, Tim and Mary Dewitt of Holland, Steve Dewitt of Hulbert MI, Sandy and Brian Kalbflesich of Gwinn MI, mother-in-law Opal Gambrel; father-in-law Jim Stephenson;...
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Charles William Gallup
August 10, 1997 - December 13, 2019
Charles William Gallup, age 22, of West Olive, passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, December 13, 2019.
Charles was born in Holland, Michigan to Christopher and Kimberly Gallup. He graduated from West Ottawa High School in 2016 and was currently a Junior at Grand Valley State University. Charles was a people person, kind hearted and loving and just fun to be around…he lived life to the...
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Mary Nykamp
July 16, 1920 - December 12, 2019
Mary Nykamp, age 99 of Zeeland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Thursday, December 12, 2019.
She is survived by her children: Judy and Earl Mokma, Norma and Henry Viening, Bill and Mary Nykamp, Garry and Beth Nykamp, Sandy and Jim Van Dragt, Phyllis Nykamp and Linda and Mark Molewyk; 13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and 2 great great grandchildren; sisters-in-law: Minnie Van...
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Nellie Jean Williams
June 14, 1936 - December 9, 2019
Nellie "Jean" Williams (Fischer) was born in Muskegon, Michigan on June 14, 1936 and died peacefully with the love of her family on December 9, 2019 at 83 years old.
Jean was the second born of four children and graduated from Muskegon High School in 1954. Afterwards, she worked as a bank teller. In 1956 she married her high school sweetheart, Bruce Williams, after he returned from serving...
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Diana Kay Bannach
February 1, 1945 - December 9, 2019
Diana Bannach, 74, of Zeeland, passed away on Monday, December 9, 2019.
Diana was born February 1, 1945, in Holland, Michigan, to Arthur and Evelyn (Paris) Bushee. Diana graduated from South Haven High School and later met Tom Bannach. Tom and Diana married February 29, 1964, and they raised their family in Holland. Diana worked for many years in office administration and retired from...
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Carolyn J. Taylor
January 23, 1949 - December 5, 2019
Carolyn Taylor age 70, of Hamilton, died Thursday, December 5, 2019 at St Mary's Hospital in Grand Rapids.
She was the daughter of the late Robert and Jean Louise Gazella and a member of Hamilton Baptist Church.
Carolyn is survived by her husband of 35 years, Mike Taylor; children, Michael and Rebecca DeBaar of Allendale, Jeff and Kristy DeBaar of Knoxville, TN, Lisa and Jeff Smith of...
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Minnie Sloothaak
November 2, 1927 - December 1, 2019
Minnie Sloothaak age 92, of Hamilton, died Sunday, December 1, 2019 at her home.
She was as member of Haven Reformed Church in Hamilton and was preceded in death by her husband, Corwin Sloothaak and a daughter-in-law, Laurie Sloothaak.
Minnie is survived by her children, Kay and Dave Bakker of Hamilton, Gary Sloothaak of Dorr, Lucy and Kim Busscher of Holland, Dan and Marlene Sloothaak of...
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Jenette Hernandez
August 24, 1964 - November 28, 2019
Jenette Hernandez, 55, of Pullman, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
Jenette was born August 24, 1964, in Zeeland, to Raymond and Lu Dean Arnold. Jenette went to Zeeland High School and later married Antonio Hernandez. Jenette and Tony were proud parents and grandparents. They raised four daughters, a son, and they adored their grandchildren. Jenette especially loved camping with...
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Robert Nanninga
August 8, 1932 - November 28, 2019
Robert D. Nanninga, age 87, of Holland, passed away on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
Bob was born August 8, 1932, in Kalamazoo. After graduation he served in the Marine Corps, during the Korean War, and was awarded the Purple Heart.
He married his high school sweetheart, Elizabeth Van Eyk, on May 29, 1953. After graduation from WMU, he taught in Indiana and Holland. In 1964, he and Betty...
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Dorothy Van Dort
January 7, 1925 - November 27, 2019
Dorothy Van Voorst Van Dort died November 27, 2019 safe in the arms of God. Dorothy lived in Zeeland most of her life and the past year resided at Meridian Acres in Sanford, Michigan near her family. She was preceded in death by her husband, Paul, and her grandson Jeffrey Mark Van Dort. She is survived by two sons Mark (Bernice) and Paul C. (Heidi). Also, by three granddaughters: Christa Nehs ...
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Randall DeWaard
May 13, 1955 - November 27, 2019
Randall DeWaard, age 64, died unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 27, 2019.
Randall worked at Fogg Filler for over 40 years and lived in Holland his entire life.
