Jack was born in Holland October 3, 1961. He graduated from Holland High School and was a lifelong resident of the area. Jack worked as a truck driver for Zeeland Farm Services (ZFS), and could be frequently found on Mud Runs around the area and often at the Ottawa County Fair.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew and loved him.
Preceding him in death were his parents Roger and Isla, and Joan Perry; siblings Roger Buikema, Deb Polinsky, and Steve Polinsky.
Jack is survived by his wife of 41 years, Terri; 3 sons Jacob Buikema, Joshua (Nikki) Buikema, and Joseph (Nicole) Buikema; 10 grandchildren Lorelei, Cassandra, Morgan, Emma, Molly, Robert, Landon, Carter, Hailey, and Erron; siblings Claudia (Glenn) Ganzevoort, Tami (Rick) Elzinga, and Kyle (Debbie) Buikema; many extended family and friends.
A gathering to celebrate Jack’s life will be Tuesday, December 3, 2024 from 5-7pm at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland.
A celebration of life ceremony is being planned for a later time.
Memorial contributions in Jack’s honor can be made to the American Cancer Society or to the Autism Society.
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