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James Bennett Hulsebus
Visitation: Thursday, Sept. 7, from 10 - 11 am at Stroo Funeral Home, followed by the service
Service: 11 am Thursday, Sept. 7, at Stroo Funeral Home
Cemetery: Resurrection
Memorials: Faith Hospice, 2100 Raybrook, SE, Suite 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
James B. Hulsebus, age 90, of Kentwood, entered his heavenly home on Sunday, September 3, 2017. Jim proudly served in the U.S. Navy during WWII and Korea. He retired from GM Diesel Equipment in 1982 as Superintendent of Manufacturing. His parents, Ben and Laura Hulsebus, preceded him in death. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 54 years, Dolores Hulsebus; his sons, James Jr. (Marlene) Hulsebus of Grandville, Terry (Kathy) Hulsebus of Hudsonville, Ben (Linda) Hulsebus of Wayland, John (Olga) Hulsebus of Mattawan, Joe (Lana) Hulsebus of Kalamazoo, Ken (Robin) Firlik of Holland; special granddaughter, Alixandria (Kevin) Scott of Portland, six grandchildren, three great grandchildren; sister, Rose Ellen Rybski of Grant; many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held on Thursday, September 7, from 10 - 11 am at Stroo Funeral Home, where the funeral service will begin at 11 am. Father Don Lomasiewicz officiating. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice.
Amos L. Brearley, Jr.
Visitation: Friday from 5 - 8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home
Service: 11 am Saturday, September 9, at Stroo Funeral Home
Cemetery: Lakeside, Caledonia
Memorials: Bowne Center United Methodist Church
Amos L. Brearley, Jr., age 86, a lifelong farmer in the Caledonia area, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 5, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, Amos Sr. and Ruth; grandson, Zachary Brearley; sisters, Ruth Brearley and Jean (Betz) Woolworth; brothers, Ronald Brearley and Donald Brearley, Sr.; two sisters-in-law and a brother-in-law. A loving husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather, Amos will be dearly missed by his wife of 64 years, Sarah; children, Sally (Doug) McClure, Larry Brearley, Bob (Marva) Brearley, Douglas Brearley; grandchildren, Donovan, Shannon, Nathan (Gabrielle), Janelle (Andy), Laura (Kyle), Lynsey (David), Amanda (Nathan) Rob (Becky), Lisa, Tara, Adam, Sarah, Matthew; 22 great grandchildren; sister, Ellen Deater, four sisters-in-law and one brother-in-law; many nieces and nephews. The funeral service will be held 11 am Saturday, September 9, at Stroo Funeral Home, with Joyce Hawkins officiating. Interment in Caledonia Lakeside Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Bowne Center United Methodist Church. The family will greet relatives and friends on Friday from 5 - 8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home.
George Alan Rookus
Visitation: Monday, September 11, at Rush Creek Bible Church (2334 76th St. SW) from 4 - 8 pm
Service: 11 am Tuesday, September 12, at Rush Creek Bible Church, 2334 76th St. SW
Cemetery: Winchester
Memorials: MS Society, 2020 Raybrook Street SE Suite 204
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
George Alan Rookus, age 71, of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord on Friday, September 8, 2017. George proudly served in the Army during the Vietnam war. He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Adeline Rookus; parents-in-law, Ralph and Wilma Murtland, and brother-in-law, Richard Bard. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 49 years, Karen; children, Stephanie (Chris) Warners, Dan Rookus; 10 grandchildren; Grampa Great to one great grandson; brother and sisters, Gary (Nancy) Rookus, Marcia Bard, Sheryl (Ernie) Smith; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Gerry Bott, Warren (Sue) Murtland, and Bob (Tammy) Sweeris. The family will greet visitors at Rush Creek Bible Church (2334 76th St. SW) on Monday, September 11, from 4 - 8 pm. The funeral service will be held 11 am Tuesday, September 12, at Rush Creek Bible Church, with Rev. John Spooner and Rev. Gary Leyendecker officiating. Interment in Winchester Cemetery. Contributions in memory of George may be made to the MS Society.
