Wesley Drost

Wesley M. (“Wes”) Drost, 86, of Holland, entered the gates of heaven on Sunday, February 27, 2022, at Rest Haven Care Center after a lengthy battle with Multiple Sclerosis.

Wes was the son of Julius and Julia Drost and graduated from Holland High School. He was a longtime member of Messiah’s Independent Reformed Church.

He married Betty Heetderks on June 21, 1957, and raised their children in Hamilton. For many years he worked for Hamilton Block and Redi-mix and Brewers City Dock. Wes loved woodworking and also loved hunting.

He is survived by his wife of 64 years, Betty; their children, Cindy and Kraig Meyer, Tim and Shawn Drost, Steve and Nancy Drost, Mike and Lynda Drost, Rachel and Garry Prins; 12 grandchildren, 14 great-grandchildren; siblings, Deanna and Paul Payne, Bill and Marla Drost, Alyce and Paul Groenveld; sister-in-law, Joann Heetderks; many nieces and nephews.

Services are being planned for the week of March 14.
Memorial contributions may be given to Messiah’s Independent Reformed Church Building Fund, 4528 48th St., Holland, 49423. To leave condolence and more information, please visit www.langelandsterenberg.com.