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Dale Victor Bockheim

May 10, 1955 - June 14, 2013

BOCKHEIM – Dale Victor Bockheim, age 58, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Friday, June 14, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Norma Bockheim and his son, Michael Bockheim. He will be lovingly remembered by his sons, Jeremy and Jamie Bockheim and Matthew and Amanda Bockheim; grandchildren, Taylor, Trent, Marlee, Ryanne, and Bryson; brothers, Dan and Linda Bockheim...
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Charles Richard Miller

July 13, 1938 - June 13, 2013

MILLER Mr. Charles Richard Miller, age 74, passed away Thursday, June 13, 2013. Charlie was born July 13, 1938 to Charles and Frances (Burnans) Miller. He liked to play golf and go bowling, and especially enjoyed his grandchildren. He is survived by his beloved companion, Trisha Graverson, and her children and grandchildren. He will also be missed by his sons and step-daughter, William ...
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Charlene Mae Buys

May 17, 1928 - June 12, 2013

BUYS-Charlene Mae Buys left the struggles of this life and went home to be with Jesus Christ, her Lord and Savior. She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Mary Buys and sister Hilda Buys. She will be lovingly remembered by her sisters, Marie Rillema, Leona Den Besten and her twin sister Charlotte (Gene) Rillema and many nieces and nephews. Private funeral services were held at the...
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Charles Parm

April 16, 1918 - June 12, 2013

PARM- Charles Parm, age 95 of Grandville, Jesus took him to Heaven to be with Him on Wednesday, June 12, 2013. He was born April 16, 1918. Charles was preceded in death by his wife, Grace and will be greatly missed by his children Jon (Mary) Parm, Mary (Tim) Charbonneau and Jim (Jean) Parm; seven grandchildren; 8 great grandchildren and sisters-in-law Anne Geers and Betty (Cliff) Burgess. ...
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Nathaniel Edward Coffman

September 9, 1969 - June 11, 2013

COFFMAN Nathaniel Edward Coffman, age 43, went to be with his Lord, Tuesday, June 11, 2013. Our Beloved Son, Brother and Uncle is gone too soon. Nathan will be lovingly remembered by his parents Arthur and Trena "Joyce" Coffman; his brothers, Pastor Arthur "Joe" (Sandra) Coffman, Mark (Karla) Coffman, Thomas (Kristi) Coffman, Dr. Jonathan (Jeanie) Coffman, Timothy (Tanya) Coffman, Aaron ...
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Richard "Rick" Sullivan

January 24, 1958 - June 11, 2013

SULLIVAN Richard "Rick" Forrest Sullivan, age 55, of Grand Rapids, MI was welcomed into Heaven on Tuesday afternoon, June 11, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his family and one of his closest friends. He was born January 24, 1958 in Selena, KS and was the son of the James Michael and Shirley Irene (Sytsma) Sullivan. Rick was first and foremost a family man, a loving husband and devoted...
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Winifred Dreyer (Kape)

July 26, 1922 - June 11, 2013

DREYER Winifred Dreyer (Kape) age 90 went to be with her Lord, Tuesday, June 11, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband John Dreyer; parents Henry and Grace Kape; siblings Mildred Duimstra, Elaine Hartman. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Bruce (Mary) Dreyer, Dale (Sha) Dreyer; grandchildren Heather (Nathan) Noah, Sean Dreyer; great-grandchild Autumn Noah; Brother Edward...
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Ruth E. Van Dam

July 27, 1923 - June 11, 2013

VAN DAM Ruth E. Van Dam (Oelke), age 89, of Grandville, originally of Milwaukee, WI, went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, June 11, 2013. She was preceded in death by her sister, Norma Oelke, her infant son, Bobby, and grandson, Coty Ricord Gabourie. She is survived by her loving husband of 66 years, Harry; her daughters, Janet (Dennis) Ricord and Jean (Richard) Kruizenga; her 6 grandchildren,...
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Margaret "Peggy" Male

May 4, 1972 - June 8, 2013

MALE Margaret "Peggy" Male (Honeysett) age 41 went to be with her Lord, Saturday, June 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father-in-law Jonathan Daniel Male. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Jon Male; children Tyler and Allison Male; daughter of Paul and Mary Honeysett; sister Carrie (Curtis) Breuer; mother-in-law Merry Male; in-laws Christine (Bob) Deweerd, Rachel (Brent)...
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Cornelius (Neal) Vanden Band, Jr.

May 24, 1927 - June 6, 2013

VANDEN BAND Mr. Cornelius (Neal) Vanden Band Jr., age 86, passed away Thursday, June 6, 2013. Neal was born May 24, 1927 to Cornelius and Jennie (VanderSloot) Vanden Band Sr. He was preceded in death by his wife, Alvina Vanden Band. Surviving are his children, Marc (Pauline) Vanden Band, Heide (Jim) Kemink, and James Vanden Band; six grandchildren; two great grandchildren; and his...
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Rose B. Murray

April 4, 1936 - June 6, 2013

MURRAY (HOSKINS) Rose B. Murray, age 77, went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Thursday, June 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, John S. Murray II; her parents, James R. and Elsie Atwood; her siblings, Bill and Bob Atwood, Mildred Ross and Goldie Witte; and her infant daughter, Wilma Bernice Murray. Rose will be lovingly remembered by her sons, John S. (Karen)...
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Mary Rosina Selvig (Restall)

September 29, 1946 - June 5, 2013

SELVIG-Mary Rosina Selvig (nee Restall), age 66, of North Dorr, passed away Wednesday, June 5, 2013 surrounded by her family and is at peace with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her husband Terry, her parents Ernest and Margaret Doyle Restall; her brothers James and Ernest Restall; granddaughter Lena; her mother and father-in-law Juanita and Albert Selvig and brothers-in-law Ronnie Selvig...
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Betty Ann Brown