Steven H. Arnold
Visitation: At Heritage Baptist Church, 1570 60th St. SE, Friday, September 15 from 6 - 8 pm
Service: 11 am Saturday, September 16 at Heritage Baptist Church, 1570 60th St. SE
Memorials: Heritage Baptist Church or the Special Needs Trust for Matthew D. Arnold
Steven H. Arnold, age 76, of Caledonia, was called home by his Savior on Friday, September 8, 2017. Steve proudly served his country in the U.S. Army, and went on to work for Steelcase for 35 years. He was preceded in death by his son, Timothy, on October 21, 2015. Surviving are his wife of nearly 54 years, Marcy; two sons, Douglas Arnold and Michael (Nanci) Arnold; grandchildren, Steven, Kori, Kolin, Matthew, Rudy; sister, Belva Grizzel; mother-in-law, Marie Woolf; brothers-in-law, Bill (Sue) Woolf, Craig (Barb) Woolf; sister-in-law, Jane Arnold; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Visitation will be held Friday, September 15, from 6 - 8 pm at Heritage Baptist Church (1570 60th St. SE) where a memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, September 16, with Pastor Dave Graef and Pastor Tim Oberst officiating. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to Heritage Baptist Church or the Special Needs Trust for Matthew D. Arnold.
Mildred (Andringa) Van Tuinen
Visitation: AT FIRST CUTLERVILLE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH on Tuesday, September 12, from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m.
Service: 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, at First Cutlerville Christian Reformed Church, 1425 68th St. SW.
Cemetery: Winchester, Byron Twp., MI
Memorials: World Renew for hurricane relief efforts
Mildred (Andringa) Van Tuinen, age 102, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, September 9, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Wes, and a daughter, Marcia Slenk. Mildred will be lovingly remembered by her children, Leslie and Don Diekevers, Bill and Emese Van Tuinen, Ruth and Jim Sytsma, John and Jai Van Tuinen; her son-in-law, Glenn Slenk and his friend, Barb Vander Haak; 12 grandchildren; 31 great grandchildren; her sister, Arletta Stehouwer; many nieces and nephews. The family will greet relatives and friends from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. on Tuesday, September 12, at First Cutlerville Christian Reformed Church (1425 68th St. SW), where the funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Wednesday, September 13, with Rev. Ken Van Wyk officiating. Interment will be in Winchester Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to World Renew for hurricane relief efforts.
Merton E. Powell
Visitation: Friday, Sept. 15, from 6 - 8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home and Saturday prior to the service from 10 - 11 am at the church
Service: 11:00 am Saturday, Sept. 16, at Calvary Church, 707 East Beltline, NE
Cemetery: Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens
Memorials: Faith Hospice, 2100 Raybrook St., SE, Suite 300; Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Merton E. Powell, aged 92, of Caledonia formerly of Big Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, Sept. 9, 2017. Mert was born Oct. 21, 1924 in Topeka, Kansas. Mert served in The US Navy in the V-5 pilot program during WWII. He received his BS degree in business from the University of Missouri, MS degree from the University of Wisconsin, and his PhD from the University of Montana. He was a member of the Beta Theta Pi Fraternity while he was at the University of Missouri. Mert was a professor of business at Otero Junior College, University of Wyoming, Kansas State University, Ferris State University, Central Michigan University, and the Saginaw Chippewa Tribal College. He enjoyed spending time with his family, golfing, hiking, sports, and outdoor activities. Surviving are his wife of 52 years, Phyllis; sons, Todd (Karen) Powell, Douglas (Carolyn) Powell; grandchildren, Megan, Matthew, Michele, Olivia, Leah, Mia, Jackson; brother, Crosby Powell; and niece, Crosleen. Funeral Services will be held 11:00 am Saturday, Sept. 16, at Calvary Church, 707 East Beltline, NE with Pastor Joshua Mateer officiating. Interment in Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Mert may be made to Faith Hospice. The family will greet visitors on Friday from 6-8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home and Saturday prior to the service from 10 - 11 am at the church.
