Scott Ter Vree, age 68, of Zeeland, Michigan, passed away peacefully at his home on January 8, 2025.
Scott was born in Zeeland on January 25, 1956. He went to Holland High School and later married his loving wife, Dawn, on May 3, 1980. They enjoyed 44 wonderful years of marriage and though they never had children of their own, they were blessed to raise Karl Kraai, whom they loved like a son.
Scott’s career began early, learning the trucking trade from his father, Bernie, a lifelong truck driver. After finishing school, Scott followed in his father’s footsteps, driving trucks for several companies, including Fillmore Beef, Holland Rendering, LP Transport, and DD Wind. In addition, Scott and his brother Tim founded their own business, Ter Vree Towing.
Scott had many passions in life. He enjoyed camping, fishing, canoeing, and riding quads and motorcycles with family and friends. He was known for his adventurous spirit and his love for the outdoors.
He is survived by his wife of 44 years, Dawn; like a son, Karl Kraai (Roberta); his brothers, Bob (Deb) Ter Vree, Mike (Kim) Ter Vree, Tim Ter Vree, Dave (Laurie) Ter Vree, and Tom Ter Vree; and his in-laws, Donna (Jerry) Hamberg, Doug (Kim) Mossel, Nancy (Todd) Van Antwerp, Deb (Brian) Swanson, and Brenda (Tim) Price. He is also survived by his best friend, Bruce (Patti) Melhorn, as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins, and close friends.
Scott was preceded in death by his parents, Bernie and Joan Ter Vree.
The family would like to express their heartfelt gratitude to Terry Van Antwerp for his unwavering love, support, and commitment to Scott during his final years. The family also extends their thanks to the dedicated care providers, including Pastor George Kantz, and Pastor/Apostle Rick Thompson and Pastor Skyler Thompson formerly from Saranac, MI now Marion, MI the team at Gentiva Hospice, and all the medical professionals who cared for Scott with compassion.
A funeral service will be held on Friday, January 17, 2025, at 12:00 Noon at Dykstra Funeral Home Northside Chapel on Ottawa Beach road, with Pastor George Kantz officiating. Visitation will be held from 10:00 AM to 11:45 AM prior to the service.
Memorial contributions may be made to Samaritan’s Purse, PO Box 3000, Boone, NC 28607.
The family finds comfort in knowing that God placed the right people in Scott’s life, and they take solace in His promise that “He will never leave nor forsake him.”
Arrangements have been entrusted to Dykstra Funeral Home.
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