February 19, 1939 - June 3, 2013

BROWN Mrs. Betty Ann Brown, age 74, passed away Monday, June 3, 2013 and joins her husband, Lyle, and their son, Brandon in Heaven. She is survived by her daughter, Linnea Brown, and her granddaughter, Linden Brown. Also surviving are four sisters, and one brother, and many special friends. Betty's memorial service will be held Sunday, 5 PM at the Cook Memorial Chapel (east building),...
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Harold Jay Shuck

April 19, 1953 - June 3, 2013

SHUCK Mr. Harold Jay Shuck, age 60, passed away Monday, June 3, 2013. Jay was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Dorothy (Sarbar) Shuck, his brother, James Shuck, and his brother-in-law, Bert Hulst. Surviving are his children, Brandon (Michelle) Shuck, and Ashley (Casey) Baumbach; grandson, Weston Baumbach, sisters and brother, Pat Hulst, Cheryl (David) Johns, and Scott Shuck;...
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Eugene "Gene" Davis

August 12, 1938 - June 2, 2013

DAVIS Eugene "Gene" Davis, age 74, passed away, Sunday, June 2, 2013, at his home. Gene will be lovingly remembered by his children, Mark (Joanna) Bos, Nanette (Jerry) Casha, Yvonne (Ralph) Gonzalez; his step-children; his best friend and significant other, Dorothy Rowe and her children; his brother, Aldo Davis; and many grandchildren and great grandchildren. Geno was a member of many...
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Merle D. Ulberg

November 3, 1926 - May 31, 2013

ULBERG-Merle D. Ulberg age 86 of Byron Center, went to be with the Lord Saturday, May 31, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Clarence and Verna Ulberg; and his two brothers Crannel and Kenneth. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Barb; his daughters, Lynn (Fred) Hascher, Susan (Bob) Burton, Pat (Wayne) Snyder; son-in-law Craig (Debbie) Mulligan; his 7 grandchildren, Jodi (Matt...
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Lorraine Marie Reahm

November 25, 1925 - May 31, 2013

REAHM – Lorraine Marie Reahm, age 87, of Grandville, went to be with her Lord and Savior on May 31, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Robert, daughter, Danny Marie, an infant son, and great granddaughter Ashley. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Jonathan Reahm, Richard (Gloria) Reahm, Theodore (Sue) Reahm, and Don Reahm; grandchildren Matt (Tonya) Reahm, Chris ...
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Catherine Jacoba DeGraaf

September 17, 1921 - May 31, 2013

DEGRAAF (BOMGAARS) Catherine Jacoba DeGraaf, age 91, went to be with her Lord, Friday, May 31, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Evert DeGraaf; her sons, Ronald and Steven DeGraaf; and her brothers, Gary, Marinus, Arie and Nick Bomgaars. Kay will be lovingly remembered by her children, Bob Sr. (Corinne) DeGraaf, Linda (Don) Koster, Sandra (James) Demkovich, Jim (Lynda) DeGraaf...
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Denise Mina Picardat (Nichols)

September 22, 1965 - May 29, 2013

PICARDAT (NICHOLS) Denise Mina Picardat 9/22/65 - 5/29/13 After a courageous 2 plus year battle with pancreatic cancer, the Lord called his lovely daughter to eternal life. During this battle Denise touched so many lives and was an inspiration to everyone who knew & loved her. This includes all her friends at Kelloggsville Public Schools especially her friends and colleagues at the Middle...
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Rosetta Richmond Shipley

September 2, 1923 - May 26, 2013

SHIPLEY Rosetta Richmond Shipley (nee Bottrall), age 89 of Cape Coral, Florida formerly of Grandville, passed away May 26, 2013. She was preceded in death by parents Bill and Gertrude Bottrall; her husbands, Jay Richmond in 1965 and James Shipley in 2002, her brothers Bernie and Charles Bottrall and her grandson Ryan Richmond. She is survived by her children, Bill (Sharon) Richmond, Jim (Carol...
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John F. Ewald

July 17, 1940 - May 25, 2013

EWALD John F. Ewald, age 72, went to be with his Lord, Saturday, May 25, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Martin and Margaret Ewald; brother Martin Ewald Jr. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Tom (Jackie) Ewald, Bill (Debbie) Ewald and Mary (Jack) Reynolds; many nieces and nephews. John loved his country and proudly served in the U.S. Army for over 15 years. ...
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Christopher James Ramsey

December 27, 2012 - May 21, 2013

RAMSEY Baby Christopher James Ramsey, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, May 21, 2013. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents Melissa and Brandon Ramsey. Visitation with the family will be held from 2 - 4pm and 6 - 8pm, Friday, May 24, 2013 at Cook Funeral Home (West Building) 4235 Prairie St SW, Grandville. A private Grave Side Service with Pastor Dean Prentiss...
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Ruth E. Boelema

May 10, 1921 - May 20, 2013

BOELEMA Mrs. Ruth E. Boelema, age 92, passed away Monday, May 20, 2013. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Henry, and her grandson, David Disselkoen. Surviving are her daughter, Carol (Melvin) Disselkoen; grandchildren, Nancy (Joe) Kuhns, Bonnie Stone, and Amy Trabalka; seven great grandchildren; her brothers, George (Jean) Nilsen, and Owen Thompson; sisters-in-law, Kaye Boelema,...
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Lucy Reister

February 18, 1921 - May 18, 2013

REISTER-Lucy Reister, age 92, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Saturday, May 18, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Jacob and Jenny Start, her husband Herbert, sons Paul and Jeff Reister and granddaughter Heather VandenBerge, son-in-law Randy Sullivan. She is survived by her children Sherry VandenBerge, Karen Sullivan, Tom (Shirley Norris) Reister and Joyce Reister; her 9...
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Gabriel Jonathan Tillema

May 16, 2012 - May 17, 2013

TILLEMA Gabriel Jonathan Tillema, our little Gabey baby, was sent to us on loan from the Creator on May 16, 2012 and taken back into the uniquely loving arms of Jesus the day after his first birthday. While we only got to have him for one short year he will leave us all with memories of a smile that would melt the hardest hearts. Gabe will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Jonathan and...
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Mary Jane McMichael

