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]]> en John L. Francis [02/27/1927 - 02/20/2012] John L. Francis, age 84, retired United Methodist pastor and denominational executive, passed away February 20, 2012. He served as pastor of congregations in White Cloud, Sanford, Ithaca, Battle Creek, Eaton Rapids, Hillsdale and Holland. He was a United Methodist District Superintendent from 1970-1977 and West Michigan Conference Director from 1987 to 1989. A former trustee of Albion College, he was awarded an honorary Doctor of Divinity degree in 1971 by the college. He is preceded in death by his two sisters B. Faith Francis and Gloria O’Meara. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Donna; sons Paul (Jennifer) Francis of Portland, Oregon, and Dean (Nora) Francis of Evanston, Illinois; and two grandsons, Tyler (Melissa) and Zachary (Allison). A memorial service will be Wednesday February 29 at 11:00 am at First United Methodist Church, 227 Fulton St. SE. Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be given to First United Methodist Church, 227 Fulton St. SE, Grand Rapids, Michigan 49503; Clark Retirement Community, 1551 Franklin SE, Grand Rapids, MI. 49506 or Faith Hospice - Trillium Woods, 2100 Raybrook S.E., Ste. 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49546-5783.

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]]> Jennie Kortman Toering [02/18/1917 - 02/20/2012] Jennie Kortman Toering, age 95, passed away Monday, February 20, 2012 at Cambridge Manor. She was predeceased by her husband Harold in 1965. She is survived by her son Bill and Betty Toering, her daughter Barbara and Craig Peterson, all of Hudsonville; grandchildren Michael (Carrie) Toering, Tricia (Pete) Vredeveld, Christy (Randy) Wiebenga, Jeff (Heidi) Peterson, Sara Peterson; 13 great-grandchildren; sister Gertrude Rubingh, Bernice (Milt) Meekhof, Betty Spoelma, Eleanor (Willard) VanHaitsma, sister-in-law Ena Kortman; and numerous nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday at 2:00pm at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, the Rev. David Kromminga officiating. The family will greet relatives and friends Thursday 6:00-8:00pm and Friday 1:00-2:00pm prior to the service at the funeral chapel. Memorial contributions may be made to Sherman Street CRC or to Cambridge Manor Benevolence Assistance Fund.

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]]> Virginia Ellen Vander Veer [11/13/1927 - 02/20/2012] Virginia Ellen Vander Veer, aged 84, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 20, 2012. She is survived by her husband of 63 years, Adrian; daughters, Mary Beth and Ross Witteveen, Jane and Don Lindeman; grandchildren, Jamie and John Allen, Anne Lindeman, Nick and Jamie Witteveen, Katy Witteveen; great grandchildren, Lucy Reagan, Sophia Allen, Stella Allen; her sister, Barbara and Ken Thomasma; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Gladys Blacquiere, Clare and Gladys Vander Veer; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Saturday 11:00 am at Calvin Christian Reformed Church with Rev. Robert Koornneef officiating. Interment Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel Friday from 2 to 4 and 6 to 8 pm. Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Home Cook Center. The family would like to thank the staff of Holland Home Cook Center for their thoughtful and kind care and Dr. James Hoekwater at Spectrum Health Heart Center for his kindness and Christian love in Ginny’s last hours here on earth.

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]]> M. Jane Dubridge [01/17/1916 - 02/20/2012] M. Jane Dubridge, aged 96, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 20, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerard, grandson, Michael Van Peursem, and sister, Bernice Smith. She is survived by her daughters, Susan Van Peursem, Sharie and Terry Smith, five grandchildren, Julie McCauley, Steven Van Peursem, Brigid and Shawn Klodzinski, Amy Frances Smith, and Matthew Smith; eight great grandchildren, Kayleigh, Nicholas, Megan, Darby Jane, Bailey, Steven Jr., Austin, and Daniel, and her brother, Harry Segard. Jane was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother. An open house will be held Saturday from 11 to 1 at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel. Interment Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one's choice. The family would like to thank Heather Hills, Heartland Health Care, and Heartland Hospice for their loving care.

