David Gerrit Zylstra, age 54, was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, December 14, 2022. He was born to Gerrit and Alida (Wynbelt) Zylstra on May 12, 1968, in Grand Rapids, Michigan. He was a loving husband, father, brother, son, uncle, and friend who loved the Lord and his family very much. He was an avid sports fan, especially golf, football, and basketball. He

enjoyed playing golf, coaching his children's youth basketball teams, fantasy football, and traveling. He loved spending time with his friends, family, and his beloved pets.

After graduating from South Christian High School, David attended Calvin College graduating with a BS in Accounting. David worked as an accountant for many years at Clinton Hop and Co., West Michigan Auto Auction, and DJ's Landscape Management. David then followed his dream of owning his own company and working for himself. He took over National Screen Cleaning LLC in 2010. Additionally, he supported his son with his vast knowledge of finance and accounting to further grow his business, J and F Lawn and Snow Service LLC.

He was preceded in death by his father, Gerrit Zylstra and his father-in-law, Bernie Hoffmann. David is lovingly remembered by his wife of 26 years, Liesl; children, Jack Zylstra and Sarah Zylstra; mother, Alida (Wynbelt) Zylstra; mothers-in-law, Chris Hoffmann and Ferna Hoffmann; sister, Sandra (Tony) Vroon; brother, Jim (Vickie) Zylstra; brothers-in-law, Erin (Elissa)

Hoffmann and David Hoffmann; nieces and nephews, Hanna (Justin) Ford, Anthony (Maddie) Vroon, Josh (Lindsay) Vroon, Emily Vroon, Will Vroon, Nathan Zylstra, Samuel Zylstra, Drew Zylstra, Will Hoffmann and Annaliese Hoffmann. He will also be missed by many close and dear friends.

David's family would like to express their gratitude for Spectrum Hospice Care, especially for his team, Tim, RN, Caleb, social worker, Sandra, aid, and Ruz, massage therapist - all of whom provided outstanding care. Additionally, to the team of providers and nurses at Metro Health Wound Center over the years.

Visitation will be held at Zaagman Memorial Chapel, 2800 Burton St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI on Sunday, December 18 from  5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. Funeral services, officiated by Rev. Ron Kool, will be held on Monday, December 19, 2022, at 3:00 PM at Hillside Community Church,1440 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI. The service will be livestreamed and may be viewed at  https://www.youtube.com/@hillsidegr.

One hour of visitation will be held at the church before the funeral service, beginning at 2:00 PM. Immediately following the service, the family would like to invite you to a Celebration of Life Gathering at the Niewiek's home, 8838 Eastern Ave, Byron Center, MI 49315. A light meal will be served and handicap, wheelchair accessible valet parking will be provided.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in honor of David may be made to South Christian High School or Dutton Christian School.