January 9, 1936 - May 17, 2013

McMICHAEL Mary Jane McMichael (nee Gaunt) passed away on May 17, 2013. She was predeceased by her infant son, Jeffrey Dean McMichael. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Wesley Dean McMichael, as well as three daughters: Jane Lynne McMichael (Richard Ward), Stephanie Anne Anderson (Douglas) and Stacey Marie Holland (David). She leaves three grandchildren with precious memories of a...
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Barbara Jean Owen

April 11, 1927 - May 17, 2013

OWEN (GREINKE) Barbara Jean Owen, age 86, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Friday, May 17, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Melton Owen; her grandson, John Paul Cervin; her siblings, Alvin Greinke, Joan Chipman, Florence Eisen; her step children, Margaret Massengil and Lionel "Bud" Owen; and her parents, William and Viola Greinke. Barbara will be lovingly remembered by her...
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Kasey "Kasey Tizzy" Gill

November 29, 1993 - May 16, 2013

Kasey Joseph Gill – "Kasey Tizzy", born at 6:29 AM Monday, November 29, 1993 and went to be with his Lord, 4:41 AM Thursday, May 16, 2013. He will be lovingly remembered by his father, Ellery (Susan) Gill; his mother, Elizabeth (Lawrence) Holton; his siblings, Kelvin Gill (fiancée Summer Warren), Kory Gill, Kurtis Gill, Krischaunda Gill, Kavon Terrell; his step siblings, Rachel Schroeder ...
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Jerome "Jerry" D. Bischoff

January 15, 1933 - May 16, 2013

BISCHOFF Jerome "Jerry" Bischoff, age 80 went to be with his Lord, Thursday, May 16, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert Francis Bischoff and Marie Schaeder: brother Fredrick Albert Bischoff; grandson Jordan Bischoff. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Michael (Debbie) Bischoff and Brian Bischoff; daughter Tammy (WC) Petty; grandchildren Brandon (Amanda) and Travis...
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Kenneth Willard Medendorp

August 21, 1926 - May 13, 2013

MEDENDORP Kenneth Willard Medendorp, age 86, of Wyoming, passed away peacefully Monday, May 13 at St. Mary's Hospital following a massive stroke. He was born in 1926, in Grand Rapids, MI to parents Cornelius and Jennie Medendorp. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Helen Medendorp. He is survived by three daughters, Marcia (Jonathan) White, grandchildren Katie and Charlie (Shannon)...
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Herbert J. Bolhouse

July 7, 1924 - May 12, 2013

BOLHOUSE-Herbert J Bolhouse, age 88, of Caledonia, went home to be with his Lord on Sunday, May 12, 2013. Herbert was preceded in death by his wife, Effie; and their son Mark. He is survived by his children, John and Lois Bolhouse, Richard and Holly Bolhouse, Mary and Jim Dykstra, Carol and Greg Twilling, daughter-in-law Lisa Bolhouse; 10 grandchildren and 8 great grandchildren and his brother...
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William Wesley Brickey, Jr.

September 12, 1922 - May 12, 2013

William "Bill" Wesley Brickey Jr. joined his beloved wife, Nancy Anne (Rockwell) Brickey, and His Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, in heaven May 12, 2013. He was born the only son of four children on a farm in Broadford, Virginia. As a young man he was active in the FFA, high school sports, attended Emory and Henry College on a football scholarship, and also attended Grand Rapids Baptist Seminary....
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Helen Jean Dornbos

May 12, 1917 - May 10, 2013

DORNBOS Helen Jean Dornbos (Bosscher), age 95 of Jenison, born on May 12, 1917 passed away peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, John Dornbos and son, John Dornbos II. Surviving are her children Mary (Milton) Zaagman, William (Janice) Dornbos and Carol (Thomas) Brown; daughter-in-law Nella (Paul) Griffith; 10 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren; her...
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Chrisitta "Chris" Rose Musser

May 3, 1940 - May 9, 2013

MUSSER Mrs. Chrisitta "Chris" Rose Musser, age 73, passed away Thursday, May 9, 2013. Chris was born May 3, 1940 in Artie WV to Dawson and Gertrude (Hodge) Williams. She was also preceded in death by her parents-in-law, Bill and Betty Musser. Surviving are her husband of 50 years, Robert; daughters, Gena Musser, Robin (Jason) Hoek, and Karen Musser; grandchildren, Rachel Musser, and Alex...
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Robert Peterson

November 8, 1956 - May 7, 2013

PETERSON Mr. Robert John Peterson, age 56, passed away unexpectedly and went to be with his Lord and Savior, Tuesday May 7, 2013. Bob was preceded in death by his son, Rob Peterson, and his father, Cecil Peterson. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Cindy; daughters, Amy (Scott) Rood, and Missy (Corey) Lamberts; grandchildren, Isaac, Mylee, Zachary, Derek, and Madilyn; mother, Pauline...
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Gladys M. Timmer

January 20, 1923 - May 7, 2013

TIMMER (HOEKSEMA) Gladys M. Timmer, age 90, of Grandville, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Tuesday, May 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, William Timmer and her grandson, Adam Timmer; her sister, Gertrude VanPolen and brothers, Fredrick and James Hoeksema. Gladys will be lovingly remembered by her children, William (Carol) Timmer, Ronald (Linda)...
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Greta Lindemulder

July 1, 1919 - May 7, 2013

LINDEMULDER Greta Lindemulder (Nagel) age 93 went to be with her Lord, Tuesday, May 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Henry and Anna Nagel; husbands Bernie Vander Wall, Rufus Van Goor, Harm Lindemulder; daughter Joyce Dykstra. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Robert (Nancy) Vander Wall, Kathy (Paul) Burgess; son-in-law Mitch Dykstra; eight step-children; 17...
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Ronald A. Eastman

