John Vander Weide Jr, age 91, of Kentwood, went home to be with his Lord Jesus on August 17, 2022. His best friend and wife of 64 years, Joan Marie DeVoogd, preceded him in death, as well as their son Daniel Mark, parents John and Elizabeth Vander Weide, sisters and brothers-in-law: Lillian and Herm Scholten, Bernice and Mark Ritzema, Gerri and Ed Scholten, Merle Hoekwater, Lucille Metz, and Larry Curley. John is survived by his siblings Barb Hoekwater, Jessie Curley, Marilyn Vander Weide, and Steve and Deb Vander Weide; his brother-in-law Larry DeVoogd; many beloved nieces and nephews and their families; his children Paul and Nancy Vander Weide, John and Julie Vander Weide, Rae Ann and Ed Kluitenberg, Pete and Sue Vander Weide; grandchildren Beth and Brian Steenwyk, Karen and Chris Deehan, Ruth and Jim Brundige, Heather and Brian Frick, John and Alexandrine Vander Weide, Ben and Debbie Vander Weide, Luke and Terri Vander Weide, Mark and Clara Vander Weide, Joe and Emily Vander Weide, Matthew Vander Weide, Sam and Casey Vander Weide, Steven and Marianna Vander Weide, Lynette Vander Weide, Michael Vander Weide, William Vander Weide, Sarah and Dami Aderemi, Anna and Glenn Wargo, Paul Kluitenberg, Miriam Kluitenberg, Joshua and Kristen Vander Weide, Grace and Isaac Serrano, Elise and Darren Kauffman, and Caleb Vander Weide; great grandchildren Nathan and Clara Steenwyk, Nicholas, Joshua, and Katherine Deehan, Elliot and Alecia Brundige, Danielle Frick, Maribeth and Christian Bilski, John William, Fleur, and Eleanor Vander Weide, Aaron and Anthony Vander Weide, Eva Vander Weide, Temitayo and Hyelhirra Aderemi, Peter and Micah Wargo; and great great grandchildren William Lowing, and Wyatt, Levi, and Graham Bilski.

John loved God and his church, East Paris Christian Reformed Church. He believed strongly in children as the future, loving his grandchildren and leading the boys club, Cadets, at his church for many years. He loved the beauty and wonder of God's creation. John was a role model for many as a man of integrity and positivity who always worked hard and loved his neighbor. He was a master plumber and owner of Kentwood Plumbing and Heating where he faithfully served his clients. John served in the military as a peacekeeper in Germany. He loved his country and it's flag, teaching his many grandchildren how to care for the flag. The family would like to thank the caregivers and staff from Leaves Personal Care and Faith Hospice for their loving care, as well as the many visitors and helpers. A funeral service will be held at Trinity Christian Reformed Church (660 S State St., Sparta, MI, 49345) on Saturday, August 20 at 5 pm. Relatives and friends may greet the family from 3:30 pm to 5 pm. Following the service, please join us for a meal and fellowship. Graveside service will be Tuesday, August 23, at 11am at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Christian Reformed Conference Grounds.