Bernice Lohman, 92, of Holland, formerly of Overisel, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, August 25, 2021.
Bernice was born in Drenthe on October 12, 1928, to Lambert and Janet (Van Dam) Brouwer. Bernice married Bernard Lohman and they raised their four children in Fillmore/Overisel and were members of Overisel Christian Reformed Church. Bernard worked hard on their farm and Bernice worked hard in their home. Bernice enjoyed being busy playing, working, and lovingly interacting with her family and friends. She will be dearly missed.
Bernice was preceded in death by her husband Bernard, in 2003. She was also preceded in death by her brother Alvin Brouwer, and her sister-in-law Aletta Bosma.
She is survived by her children: Gary and Carol Lohman of Zeeland, Bonnie and Terry Garvelink of Overisel, Bev and Larry Grotenhuis of Overisel, Diane and Henry Kloosterman of Zeeland; eight grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, brother-in-law George and Virginia Lohman, sister-in-law Isla Brouwer.
A private graveside service will be held in Overisel Cemetery. A celebration of life open house in honor of Bernice will be 2:00-4:00 pm, Saturday, August 28, 2021, in the fellowship hall of Overisel CRC, 4724 142nd Ave., Holland MI 49423. Memorial contributions may be made to Benjamin’s Hope. Arrangements are by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland MI 49464. www.yntemafh.com
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