March 2, 1941 - May 6, 2013

EASTMAN Ronald A. Eastman, age 72 went to be with his Lord, Monday, May 6, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary and William Eastman; brother-in-law Ken Richards. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Theresa Eastman; children Ronda (Ron) Oppenhuizen, Terri (Jim) White; grandchildren Andrea, Kayleigh, Tori, Jamie, Tyler; great-grandchildren Mariah, Luella, Coleson; siblings...
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Shirley Bouma

May 9, 1936 - May 5, 2013

BOUMA Mrs. Shirley Bouma, age 76, passed away Sunday, May 5, 2013. Shirley was born in the Netherlands on May 9, 1936 to Alfred and Effie (Yszenga) Huizenga. She will be deeply missed by her husband of 56 years, George Bouma; children, Bruce (Linda) Bouma, Andrew (Lisa) Bouma, Lynn (Don)TerHaar, Kevin (Jodi) Bouma, Cindy (Dellen) VanderWoude, Michael (Tami) Bouma, and Julie (Aaron) Vidro; 31...
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David Leslie Acton

October 24, 1958 - May 4, 2013

David Leslie Acton, 54, of Stillman Valley, has been freed from cancer and went to be with his Lord, Saturday, May 4, 2013, in his home surrounded by his loving family. Born Oct. 24, 1958, in Grand Rapids, Mich.; the son of Donald and Evelyn (Swick) Acton. He married Jacqueline Vant Sept. 29, 1990, in Rockford. Through many years of joy and struggle, he lived his life passionately and...
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Jack Thomas Martindale

March 7, 1929 - May 4, 2013

MARTINDALE Jack Thomas Martindale, age 84, of Byron Center, passed away, Saturday, May 4, 2013. He is survived by his wife, Leona Kathryn Martindale (Vroma); his children, Jackie (Jerry) Wormmeester, Gail (Andy) Thorpe, Tom Martindale; his grandchildren, Janay (Kevin) Nienhuis, Justin (Michelle) Wormmeester, Kalee, Keagan and Taylor Thorpe; his great grandchildren, Elle and Macy Nienhuis and...
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William Baker

March 25, 1918 - May 4, 2013

BAKER-William Baker, age 95, of Dorr, left his earthly home to be with his Lord and Savior. He was preceded in death by 5 brothers, and 3 sisters. He is survived by his loving wife Mary; his children Bob (Brenda) Baker, Jean (Rick) Snoeyink, Carol (Glenn) Dozeman and Bonnie (Doug) Brower; 22 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and his brother Rev. Louis (Gertrude) Baker. A memorial...
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Clarence E. Smith

October 15, 1929 - May 4, 2013

SMITH Clarence E. Smith, age 83, passed away Saturday, May 4, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Norma Smith and his siblings, Gordon Smith and Lavonne Overbeek. Clare will be lovingly remembered by his children, Richard (Linda) Smith and Larry (Jo) Borst, his grandchildren and great grandchildren. He will always be remembered for his incredible skill as a woodworker. He made...
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Mildred V. Van't Hof

May 10, 1912 - May 3, 2013

VAN'T HOF Mildred Van't Hof (Ley), age 100, went to be with her Lord, Friday, May 3, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband John Van't Hof; son Gordon Van't Hof; parents Frank and Jeanette Ley; sister Marguerite Spencer; daughter-in-law Beatrice Van't Hof. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Ron Van't Hof, Cheryl (Gary) Schadler; daughter-in-law Helen Van't Hof; many...
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Jeannie L. Huyge

September 4, 1965 - May 2, 2013

HUYGE (VAN ANTWERP) Jeannie L. Huyge, age 47, went to be with her Lord unexpectedly, Thursday, May 2, 2013. She was preceded in death by her father, Jan Charles Van Antwerp, her father-in-law, Robert Huyge and her brother-in-law, Joseph Huyge. Jeannie will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Paul Huyge; her mother, Dena Van Antwerp; her siblings, Jill (Dave) York, Thomas (Katherine)...
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Catherine Miller

December 3, 1924 - May 2, 2013

MILLER Mrs. Catherine Miller, age 88, went to be with her gracious Lord and Savior, Thursday, May 2, 2013. Catherine was born in Grand Rapids, Michigan on December 3, 1924, the first child of Cornelius and Machelina Van Stee. Catherine graduated from Creston High School where she was an honor student and later attended Davenport University. She had a successful career for 17 years at Amway...
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Richard L. Moomey

July 11, 1939 - May 2, 2013

MOOMEY – Richard L. Moomey, age 73, of White Cloud (Formerly of Grandville), went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, May 2, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Shirley (Bellant) Moomey; his parents, Harold and Ethel Moomey; and daughter, Deborah. He will be lovingly remembered by his children; Shelly (Bob) Henry, Mike (Barbara) Moomey, Melissa (Brian) Foss, and Jennifer ...
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Gretchen Frances Gebben

April 5, 1921 - April 29, 2013

GEBBEN Gretchen Frances Gebben (Beverwyk) age 92, of Hudsonville went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Monday, April 29, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Lambert Gebben; her son Raymond Gebben; sisters Mina Bosgraaf, Edith Westmaas and special friend Henry Nyhuis. She is survived by her daughters Elaine (Bob) Biesbrock of Hudsonville, and Ruth (Rich) Postma of...
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Dolores Elaine Wood

June 14, 1932 - April 28, 2013

WOOD-Dolores Elaine Wood, age 80 of Wyoming, went to be with her Lord and Savior, Sunday, April 28, 2013. She is survived by her children, Michael (Shirley) Wood, Gary Wood, Rebecca (Timothy) Dent; grandchildren Michael Wood Jr., Amanda (Justin) Allers, Nicholas (Ashley) Dent, Sarah Dent; great granddaughter Makenzie Wood; her brother Richard (Alicia) Westlake; sister Mary Huizenga; her special ...
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Herbert VanderLoo

April 9, 1946 - April 28, 2013

VANDERLOO Herbert VanderLoo, age 67 went to be with his Lord, Sunday, April 28, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Herbert and Jacoba VanderLoo. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Lisa VanderLoo, Douglas VanderLoo; mother of his children Kay VanderLoo; siblings Coby (Cor) Broekhuis, Teresa (Roger) Beute, Helen (Ron) Krutel, John (Bev) VanderLoo; many nieces and nephews. ...
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Ruth Clinger

