Category Archives: Obituaries

Henrietta De Koster, age 95 of Holland, loving wife, aunt, great aunt, and friend went to her heavenly home Tuesday, August 20, 2024. She is survived by her husband of 74 years Donald; her nieces and ...

Roger A. DeGraaf, a man of deep faith, love, and dedication, passed away peacefully on August 16, 2024, at the age of 91. Born on May 21, 1933, Roger lived a life that exemplified commitment to his fa...

Cindy Lou Melton, 67, of Holland, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 18, 2024. Cindy was born July 8, 1957, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Thomas & Patrica White. Cindy was raised in Millbu...

Sarah Jane "Sadie" Klingenberg passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by her loving family, early Sunday morning, August 18, 2024, after running with great perseverance the race that had been ...

Susan M. Powers Balks, age 71, of Holland, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 15, 2024, surrounded by her family. Susan was born in Fort Lauderdale, Florida on March 16, 1953. When she was thr...

Mark A Rett, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Mark was born in Miami, FL but raised in Jackson, MI. He came to Holland to attend Hope College where he met his wife, Robin. Mark enjoyed...

Jean A. Behnke, age 83, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024. Jean was a teacher for over 30 years for Hamilton Community Schools and was a charter member of Haven Reformed Church. She loved her f...

Gabrielle Hosta, age 21, passed away unexpectedly of natural causes on Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Gabrielle was a sweet young lady, who enjoyed all sports at Holland High School, playing 4 years of v...

Kathleen Zsofia Baarman, 80, of Holland, passed away Thursday, August 15, 2024, at her home. Kathy was born July 12, 1944, in Mateszalka, Hungary, to Geza and Matilda (Oszten) Gyene. Kathy, her parent...

Vernon Jay Vander Zwaag, age 77, passed away on Monday August 12, 2024. Vern was born August 13, 1946 in Zeeland, MI to Lubert and Henrietta Vander Zwaag. He graduated from Holland Christian High Scho...