Barb Graveling, age 67, of Zeeland, is now at peace in the arms of Jesus on Saturday, December 23, 2023 after a well-fought 7-year battle with cancer.
Barb was a loving wife, caring mother, and devoted grandmother. She was a member of Community Reformed Church with great faith and trust in the Lord. She treasured time with her family and grandkids who will miss her contagious smile and positive attitude.
Barb is survived by her husband of 49 years, Dennis; children and grandchildren: Ross & Monica Graveling (Isaac, Acacia, Selah), Eric & Jamie Graveling, Bruce & Lynae Graveling (Kinsley, Raegan, Tyce); siblings: Cindy (Fred) Bertsch, Terry Marlink, Wayne (Laura) Marlink, Lisa (Troy) DeJonge; siblings-in-law: Bev (Steve) Vander Hill, Cheryl (Fulton) Sheen; and many nieces, nephews, and close extended family.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Randall & Ruth (Veldheer) Marlink; and her in-laws, Melvin & Myrtle Graveling.
A time of visitation will be held from 4:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. on Tuesday, December 26, 2023 at Community Reformed Church, 10376 Felch Street, Zeeland. A funeral service will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, December 27, 2023 also at the church, with a time of lunch and refreshments to follow. The service will be livestreamed and can be viewed at https://commref.org/live. Private family burial will be in Zeeland Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to the Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan or Journey of Hope Yoga.
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