Randall was preceded in death by his father, Roger DeWaard.
He is survived by his daughter, Melissa (Kendall) Zeerip; son, Eric (Stacie) DeWaard; grandchildren, Damien DeWaard, Colin DeWaard, Hannah DeWaard; mother, Joyce...
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Eunice Boer
April 26, 1938 - November 27, 2019
Eunice Boer, 81, of Borculo, passed away on Wednesday, November 27, 2019, at her home.
Eunice was born in Lansing, Illinois, to Donald and Alice (Smith) Vander Weide. She graduated from Illiana Christian High School and later married Peter Boer. Eunice and Pete worked in many jobs over their lives, but they were always farming. They raised their eight children in Lansing, IL, Loveland, CO,...
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Dennis Joseph Bull
June 6, 1946 - November 25, 2019
Dennis Joseph Bull, age 73, of Zeeland went home to be with his Lord and Savior Monday, November 25, 2019.
He is survived by his wife of 45 years Kathy; his children: Reverend Nathaniel (Starr) Bull, Joy (Micah) Voter, Kristopher (Beth) Bull, Jordan Bull, Lindsay (Henry) Cherry, Katelyn Bull, Lauren Bull; 17 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; siblings: Catherine (Bob) Tift, Dean (Sandi)...
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James H. Huisingh
March 19, 1939 - November 24, 2019
James Harlo Huisingh, 80, Holland, Michigan died on Sunday, November 24, 2019 from complications of Parkinson's disease.
Jim was born on March 19, 1939 to Herman and Susie Huisingh in Westfield, North Dakota. He graduated from Strasburg High School and served in the Army from 1957-1959. He was based in Honolulu, Hawaii and received an honorable discharge. Following his military duties, he...
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Clariss Van Doornik
October 11, 1922 - November 24, 2019
Clariss Van Doornik, age 97, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2019.
Clariss was born in Fremont to Jake and Gertrude Bowman on October 11, 1922. She moved to Hamilton, Michigan in her 20's where she operated a variety store with her sister, Della. Soon after moving to Hamilton, she met her husband, Marvin. They married in 1951. Together, they owned and operated the Hamilton Food Center...
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Frieda Lugten
November 8, 1919 - November 22, 2019
Frieda Lugten, age 100 of Hamilton, passed away on Friday, November 22, 2019.
She is survived by her children: Jerry and Fern Lugten, Ellen and Lloyd Kaper, and Kathy and Dick Schipper; grandchildren and great-grandchildren; Becca Lugten, Jill Lugten (Emily), Wendy and Cort Langeland (Grace, Gabe, and Andrew), Stephanie and Seth Kaper-Dale (Sena, Leah, and Cora), Abby and Kyle Bigford (Brian,...
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Gordon Breuker
January 18, 1930 - November 22, 2019
Gordon Breuker, age 89, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 22, 2019.
Gordon was a loving, kind and grace-filled man who adored his wife, Patricia for over 59 years. He was a good example to his children and grandchildren who all shared a mutual love of one another. He was a role model who knew right from wrong. Throughout his life, he owned his own machine shop, developed...
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Keaton Kroll
August 23, 2003 - November 16, 2019
Keaton Kroll, age 16 of Zeeland, passed away unexpectedly while playing indoor soccer Saturday, November 16, 2019 after a wonderful day spent with his family and friends.
He is survived by his parents Kurt and Danielle Kroll; his siblings: Emerson Kroll and Aidan Kroll; grandparents: Allyn and Betty Kroll and Don and Carol Romeyn; aunts and uncles: Keith and Lori Kroll, Kyle and Amy Kroll, Sue...
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Vivian May Rooks
January 16, 1929 - November 16, 2019
Vivian May Rooks age 90, of Holland, died Saturday, November 16, 2019 at an area care center.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Lester Rooks in 2007.
She was a charter member of Bethany Christian Reformed Church and worked for Resthaven, Inc. for many years.
Vivian is survived by her sons, Allan and Gail Rooks of Holland, Daryl and Debra Rooks of Zeeland, grandchildren, Rebecca...
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Lucia Kesner
November 15, 2011 - November 15, 2019
Lucia Raegan Kesner, our courageous Warrior of Light, took her very first steps into the Kingdom of Heaven on her 8th birthday at 4:31pm on Friday, November 15th, 2019.
Lucia was diagnosed with a rare and terminal disease called Mucolipidosis Type II, also known as I-Cell disease. It is a debilitating and medically compromising genetic disorder, with no known cure and many children lose their...
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Margie Koetje
December 29, 1932 - November 12, 2019
Margie Koetje, age 86, of Zeeland, passed away Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at the Royal Atrium Inn in Zeeland.
