Vern was born August 13, 1946 in Zeeland, MI to Lubert and Henrietta Vander Zwaag. He graduated from Holland Christian High School. Shortly after graduation, he joined the United States Army Reserve as a light vehicle driver. Vern met and married the love of his life, Glynda Vannette and they spent 57 wonderful years together.
Vern is survived by: his loving wife, Glynda; children, Cherie (Terry) Boetsma, Cathy (Terry) Schut, Shelly (Matt) Lubbers, and Brian (Sonya) Vander Zwaag; 15 grandchildren; 3 great grandchildren with the 4th arriving in November; siblings, Linda Lemmen, Ruth Kammeraad, Randy (Mary) Vander Zwaag; along with many in-laws, nieces, nephews, and cousins.
A private family service is being held Thursday.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children’s Hospital.
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