Del was born on January 24, 1950, in Holland, to Matt and Ruth (Wassink) Westrate. He graduated from Holland Christian High School and married Diane Molewyk on August 30, 1974. Del worked for Herman Miller for more than 35 years in various positions. Del and Diane are members of Hudsonville Reformed Church. He was a man of deep faith which was evident in his life. For many years he enjoyed selling new and used farm machinery to hobby farmers. He also repaired and restored various farm machinery implements. He especially enjoyed restoring his vintage 1946 Chevy firetruck. Del was a dedicated firefighter and first responder/EMT for Zeeland Township Fire Department. Del was loved and respected by everyone he knew, and he was a friend to all.
Del was proceeded in death by his parents and his daughter, Sarah Marie, aged 5 months. He is survived by his wife of 48 years, Diane, and their children and grandchildren: Cynthia and Dan Kuipers (Emma, Clara), Stephanie and Lem Pierrenoel, Matt and Jessica Westrate (Zach, Brody, Logan, Mason), Dan and Rita Westrate (Raelynn, Tucker), sister Nancy and Elmer Sjaarda, brothers Arlyn Westrate, Ron and Rhonda Westrate, Randy and Marcia Westrate, in-laws Randy Molewyk, Cal Molewyk, Mark and Linda Molewyk, Denise Molewyk, nieces, nephews, and many friends.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am, on Tuesday, November 22, 2022, at Hudsonville Reformed Church, 3950 Highland Dr, Hudsonville MI 49426. Visiting hours will be 1:00-3:00 pm and 6:00-8:00 pm, on Monday, November 21, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland MI 49464.
Interment will be in West Drenthe Cemetery. Memorial contributions to be made to Hospice of Holland.
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