Margie graduated from Northern Michigan Christian High School and was a member of Third Christian Reformed Church in Zeeland. She worked at Bosgraaf Greenhouse for many years and was an active volunteer at her church and at Paradise Bound Ministries. She was also a mentor for Revival...
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Mollie Sue Hilbink
December 23, 1947 - November 11, 2019
Mollie Sue Hilbink, age 71, of Holland, died Monday, November 11, 2019 at her daughter's home.
She was born in Holland on December 23, 1947 and lived in the Holland area her entire life.
Mollie is survived by her children, Terry Allen James, Jr. of Holland, Jennifer Marie Woltman and son-in-law, Charles King of Holland; sister, Mary Lynn Cobb of Holland; and nephews.
A private viewing...
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Charlotte Klaasen
September 18, 1933 - November 10, 2019
Charlotte Klaasen, age 86 of Zeeland, passed away Sunday, November 10, 2019.
She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Jay; her children: Roger and Kim Klaasen, Marlene and Chuck Dreyer, Vern and Joanne Klaasen, Jan and Curt Vande Polder and Arlyn and Cari Klaasen; 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren: sister: Marilyn Fish; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law: Leon and Alice Klaasen,...
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Anthony "Tony" Speet
September 27, 1919 - November 10, 2019
Anthony "Tony" Speet, age 100, of Holland, died Sunday, November 10, 2019 and is now in the arms of his Heavenly Father.
He was preceded in death by a grandson, Brantly Speet and siblings Gerald, Herm, Marvin, John, Barb Kopenaal, Adriana Wecker, Maxine Speet, Cleo Jerding, Robert, Ken.
Tony was a lifelong member of Fourth Reformed Church and was a veteran of WWII, serving in the Army as a...
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Jim T. Maccune II
November 17, 1947 - November 9, 2019
Jim T. Maccune II, 71, of Zeeland, passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019.
Jim was born in Missouri on November 17, 1947, to Jim and Wanita Maccune. Jim served his country in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He worked for 40 years as truck driver before his retirement. He is survived by children and grandchildren who loved him dearly.
A graveside service with military honors will...
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Lavina Schipper
July 6, 1922 - November 9, 2019
Lavina Schipper, age 97 of Zeeland passed away Saturday, November 9, 2019.
She is survived by her children: Bonnie and Gary Meiste and Terry Schipper: grandchildren and great grandchildren: Ross Meiste, Jill and Jordan Emmick (Declan, Graysen, Lennon and Lincoln), Amanda and Corey Nagelkirk (Cameron, Carter and Cashton), Ashley and Nick Howe (Mason and Austin), Alyssa and Josiah Walcott ...
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Lola De Roo
April 1, 1948 - November 8, 2019
Lola De Roo, age 71 of Zeeland, loving wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother passed away Friday, November 8, 2019.
She is survived by her husband of 51 years, Berwin; her children: Bruce and Amy De Roo, Dawn and Ted Vander Kooi, Valerie and Brent Leegwater, Mark and Michelle De Roo; 20 grandchildren: Amber and Jeremy Rillema, Alyssa and Matt Visser, Bryce De Roo, Kaitlyn and Tim...
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Preston Bontekoe
March 8, 1939 - November 7, 2019
Preston Bontekoe, age 80, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2019.
Preston was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. He provided for his family well and they appreciated his wisdom. His basement was his favorite place. He served his country as a Marine from 1958-1961. He was a member of Fellowship Reformed Church.
He is preceded in death by his daughter, Kimberly...
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Frederik "Fred" Moederzoon
January 16, 1935 - November 4, 2019
Frederik P. Moederzoon, age 84, of Caledonia, died Monday, November 4, 2019 at American House in Kentwood.
He retired from Herman Miller following many years of employment.
He was preceded in death by a sister, Wil Moederzoon, his parents and parents-in-law.
Fred is survived by his wife, Sophia "Fia"; children, Kim McClain and Matt Nieboer of Hudsonville, Dwayne Moederzoon of Shelbyville...
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Erwin "Erk" Mast
December 1, 1932 - November 4, 2019
Erwin "Erk" Mast, age 86 of Zeeland passed away Monday, November 4, 2019.
He is survived by his wife of 63 years Alnora; her children: Scott (Nancee) Mast, Pam (Cal) Boeve and Sandy (Mike) North; grandchildren: April and Pete VanVolkinburg, Dan Mast, Emilee and Joe Mally, Katie Scott, Josh and Jessica DeJong, Kendra Kulier, Lexi and Mitch Schutter, Braden North, step grandchildren: Meagan...
