Eleanor Mae (Slagh) Brunsell, age 90, of Holland, passed away on August 26, 2024.
Eleanor was born on September 21, 1933, in Holland, MI, the seventh child of John and Mamie Slagh. She graduated with honors from Holland Public Schools in 1951. She married Roger Brunsell on November 22, 1952, and together they raised their three children in Holland.
Eleanor dedicated 16 years of service as an executive secretary at Prince Machine Corporation and member of the V.F.W. Post 2144 Ladies Auxiliary and the women’s literary club.
She was a former member of Beechwood Reformed Church, where she was involved with several choirs. More recently Eleanor was an active member of Central Wesleyan Church, participating in the worship choir. Her passion for community service led her to co-found Ladder, Inc., providing affordable housing for individuals with mental illness. Her volunteer work extended to various institutions, including hospitals, Evergreen Commons, and Freedom Village, where she served as a secretary, librarian, and activities committee member.
She is survived by her children: David Brunsell, Debra (Keith) Zoerhof; five grandchildren and 18 great-grandchildren; as well as many nieces and nephews. Eleanor was preceded in death by her husband, Roger Brunsell and her son, Ronald Brunsell.
A funeral service will be held at 11:00 am on Saturday, August 31, 2024, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 East 16th Street, Holland, MI 49423. Visitation at the funeral home will be from 5:00-7:00 pm on Friday, August 30 as well as at 10:00 am prior to the service on Saturday.
Memorial contributions may be given to Ladder, Inc. or to the Freedom Village Student Scholarship Fund.
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