September 14, 1935 - April 23, 2013

CLINGER Ruth Clinger (Tompkins) age 77 went to be with her Lord, Tuesday, April 23, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Norma and Farrell Tompkins; siblings Lillian Bender, Tom Tompkins; sister-in-law Betty Tompkins. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband Samuel Clinger; children Randall (Susan) Clinger, Jeffrey (Catalina) Clinger, Mark Clinger; siblings Farrell Tompkins,...
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Jessamine Schuitema

April 30, 1914 - April 21, 2013

SCHUITEMA Jessamine Schuitema (VanderHoff) of Byron Center, age 98, beloved mother, grandmother and great grandmother went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 21, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Bernard Schuitema; her brother, Frank VanderHoff; and sisters Viola Veenendall and Ella Jannereth. She is survived by her children, Barbara Schuitema and Bernard and Phyllis...
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Frank "Tom" White

July 19, 1937 - April 20, 2013

WHITE- Mr. Frank Thomas "Tom" White, aged 75, of Grand Rapids, passed away Saturday, April 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Blanche E. White, and his son, Scott T. White. Surviving are his daughter, Sheri McDowell, (White) of Florida, and one grandchild, Amanda McDowell, of Kalamazoo. Also surviving are his sisters and brothers, Ruth and Charles Hinkley of AL, Nancy and Wayne...
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Robert Baker

January 14, 1924 - April 20, 2013

BAKER Robert Baker, age 89, went home to be with his Lord Saturday, April 20, 2013. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, Cristie Leigh Baker; his daughter-in-law, Gayle Baker; his great grandson, Brendan Hope Baker his siblings, Mildred Hop, Claude Baker; and Marcia's sisters, Eleanor Holtrop and Barbara Postma. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 65 years, Marcia Baker...
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Marlene Vis

April 16, 1950 - April 20, 2013

VIS (BOERSEN) Marlene Vis, age 63, went to be with her Lord Saturday, April 20, 2013, surrounded by her loving family. She was preceded in death by her father, Harry Boersen; her father- and mother-in-law, Gerrit and Lillian Vis and her sister-in-law, Erma Vis. Marlene will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 39 years, Lonnie Vis; her children, Michael and Linda Vis, Michelle and...
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William Lloyd Gaffey

July 18, 1925 - April 19, 2013

GAFFEY Mr. William Lloyd Gaffey, age 87, passed away Friday, April 19, 2013. William was born July 18, 1925 in Chicago, IL to Harlon and Gertrude (Jenkins) Gaffey. He was preceded in death by his wife, Edna. Surviving are his daughters, Sylvia (Mike) Erspamer, Georgia Havens, JoAnn Bachar, and Janice (Terry) Ingram; 11 grandchildren; and many great grandchildren. Family graveside services...
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Nicholas Van Horn

August 15, 1946 - April 18, 2013

VAN HORN Nicholas Van Horn, age 66 went to be with his Lord, Thursday, April 18, 2013. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Corinne Van Horn; children Jeffrey (Kina) Van Horn, Jeremy (Rachel) Van Horn, Jason (Caroline) Van Horn; 8 grandchildren; parents Norman and Kay Van Horn; siblings Jan (Steve) Tower, Bill (Donna) Van Horn; many in-laws; cousins; nieces and nephews. Visitation...
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Henry G. "Rip" Nyland, Jr.

December 4, 1936 - April 16, 2013

NYLAND-Henry G. "Rip" Nyland Jr. age 76 of Wayland went to be with the Lord, Tuesday, April 16, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Henry G. Sr. and Francina Nyland and his son Michael Nyland in 2005. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Beverly; their children Krislyn (Mark) Gortsema, Judy (John) Steiner and Mark (Stacey) Nyland, daughter-in-law Kimberly (Bill Stoffers ...
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James Harold Isenga

December 14, 1927 - April 16, 2013

ISENGA James Harold Isenga, age 85 went to be with his Lord, Tuesday, April 16, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Siert and Gertrude Isenga. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Shirley; children Cindy (Joe) Coronado, JoAnn (Chuck) Hoppenrath, Sandy (Jay) VanDyke, Sue (Don) Pence; 13 grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; many siblings, nieces and nephews. "Automotive Jim"...
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Jacoba King

July 14, 1922 - April 15, 2013

KING-Jacoba "Cobie" King age 90 of Jenison, went to be with the Lord, Monday April 15, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Cornelius; her brother Rich Schutte, sister Henrietta Hemmes. She is survived by her son James King and daughter Sandy Snieder, son-in-law Gary Snieder; granddaughters, Nykole Snieder and Marisa Snieder; her siblings, Cal (Norma) Schutte, Betty (Carl) Hofstra,...
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Kenneth Niles Leach

January 26, 1942 - April 13, 2013

LEACH Kenneth Niles Leach, age 71 went to be with his precious Savior on Saturday, April 13, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Mary and Winfield Leach. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 30 years, Mary Leach; children Tim Leach, Theresa Bagley, Kenneth (Deanna) Leach Jr., Debra Corwin, Denise Adamson, David Corwin, Donald (Kathy) Corwin, Dean Corwin, Darren (Kathy)...
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Charles H. Soentgen, Sr.