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Nellene Keen
October 16, 1923 - November 3, 2019
Nellene (Morren) Keen, 96 of Holland went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 3, 2019. Nellene was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard J. Keen, sons-in-law: Ronald Hooey, Darrell Wheeler, and grandson Matthew Scott Johnson. Nellene was an exceptional woman, devoted to her faith and family.
She will lovingly be remembered by her three daughters and son-in-law: ...
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Eilene "Ike" Caauwe
August 27, 1936 - November 2, 2019
Eilene "Ike" Caauwe, age 83, of Holland, passed away Saturday, November 2, 2019 at Appledorn Assisted Living Center.
Eilene was a member of Maplewood Reformed Church and along with her husband, Bob, enjoyed auctioning and collecting antique lamps. The most important things in her life were her grandchildren and her yard.
Eilene was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, Robert, on...
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John Bruursema
August 1, 1936 - November 2, 2019
John Bruursema, 83, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, November 2, 2019.
John was born August 1, 1936, in Holland, to John and Pearl (Borgman) Bruursema. John graduated from Zeeland High School and later married Mary Lou Faber. John played on the Zeeland High football team, and he crowned Mary Lou the queen of the Zeeland High Homecoming Court. John and Mary Lou...
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Allen Dale Angell
February 17, 1930 - November 1, 2019
Allen Dale Angell Sr., age 89, passed away on Friday, November 1, 2019.
He was born in Petoskey, MI to Allen Clifford and Lorraine (Madsen) Angell on February 17, 1930. He graduated from Harbor Springs High School in 1948 and from Michigan State University in December 1952. He served in the United States Air Force from March 1953 – September 1957 as a pilot, reaching the rank of Captain. He...
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Rika Nyeboer
December 13, 1921 - October 31, 2019
Rika Nyeboer, age 97, of Zeeland, entered into her heavenly home on Thursday, October 31, 2019.
Rika was born to Hendrik and Egberdina Goosselink on December 13, 1921 in Vriezenveen, Netherlands. After marrying John Nyeboer in January of 1949, the newlyweds immigrated to the United States in April of the same year.
Rika and John built a home in Hamilton, MI. They attended Hamilton Reformed...
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Roger W Vanden Bosch
November 12, 1928 - October 31, 2019
Roger Vanden Bosch, age 90, of Zeeland, passed away Thursday, October 31, 2019 at Zeeland Hospital.
Roger was a charter member of Community Reformed Church where he served on various committees including as an Elder, Deacon, Treasurer and Vice-President of Consistory.
His work life included Parts Supervisor at John Kole Garage, General Electric and jobs at the pool hall and insurance sales....
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Earl "Webb" Dalman
July 30, 1929 - October 30, 2019
Earl "Webb" Dalman, age 90, passed away on Wednesday, October 30, 2019.
Webb was preceded in death by his son earlier this week, Clif Dalman.
He is survived by his wife of 71 years, Joyce; children, Ron (Joyce) Dalman, Mark (Linda) Dalman, Linda (Paul) Boerman, Earl (Jan) Dalman; Neal (Jodi) Dalman; daughter-in-law, Brenda Dalman; 23 grandchildren, 36 great-grandchildren, 15 great great...
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Reverend Alvin Yates
February 20, 1943 - October 30, 2019
Reverend Alvin Yates, age 76 of Hamilton, faithful servant of God passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019, surrounded by his family.
He is survived by his wife of 56 years Eileen; his children: Angela Vandewarker (Jim), Andrew Yates (April), Anthony Yates, Justin Yates; grandchildren: Jessica Vandewarker, Joshua and Sarah Vandewarker, Jacob Yates, Austin Yates, Madison Yates, London Yates,...
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Lorene R. Geurink
January 17, 1936 - October 30, 2019
Lorene Geurink age 83, of Holland, died Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at an area care center.
She was a member of Niekerk Christian Reformed Church and worked for Russ' Commissary for 17 years.
She was preceded in death by her son, Sherwin Geurink, and a grandson, Arlyn Geurink.
Lorene is survived by her husband of 62 years, Alvin; daughter, Sandy and Mark Hoffman of Hamilton; Daughter-in...
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Beecher E. Childress
May 5, 1932 - October 30, 2019
Beecher Childress, age 87, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2019 at his home.
Beecher was a member of the New Vision Church, and retired from Holland Hitch/SAF after 28 years of employment. He was preceded in death by his wife, Donna Mae, in 1973; and daughter, Norma Auwema in 2005.
Beecher is survived by his:
Children
Sandy (Kim) Schuck of Zeeland
Fred (Angie) Childress...