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]]> Geraldine V. Koprowski [01/10/1920 - 02/19/2012] KOPROWSKI – Geraldine Virginia Koprowski, age 92, of Grand Rapids passed away Sunday, February 19, 2012. She was preceded in death by her husband Edwin Koprowski, daughter Laurel Anne, and granddaughter Joy Slachter. Geraldine is survived by her children Sharon and Donald Cavanaugh, Carol and (Gerald deceased) Burmistrzak, Brian and Sammie Koprowski, John Koprowski and Irene, Anita Miller and Mark, and Eileen Koprowski; 16 grandchildren; 30 great grandchildren; 1 great great granddaughter; siblings Thomas M. and Jean Povlich, Elsie Jensen, Helen Pierce, sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law Rose and Robert Didion, James and Tere Koprowski, and Alberta Koprowski; extended family Father Stephen Vasek, OMI, Barb and Chris Madura, and Dorothy Currie; several nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday at 11 am at Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Church. Interment at Resurrection Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel, with the Rosary at 7:00pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association or Hospice of Holland.

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]]> Jimmie Lee Jordan [07/04/1958 - 02/18/2012] Jimmie Lee Jordan, age 53, of Grand Rapids. Sunrise: July 4, 1958. Sunset: February 18, 2012. Jimmy is survived by his mother, Mary (Mingo) Jordan; son, Rico; 4 sisters; 6 brothers; and many loving friends and relatives. The family will be at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel Wednesday from 7-9 pm to greet visitors. A celebration of Jimmie’s life will be held Thursday, February 23, 11:00 am at Brown Hutcherson Ministries with a family hour from 10-11 prior to the service. Rev. Nathaniel Moody officiating. Burial at Woodlawn Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Zaagman’s to help offset funeral expenses.

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]]> Marilyn A. Vos [01/25/1934 - 02/17/2012] VOS - Marilyn Ann (Vander Zon) Vos, aged 78, of Kentwood, went home to her faithful Lord and Savior on Friday, February 17, 2012. She was a devoted wife to her husband of 58 years, John Roger Vos, a wonderful mother and friend to her daughter, Shari (Matthew) Berger of Grand Rapids, and a loving and caring mom to her son, John Vos of Grandville. She was a very fun-loving grandma who delighted in and deeply loved her grandchildren, Tyler, Macey and Morgan Berger. She is also survived by her favorite (only) sister, Shirley (Richard) Huizinga of Holland, and brother, Gerald (Beverly) Vander Zon of California, sister-in-law, Marilyn Piebenga of Byron Center, brother-in-law, Howard (Gloria) Vos of Byron Center, sister-in-law Jane (Charles) Westers of Byron Center, her aunt and uncle, Marie and Marvin Kruisenga of Grand Rapids, and many cousins, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother, Corinne (Kruisenga) Vander Zon, and father, Jack Vander Zon, father-in-law, John Vos, aunts and uncles, Ann and Edward Johnson, Virginia and Henry Kruisenga, as well as her brother-in-law, Donald Piebenga, and nephew, Michael Vos. Throughout her life, Marilyn was a faithful friend to many and a follower of Christ who brought joy and love into every life she touched. She endured her battle with cancer with a smile on her face and a peace found only in Jesus. The family would like to thank Dr. Ben Schipper for his continuing care as well as Dr. Mark Campbell and his staff at The Cancer and Hematology Center. Marilyn especially enjoyed her friendship with her nurse, Jeannie. A celebration service will be held on Saturday, February 25, at Zaagman Memorial Chapel at 11:00 am with visitation prior to the service at 10:00 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Relational Concepts Women’s Ministry, or Faith Hospice.

