David R. Fagerstrom, age 81, stepped peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, May 28, 2026, under the care of Heritage Nursing & Rehab in Zeeland, and Corewell Health Hospice.
He was born on August 20, 1944, in Duluth, MN, to Roy and Doris Fagerstrom. Dave graduated from Holland High School. He went on to build a career working in the boating industry, Chris Craft, and ending his career at Fleetwood Furniture, along with owning Sun Island and Haircare for 34 years. Dave will be remembered for his warm spirit, his strong work ethic, and his ability to talk to anyone around him.
Dave was a man of steady faith. He loved the Lord and made it a priority to bring his family to church every week, passing down a meaningful foundation to his children. Genuinely personable and easy to talk to, Dave was always ready with a kind word, a warm smile, or an encouraging conversation for anyone he crossed paths with.
Dave was dearly loved and will be deeply missed by many. He was preceded in death just nine months ago by his beloved wife of 60 years, Marcia Fagerstrom. Together, they raised three children: Scott (Amy) Fagerstrom, Heidi (Todd) Berens, and Nicole (Derek) Prins. He was an incredibly proud grandfather to Brie (Geoff) Rouwhorst, Curtis Berens, Victoria (Spencer) Boeve, Marcus Brown, and Simon, Scarlett, and Iris Prins; step-grandchildren Tiyana Eklund and Shaelyn Espuet; and step-great-grandchild Tevea Espuet. He is also survived by his brother, Doug (Donna) Fagerstrom, and their daughter Darci (Jay) and her children Kyra and Arlie.
While his family will miss his presence deeply, they find immense comfort in knowing he is now at peace, free from pain, and reunited with his beautiful wife in the presence of his Lord and Savior.
Visitation will be held at Langeland-Sternberg Funeral Home on 16th Street on Sunday, June 14, 2026, from 5–7 p.m. The Celebration of Life service will be held on Monday, June 15, 2026, at 11 a.m. at Harderwyk Ministries (1627 W. Lakewood Blvd., Holland, MI 49424), with lunch to follow. Dad was known for wearing bright colors and bringing a little extra brightness wherever he went. In his honor, those attending the visitation or Celebration of Life are welcome to wear blue. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Immanuel Church.
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