Rikus J. Mulder
Visitation: Saturday from 10 to 11 am at the Byron Center First Reformed Church followed by the service
Service: 11:00 am Saturday, Sept. 30, 2017 at Byron Center First Reformed Church, 2456 84th Street, SW, Byron Center, MI 49315
Cemetery: Winchester Cemetery
Memorials: Emmanuel Hospice, 2161 Leonard St., NW; Grand Rapids, MI 49504
MULDER - Rikus Mulder, age 90, passed away on September 13, 2017 at Clark Home. Rikus was preceded in death by his parents, Rikus Mulder and Mary (nee Boven); the love of his life, Eleanor (nee Nederveld); three of he and Eleanor's children - Rosemary, Roxanne & Rick; siblings, Ann, Tony, Grace, Charles, Jeanette, Ethel (Babe), George, Ruth, and John. He is survived by his daughter, Robin Savara, son Randy Mulder, daughter-in-law, Pamela Mulder, special family friend, Denise Gill. Grandchildren, Ryan, Hannah, Ragan, Jillian, Clayton, and Owen. Great grandchildren, Lukas, Jackson, Coleman, Mason, and Eleanor Grace. Sisters, Lois (Ken), Eunice (Clarence) and sister-in-law, Esther. In June of 1927, Rikus was born on the family farm near Prosper, MI. He was known to many of his nieces and nephews as Uncle June. Junior to some folks and Rick to many. Growing up on the farm provided him with a wealth of experiences that many of today's children do not benefit from. Of course, there was the work of being on a family farm and a member of a large family. There was also the fun of exploring the woods and gathering fish, fowl, and fur. Rikus met Eleanor in Cutlerville, MI. They were married in 1949 and moved to Byron Center, MI. Their marriage spanned nearly sixty years. Saturday entertainment was often an auction. He taught children to appreciate camping, fishing, and hunting and they took the kids and grandkids camping frequently. They continued to do this until shortly before Eleanor's passing. Rikus spent most of his working years traveling throughout West Michigan repairing appliances, lawn equipment and the like. For a majority of that time he worked for the Montgomery Ward Company. After Rikus retired from Wards, they built their dream home in Allegan County, MI and Gun Lake Community became their new home church. Rikus and Eleanor spent eighteen winters in Mission, TX. They took an extended driving trip from MI to Alaska, down the west coast and back to Michigan. It was quite an adventure. They went on a Western European tour that they truly enjoyed and talked of often. In later years, Rikus spent his free time building birdhouses, yard benches, chests, canes flowers and other wood crafts. Most of these works were branded with RJM and he donated many hundreds of his handmade items to local charities and shared them with family and friends. Services will be held on Saturday September 30, 2017 at First Reformed Church of Byron Center, 2456 84th St SW, Byron Center, MI 49315. Visitation beginning at 10:00 AM and the Service at 11:00 AM. After the luncheon, interment will take place at Winchester Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Hospice 2161 Leonard NW, Grand Rapids MI 49504.
Dean E. Brinks
Visitation: Wednesday from 5 - 8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home and Thursday, prior to the service from 1 - 1:45 pm at the church
Service: 2 pm Thursday, September 21 at Moline Christian Reformed Church, 4341 Chappell St.
Memorials: The ALS Association - Michigan Chapter for research and cure, 678 Front St. Suite 159, Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Dean E. Brinks, age 61, of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord on Sunday, September 17, 2017. His father, Jay Brinks, and father-in-law, William Kamphuis, preceded him in death. Dean will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 40 years, Marlene; his children, Reuben Brinks, Wesley (Deb) Brinks, Anita Brinks; grandchildren, Calvin, Natalie, Noelle; mother, Marie Brinks; sisters and brothers, Susan (John) Miller, Richard (Marilyn) Brinks, James (Karen) Brinks, Patricia (Michael) Zuiderveen, Michael (Lisa) Brinks; mother-in-law, Wilma Kamphuis; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Lynda (Doug) Zimmerman, Randall (Meribeth) Kamphuis; many nieces, nephews and friends. A memorial service will be held at 2 pm Thursday, September 21, at Moline Christian Reformed Church, 4341 Chappell St., with Rev. Jim DeZeeuw, officiating. Memorial contributions may be made to the ALS Association - Michigan Chapter for research and cure. The family will greet visitors on Wednesday from 5 - 8 pm at Stroo Funeral Home and Thursday prior to the service from 1 – 1:45 pm at the church.