April 12, 2013

SOENTGEN – Charles H Soentgen, Sr., age 84, of Grandville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, April 12, 2013. He was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law Patricia Soentgen. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 41 years, Marie (Wielhouwer) Soentgen; children, Charles (Wendy) Soentgen, Jr., Gary (Kay) Soentgen, Thomas Soentgen, Debra (Lawrence) Yonish, Nancy Noel, Larry ...
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Ernest Mousseau

December 1, 1936 - April 11, 2013

Ernest "Ernie" Mousseau passed away on April 11, 2013 in Grand Haven. Ernie was born in Alpena, MI on December 1, 1936, the youngest son of William and Della (Lytle) Mousseau. He graduated from Alpena High and Alma College, and obtained his Master's Degree from CMU. Ernie spent his professional life sharing his love of athletics and education with generations of students. He was a devoted...
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Irene Adele Nemeth (Drake)

March 28, 1929 - April 11, 2013

NEMETH Irene Adele Nemeth (Drake) age 84 went to be with her Lord, Thursday, April 11, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Louis Nemeth; parents Jack and Shirley Drake; grandson Matthew Crow; siblings Shirley Hinton, Edith Clevenger. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Kathryn (David) DeYoung, Steve (Carol) Nemeth, Mark (Julie) Nemeth; nine grandchildren; 11 great...
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Ruth Eleanor Wierenga

June 14, 1930 - April 11, 2013

WIERENGA Mrs. Ruth Eleanor Wierenga, age 82, was welcomed into the arms of Jesus, Thursday, April 11, 2013. Ruth was born June 14, 1930 to Rhyner and Mary (Wiersum) Scholma. She was preceded in death by her grandson, Jason Michael Kleinjans; and two brothers and two sisters. She will be deeply missed by her husband, Roger Wierenga; children, Gary (Karen) Wierenga, Joan (Gary) Kleinjans,...
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Harold G. Thompson

April 21, 1928 - April 11, 2013

THOMPSON Harold G. Thompson, age 84 went to be with his Lord, Thursday, April 11, 2013. He was preceded in death by his children Denise Barnhart, Melodie Daniels; grandson Anthony Kerry; parents George and Susie Thompson; siblings Edwin Thompson and Ethel Eaton, Genevieve Karnes and Gladys Robinson. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Margaret Thompson; children Tonia (Jim) Runyan,...
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Ernest San Miguel

January 13, 1930 - April 11, 2013

SAN MIGUEL Ernest San Miguel, age 83, of Jenison, went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Thursday, April 11, 2013, surrounded by his loving family. He was preceded in death by his infant daughter, his parents, Narcisco and Angelita San Miguel, and his siblings, Nila Stewart, Connie Vasquez, Julio, Oscar, Cecil and Eli San Miguel. Ernie will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years,...
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Agnes Goorhouse

February 4, 1924 - April 8, 2013

GOORHOUSE (BERKENPAS) Agnes Goorhouse, age 89, of Byron Center, went to be with her Lord, Monday, April 8, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerrit Goorhouse and her sisters, Frances Visser, Jennie DeHaan, Louise Evers and Joyce Evers. Agnes will be lovingly remembered by her children, Marilyn (Ron) Lynema, Fred (Barb) Goorhouse, Ron (Joyce) Goorhouse; her 7 grandchildren; 17...
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Eleanor Vlietstra

July 9, 1924 - April 7, 2013

VLIETSTRA Eleanor Vlietstra (Rietberg) age 88 was called home to be with her Lord, Sunday, April 7, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Joe Vlietstra; son Calvin Vlietstra; parents Katherine and Jay Rietberg. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Joellyn Overbeek, Marc (Deb) Vlietstra; daughter-in-law Barb Larson; siblings Roger (Evelyn) Rietberg, Verna Magnuson, Warren ...
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Harry Kapp

November 8, 1942 - April 6, 2013

KAPP Harry "Butch" Kapp, loving husband, father, brother and friend passed on to a better place on April 6, 2013 at the Faith Hospice in Byron Center after a brief bout with cancer. Harry was born on November 8, 1942, to the late Harry and Esther Kapp, in Toledo Ohio. Harry moved to the Buckley, MI in 1955 and graduated from Buckley Community High School in 1962. He served our country proudly...
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Lee David Peterson

July 22, 1961 - April 6, 2013

PETERSON Lee Peterson, age 51, went to be with his Lord, Saturday, April 06, 2013, after a 16 month battle with Leukemia. He was preceded in death by his mother, Annette Peterson (Peck). Lee will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 28 years, Linda Peterson; his children, David, Troy and Ross Peterson; his father, Roger Peterson; his father- and mother-in-law, Carl and Ruth Bush; his...
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Angela Johnston

April 6, 2013

Angela Marie Johnston of Byron Center passed away peacefully at her home on the morning of April 6th 2013. Angela is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, Ronald Johnston and their children, Rhonda (Greg) McGovern, Richard (Janice) Johnston; Grandchildren, Barry (Sara) McGovern, Brett (Shelby) McGovern, Meghan (Chad) Bultema, Ross Johnston, Ronald (Cassandra) Johnston, Angela Johnston,...
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Kenneth Rhodes Emery

April 28, 1944 - April 3, 2013

Kenneth Rhodes Emery Kenneth "Ken" Rhodes Emery died peacefully on April 3, 2013 after a life long battle with juvenile diabetes. He was born on April 28, 1944 to Neville and Florence Emery in Chicago, Illinois. Ken was preceded in death by his parents, Neville and Florence Emery. Ken is survived by his wife, Pamela (Boatman), his son, Mark (Katie) Emery, grandchildren Max and Naomi Emery,...
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Donald B. Marsh, Sr.