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]]> Mary E. Versprille [07/18/1917 - 02/15/2012] Mary E. Versprille, aged 94, passed away February 15, 2012. A remarkable life lived on her terms during extraordinary times. That describes the life of Mary Elizabeth Versprille. She lived through the Great Depression, wars, booms and busts, poverty and plenty, all the while going about the business she was born to do - be a help mate to her husband of 66 years, a mother to two daughters, a friend, confidante, critic, and observer of life. Mary was born with little which taught her the value of anything that came her way. She never sought nor enjoyed the spotlight but preferred the spotlight to shine on others. Her wise counsel was sought by many - especially her children and grandchildren. Her wit was sharp to the end - laughter really was the path to her soul. She had a life-long love of animals and always stopped to pet and care for the dogs and cats that crossed her path. This celebrates Mary's life as a woman of courage, humility, determination, and love. Her accomplishments are great but it's her character that leaves a lasting reminder of a life well lived. " Well done, good and faithful servant. " And God will open wide the gates of heaven for you to enter into the eternal Kingdom of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ." - 2 Peter 1:11. Mary was preceded in death by her husband Maynard, her parents, Clinton and Alice Williams and her sister, Leah and Fred Warnars. She is survived by her two daughters, Lynne Goede and Laurie (Andy) Oleniczak and two grandchildren, John (Elizabeth) Goede and Mary (David) McAuliffe. Funeral services will be held Saturday 3:00 p.m. at Fifth Reformed Church with Rev. Jon Sherrill officiating. Interment Rest Lawn Memorial Park. The family will greet relatives and friends at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel Friday from 4 to 8 p.m. Contributions in Mary's name may be given to the Humane Society of Kent County. Just in sight of the place where the path meets the road The Father is waiting to carry your load His big arms are longing to draw you to Him Forgiven, Forgiven, Forgiven again.

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]]> Gertrude (Krosschell) DeGood [07/22/1914 - 02/15/2012] Gertrude (Krosschell) DeGood went to be with her Savior and Lord on Wednesday, February 15, 2012 at age 97. She was born on July 22, 1914 in rural Edgerton, Minnesota, the youngest of ten children born to Albert and Helen (Baker) Tinklenberg and outlived all her siblings and their spouses. In her later years, she deeply missed the role they played in her life. In 1940 Gert married Lucas Krosschell, the father of her three children Bonnie (Joe – deceased) Nunes, Richard (Janet) Krosschell, and James (Lorna) Krosschell. She and Lucas lived in Edgerton where he was a cobbler. Following Lucas’s death in 1951, Gert remained in Edgerton, working in a bakery and drug store, selflessly providing her children a Christian home, church and an education at Edgerton Christian Schools. In 1966, as her children became adults, she met and married William DeGood, moved to Grand Rapids, MI and enlarged her family to include his children: Lois (John - deceased) Mulder, Russell – deceased (Nel and Tom Forward), Helen (Robert) Walhof, and Lee (Jan) DeGood. They shared a rich life together for 33 years. Actively involved at Alger Park CRC, Gert was a faithful member of Priscilla Guild. She enjoyed painting, sewing and crafts, gardening, and hosting family gatherings. She and Bill took pleasure in traveling, doing household projects, and sharing in the lives of their children and numerous grandchildren and great grandchildren. Gert cared for Bill in their home on Winchell St. until his death in 2000. For the last decade she lived at Holland Home Raybrook Campus in an apartment, the Cook Center, and finally under nursing care. Her family is grateful for the loving care the staff of Holland Home has provided her. A memorial sevice will be held Monday 1:00 p.m. at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel with Rev. George Aupperlee officiating. Interment Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be held at the funeral chapel Sunday 2 to 4 p.m. Memorial gifts may be given to Back to God Ministries International or the Grand Rapids Christian Schools.

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]]> Marilynn Frazier Custis [04/12/1927 - 02/12/2012] Marilynn Frazier Custis, age 84, of Portland, went home to be with her Lord on Sunday, February 12, 2012 in Grand Rapids, Michigan at Clark Retirement Community. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dr. Miles Lee Custis. Marilynn will be deeply missed by her children, Karen Custis Wilson (and husband, Thomas), Lawrence Frazier Custis, Robin Custis Wilson (and husband, Mark), Kenneth Lee Custis; 5 loving grandchildren; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Margaret Frazier, Rev. L. Dwight and Lucille Custis, Bryce Custis; and many other loving relatives and friends. Marilynn was born and raised in Texas and graduated from Baylor University. She worked as a medical laboratory technologist and was a Bible Study Fellowship discussion leader for many years. She was a long-time member at Hinson Baptist Church where she sang in the choir and taught several Bible classes. A memorial service will be held Monday, February 20, 2:00 pm at Hinson Baptist Church. The family will greet relatives and friends one hour prior to the service at church from 1-2 pm. Memorial contributions may be made in Marilynn’s name to Clark Retirement Community (1551 Franklin St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI, 49506).

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