Alice Jellema Genzink, age 81, of Holland, passed away at her home on Wednesday, September 15, 2021.
Alice was born in 1939 in Hardegaryp, Friesland, Netherlands to Joe and Cornelia Jellema. Along with her family, she immigrated to the United States in 1948. On December 20, 1996, she and Donald Genzink married and made their home in Holland, MI.
She is survived by her husband of 24 years, Donald Genzink; siblings: Clara Jellema TenHarmsel, John Jellema, Sue McCormick Jellema Postma, and Arlene and Dean Rosendahl. Also surviving are Don’s wonderful children: David and Deborah Genzink, Mark and Donna Genzink, Kathy and Daniel Walcott, Kenneth and Jane Genzink, Susan and Ronald Geerlings, Laurie and Jay Prins; 21 grandchildren; many beloved great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces, nephews, and cousins.
Alice was preceded in death by her siblings: Jerry Jellema and Jane Jellema Koetje; as well as in-laws: Ed Koetje, Harvey TenHarmsel, Mildred Williams Jellema, Rhonda Genzink, and Brian Lohr.
Funeral services will be at 11:00 AM on Monday, September 20, 2021, at Graafschap Christian Reformed Church, 5973 Church Street, Holland, MI 49423. Pastor Dan Walcott will officiate. Visitation will be at church from 4:00-7:00 PM on Sunday, September 19. Burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Compassionate Heart Ministries, 404 Centerstone Ct. Zeeland, MI 49464.
To leave condolences for the family, please visit, www.langelandsterenberg.com.
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