April 12, 1928 - April 3, 2013

MARSH - Donald B. Marsh, Sr., age 84, of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 03, 2013. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 26 years, Marilyn (Ezinga) Marsh; his children, Laura (Arny) Rodriguez, Donald (Cindy) Marsh, Jr., Steve (Terri) Marsh; Jon Blanker, Jeff (Joy) Blanker, and Chris (Kris) Blanker; 14 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren; sisters,...
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Michael Roy Webster

August 18, 1945 - April 1, 2013

WEBSTER Michael Roy Webster, age 67 went to be with his Lord, Monday, April 1, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Roy and Dorothy Webster; brother Terry Webster; grand-nephew Daniel Caleb Burgess. He will be lovingly remembered by his siblings Patrick (Margo) Webster, Daniel (Marianne) Webster; nieces and nephews Kristen (Scott) Middleton, Kevin Webster, Racquel (Kevin) Viilo,...
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Edward William Weippert

October 11, 1939 - April 1, 2013

WEIPPERT Mr. Edward William Weippert, age 73, passed away Monday, April 1, 2013. Ed will be deeply missed by his wife of 19 years, Sue; children, Ken (Laurie) Weippert, Chris Weippert, David Weippert, and Jenny (Eric Frye) Powers; grandchildren; and great grandchildren. Ed's memorial service will be held Thursday, 11 AM at the South Wyoming UMC, 2730 56th SW, Wyoming. Relatives and...
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Mary Edith Fede

October 8, 1929 - April 1, 2013

FEDE Mary Edith Fede (Schoonmaker) age 83 went to be with her Lord, April 1, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Francis Fede; parents Percival and Mary Schoonmaker. Mary was born and raised in Kingston, New York and moved to Jenison, MI after Francis' retirement from Central Hudson Gas and Electric Company in 1992. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughter Mary (James) Grant...
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Thomas R. York

July 2, 1927 - March 29, 2013

YORK Mr. Thomas R. York, age 85, passed away Friday, March 29, 2013. Tom was a WWII veteran, having served his country with the US Air Force. He was a graduate of Kendall School of Design. Following his graduation, Tom began his 29 year employment with Spartan Stores, where he helped to start their printing department. Tom was preceded in death by his wife, Mary Alice, in 2001. He will...
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Teresa Joan Messelink

July 3, 1920 - March 29, 2013

MESSELINK (BRUINEWOOD) Teresa Joan Messelink, age 92, of Jenison, went to be with her Lord and Savior, on Good Friday, March 29, 2013, in the company of her loving family. She was a wonderful mother, grandma and Oma, who always directed her family to the Lord. Teresa was preceded in death by her husband, John Messelink and her siblings. Teresa will be lovingly remembered by her children,...
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Antoinette (Mary) Navarro (Dombroski)

February 1, 1929 - March 29, 2013

NAVARRO Antoinette Navarro (Dombroski) age 84 went to be with her Lord, Thursday, March 28, 2013. She was preceded in death by her parents Anthony and Anna Dombroski; brother Robert Dombroski and; great granddaughter Lucy May Berkompas . She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 38 years Daniel Navarro; children Ken Groenink, Linda (Rod) Berkompas, Mary (Jeff) Bredeweg, Annette (Amy)...
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Leon Landis

December 1, 1925 - March 26, 2013

LANDIS Leon Landis, age 87 peacefully went to be with his Lord surrounded by his family on Tuesday, March 26, 2013. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Marion Landis; children Mary Lee (Johnny) Van Tubergen, Amy (Robert) Bootsma, David (Maggie) Landis, Kenneth (Linda) Landis; 17 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; siblings Viola (Ralph) Smith, Betty Storms; many nieces...
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Donald H. Anderson

May 3, 1926 - March 24, 2013

ANDERSON Donald H. Anderson, age 86 went to be with his Lord, Sunday, March 24, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife Marilyn "Lynn" Anderson; son David Anderson; daughter-in-law Suzy Anderson; great grandchildren Meagan, Brady; parents Charles and Madge Anderson; brothers Billy, Floyd "David," Arthur, Bruce, Isaac, Howard. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Kristin (Robert)...
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Ronald Herweyer

May 30, 1935 - March 22, 2013

HERWEYER Ronald Herweyer, age 77, of Jenison, went to be with his Lord Friday, March 22, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence and Anna Herweyer, his son, Steve Herweyer, and his granddaughter, Gabrielle. Ron will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 29 years, Joyce Carrier Herweyer (Latchaw); his daughters, Elizabeth and Dean Rank, Theresa and Larry Hendershot, Andrea...
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Kathleen Elaine Gilbert

August 5, 1943 - March 21, 2013

GILBERT Our beloved Wife, Mom and Grandma, Kathleen Elaine Gilbert of Hastings, passed away on March 21, 2013, at the age of 69. The battle with ALS has been won and she now lives with her Lord and Savior. Kathy was born in Keego Harbor, Michigan to the late Frank and Hazel Kowalski, the 6th of 6 children. As a young child, the family moved to Manistee. Following the death of her mother in...
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Marjorie M. van Hartesveldt

September 4, 1920 - March 20, 2013

vvan HARTESVELDT Marjorie van Hartesveldt, age 92, of Wyoming, passed away Wednesday, March 20, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, Fred van Hartesveldt, Jr., and her brothers, Robert and Jack Eckhardt. Marjorie will be lovingly remembered by her children, Linda van Hartesveldt, Marcia van Hartesveldt, Eric (Betsy) van Hartesveldt, Fred (Diane) van Hartesveldt III, her five...
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Ken Miedema

August 12, 1937 - March 20, 2013

MIEDEMA-Ken Miedema On the first day of spring, March 20, 2013, new life began in eternity for Ken Miedema, age 75 of Grandville, MI, as he experienced perfect peace and rest with his Lord and Savior. Ken may have lost his physical battle with Parkinson's Disease, but Jesus had victoriously claimed his soul many years ago. Ken was preceded in death by his brother, John Miedema, along with...
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Leona I. Brown (Fitch)

June 18, 1922 - March 19, 2013

BROWN Leona I. Brown (Fitch) age 90 went to be with her Lord, Tuesday, March 19, 2013. She was preceded in death by husband Floyd Brown and five siblings. She will be lovingly remembered by her children Lynn (Marlene) Brown, Larry (Betty) Brown; grandchildren Bruce (Brenda) Brown, Sheri (Tom) Niewiek; great grandchildren Clayton Brown, Ada Brown; many nieces and nephews. Funeral service...
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Larry Vander Hulst

September 28, 1949 - March 15, 2013

Larry Vander Hulst, age 63 went to be with his Lord, Friday, March 15, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents Gerrit and Marilyn Vander Hulst. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Sandy Vander Hulst; children Eric (Doni) Vander Hulst, Shawn (Donna Church) Vander Hulst, Ryan Vander Hulst; siblings Jack (Pat) Vander Hulst, Ted (Jackie Rutgers) Vander Hulst, Lori Van Gessel, Ron ...
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Clarence Dean Imhoff