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Joshua De Gram
October 22, 1983 - October 28, 2019
Joshua J. DeGram, 36, of Jenison, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 28, 2019.
Joshua was born in Grand Haven on October 22, 1983. He graduated from Grand Haven High School in 2002. Josh graduated from Grand Valley State University with a software engineering degree and was working at Dominion Systems as a software developer. He married Kerri Lanning on September 13, 2008, and...
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Philip Lemmen
May 8, 1946 - October 28, 2019
Philip Lemmen , age 73, passed into the loving arms of His Savior on Monday, October 28, 2019.
He leaves behind his beloved wife of 52 years, Sharon (Nienhuis); daughter, Hope VandenTop (Marcel) of Holland; son, Chad Lemmen (Jessica) of Holland; son, Scott Lemmen (Tolly) of Grand Rapids; beloved grandchildren, Elyssa and Gavin VandenTop. Also survived by Dylan and Sara Henson. He is also...
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Sandra (Wieghmink) Zuniga
May 21, 1944 - October 26, 2019
Sandra (Wieghmink) Zuniga, age 75 of Zeeland passed away Saturday, October 26, 2019.
She is survived by her husband of 52 years Tomas; her children and grandchildren: Anna and Jon Pavlin (Zachary, Tyler and Kendra), Tomas Jr. and Heidi Zuniga (Will, Max and Tess); brother Del Wieghmink; sister-in-law Liz Villanueva and several nieces and nephews.
Sandy was preceded in death by her parents...
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Eleanor M. Borr
March 8, 1934 - October 24, 2019
Eleanor Borr, 85, went to meet her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 24, 2019.
She was born in Zeeland on March 8, 1934 to Frank and Margaret Hoogland and was preceded in death by her parents, a son, David J. Borr and brother, John Hoogland.
Eleanor was a charter member of Christ Memorial Church where she served in the music program for 50 years as organist, pianist and member of the...
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Warren Thomas Sanger
March 26, 1985 - October 23, 2019
Warren Thomas Sanger, age 34 of Zeeland passed away Wednesday, October 23, 2019.
A graveside service will be held at 4 p.m. Monday, October 28, 2019 at Ridgeview Memorial Gardens, 5151 8th Ave., Grandville, MI 49418. www.yntemafh.com
Eulogy written by Warren's sister:
We are gathered here today in the memory of my brother Warren Thomas Sanger. So that together we may acknowledge and...
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Carolyn Boer
March 4, 1931 - October 22, 2019
Carolyn Boer, age 88, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, October 22, 2019.
Carolyn was a dedicated single mother who faithfully raised her 4 children. She was a welcoming and generous grandmother who enjoyed a good card game and hard laughter. She worked for Lifesavers for 20+ years and after retirement worked for Resthaven Maplewoods in the kitchen. She was a member...
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Laura (Compagner) Vander Poppen
March 11, 1920 - October 20, 2019
Laura (Compagner) Vander Poppen, 99, of Holland, formerly of the Zeeland area passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2019, at Resthaven-Janssen Cottage.
Laura was born in Oakland on March 11, 1920, one of twelve children of Arthur and Jennie Compagner. In 1943, Laura married Donald Vander Poppen whom she dearly loved. Donald, like most young American men, was serving in the U.S. Armed Forces...
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Carol Vander Hooning
October 26, 1927 - October 19, 2019
Carol Vander Hooning, of Hudsonville, MI went home to her Lord on Saturday, October 19, preceded by husband Robert (2010) and brother Rev. Paul DeVries (2000).
She was born in Grand Rapids on October 26, 1927, to Fred and Anne (nee Lugers) DeVries. Carol was an active member of New Community Church. She enjoyed Sunday evening hymn sings around the piano, bike rides with grandchildren and...
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Charles F Rohr
November 2, 1932 - October 18, 2019
Charles Fredrick Rohr of Holland, MI passed away on Friday, October 18, 2019.
Charles was born in Newton, IL on November 2, 1932 to George A. and Ruth M. (Staley) Rohr, and moved with his family to MI in 1943. He was the eldest of 7 children and the father of 8, and many knew him over the years as Charlie, Chuck or Fred.
Charles is survived by 3 siblings and 7 children.
Chuck was an...
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Walter J Pyka, Jr.
November 19, 1951 - October 17, 2019
Walter J. Pyka, Jr., age 67, of West Olive, unexpectedly passed away Thursday, October 17, 2019 at his home.
Walt was known as "Dance Dad" to his extended dance family at Dance Central Dance Company. He loved riding his Goldwing motorcycle and all things Disney. He was famous among his friends and family for his delicious homemade french fries. Walt also worked at West Ottawa Public Schools...
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