June 3, 1924 - March 13, 2013

Clarence Dean Imhoff Clarence Dean Imhoff was born on June 3, 1924 in metropolitan Detroit to Clarence C. and Beulah A. Imhoff. He went through the Detroit school system, graduating from Redford High School in June of 1942. He then was drafted into military service in March of 1943. Clarence was assigned to the Army Air Force and went to Armament School in June 1943 in Buckley Field,...
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Dennis Silcox

September 15, 1960 - March 13, 2013

SILCOX Mr. Dennis Silcox, age 52, passed away of natural causes, Wednesday, March 13, 2013. Dennis was preceded in death by his father, Richard Silcox and his brothers, Daniel and Douglas Silcox. Surviving are his mother, Delores Silcox-Duckworth; brothers, David Silcox, and Dana (Erin) Silcox; and his nephews, Jacob, Jeffrey, Ethen, and Jared. Cremation has taken place and burial will be...
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Gerald Robert Hulsing

April 15, 1927 - March 12, 2013

HULSING Gerald Robert Hulsing, age 85, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, Tuesday, March 12, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife, Lillian May Hulsing; parents, George and Gertrude Hulsing. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Judy (Ken) VanHoven, Linda Holt (Robert Kennell), Sandra (Vern) Petroelje, Robert (Jill) Hulsing; brother John (Sharon) Hulsing; brother...
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Albertha (Vander Ploeg) De Kraker

March 7, 1924 - March 10, 2013

DE KRAKER (Vander Ploeg) – Albertha De Kraker, of Byron Center, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 10, 2013 just three days following her 89th birthday. She was preceded in death by her husband of 43 years, Cornelius "Neal" De Kraker in 1994. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Joanne (Tom) Victory and Arlene De Kraker; grandchildren Jessica, Darcelle, and...
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Bernice I. Elliott

May 26, 1925 - March 7, 2013

Bernice I. Elliott(Nutson) May 26, 1925 – March 7, 2013 Bernice "Bernie" Elliott passed away Thursday, March 7th, 2013. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Wayne, and two brothers, Elbert and Theodore Wilson. Bernice is survived by her children, David Elliott and special friend Mary Ellen Gillespie, James (Carole) Elliott, Nan Schanz, Patricia Elliott, her grandchildren...
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Kimberly Schwiderson

September 3, 1958 - March 6, 2013

SCHWIDERSON (DREYER) Kimberly Schwiderson, age 54, passed away peacefully at her home, Wednesday, March 6, 2013, in the care of her loving family. She was preceded in death by her parents, Al and Fran Dreyer and her sister-in-law, Cheryl Afton. Kim will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Carl Schwiderson; her children, Ciara Blood (Nate Troupe), Joe Blood (Cara Bowden), Kyle Schwiderson;...
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Ruth Edith Belstra

June 20, 1910 - March 6, 2013

BELSTRA-Ruth Edith Belstra, age 102 of White Cloud formerly of Hudsonville, went to be with Lord, Wednesday, March 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband Howard Belstra and her 7 siblings. She is survived by her son Steve Belstra, daughter-in-law Shelly Belstra; grandchildren, Tara Belstra, Leah Belstra and Steven Belstra; great grandchildren, Hayley Belstra, Annalicia Mejias,...
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Carol Viola Martin

September 22, 1921 - March 6, 2013

MARTIN-Carol Martin age 91, of Caledonia went to be with her Lord, Wednesday, March 6, 2013. She was preceded in death by her husband, George and granddaughter Pamela Lynn Martin. She is survived by her sons, Larry (Naomi) Martin, William (Rita) Martin and Brian (Deb) Martin; grandchildren Larry (Melissa) Martin Jr., Anne Raber, Dr. Kevin (Emily) Martin, Corey (Angie) Brown, Curt (Dr. Angelika)...
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Ronald James Wolven

February 29, 1936 - March 5, 2013

WOLVEN Ronald James Wolven (Age 77) of Jenison passed away on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods in Byron Center, MI. Ron was born February 29, 1936. He always had fun being a leap year baby and he was 19 ¼ birthdays old. He was preceded in death by his parents Gladys Wolven and Donald Wolven and a sister Loraine. He is survived by his wife of 53 ½ years, Ruth Kaufman...
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Truman Earl Dekker

June 5, 1926 - March 4, 2013

DEKKER Truman Dekker, born in Jamestown MI on June 5, 1926 went to be with his Lord, Monday, March 4, 2013. He was preceded in death by his parents John and Sarah Dekker; brother John Dekker. He is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Shirley (Covey) Dekker; children Sharon (Harold) Ludema, Rev. Thomas (Mary Jo) Dekker, Jack (Cynthia) Dekker; brothers Almon (Luella), Arthur (Judy); in...
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Esther "Estie" Doornbos

September 8, 1924 - March 4, 2013

DOORNBOS Mrs. Esther "Estie" Doornbos, age 88, of Jenison, went to be with her Lord on Monday March 4, 2013 and to again meet with her son, John and her husband, Herman. Estie was born to Henry and Jennie (DeZwaan) Roelofs on September 8, 1924. She was preceded by a wonderful son, John in 1972 and her loving husband, Herman Doornbos in 1995; sisters and brothers, Henrietta Meengs, Edith Marks...
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Clifford J. Davis

February 16, 1922 - March 3, 2013

DAVIS Clifford J. Davis, age 91 went to be with his Lord, Sunday, March 3, 2013. He was preceded in death by his wife Ruth Davis; daughter Donna Davis; parents Edward and Kathryn Davis; sister Virginia. He will be lovingly remembered by his children Neil (Nancy) Davis, Pamela (Mike) Wilson, Nancy Cartwright; 4 grandchildren; 7 great-grandchildren. Cliff loved his country and was a Navy...
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