Class Year: 1950

Marjorie Jean (Fenton) Davis, 94 years of age, passed on from this world suddenly on Thursday, January 4, 2024. Marjorie lived a long and diverse life. She was born in Sudbury, Ontario, Canada on November 24, 1929, where her father worked as an engineer in the nickel mines in that area. Her family moved to… Continue Reading →

Mary Elizabeth ( Voskuil) Haveman, age 96, of Holland died Tuesday, January 2, 2024, at Resthaven – Jacob’s House. For the first 9 years of her life Mary lived in China where her heart for serving others blossomed. Her parents were devoted missionaries with the Amoy China Mission of the Reformed Church in America. Mary was… Continue Reading →

Frances Divine Scholten Rinkus of Holland, MI departed her earthly home to join her Savior December 26, 2023. She was born in Tarrytown, NY January 28, 1929 to The Reverend Walter Augustus and Frances Marion Thoms Scholten. In 1948, Frances attended Hope College in Holland, MI where she met Donald Eugene Rinkus; they married in 1949. She faithfully… Continue Reading →

John Rookus, age 92, passed peacefully at his home in Moline, surrounded by family, December 9, 2023. He was born in Zeeland, Michigan January 17, 1931, the son of Elizabeth (Betty) Rookus. He was raised in Zeeland, alongside his grandparents, John and Kate Rookus, and many loving uncles and aunts. In high school and throughout college, he worked… Continue Reading →

Sherwin Wayne Kamps, age 89, of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, November 11, 2023, at his home. He was born on November 23, 1933, to George and Arendena (Cramer) Kamps. He married his beautiful bride, Ruth Laninga, on January 27, 1955. Sherwin served in the US Army from 1956-1958… Continue Reading →

Rev. Thomas D. Keizer, age 90, of Grand Rapids, MI died Thursday, January 11, 2024. He was preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Marguerite Keizer. Thomas is survived by his wife, Erma Van Dyke Keizer; children, Thomas B. ’80 (Celine) Keizer, Gretchen ’83 (Edward) Berry, Stephen ’86 (Marg0) Keizer; grandchildren, Jonathan (Alaina) Keizer,… Continue Reading →

Richard Allen Bolt, age 89, was called to his heavenly home on Sunday, December 3, 2023. Richard was the beloved son of parents, Richard and Eva (Roskamp) Bolt. Following his graduation from Hope College, Dick (Rich to his family) served in the U.S. Navy. He retired in his 70’s from Good GMC after many years as the… Continue Reading →

J. Dean Hogenboom ’56 of Lombard, Illinois, formerly of Oak Park, Illinois, died on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.  He was 89. He was born on May 25, 1934, in Fairview, Illinois, to the Rev. Josh ’25 and Dena (Habink ’22) Hogenboom.  He graduated from Holland (Michigan) High School in 1952. He majored in mathematics at… Continue Reading →

Marilyn A. Idsinga, age 90, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 8, 2023, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on May 15, 1933, to Thomas and Lillian Kotlan in Berwyn, IL. She made her way to West Michigan with her family in her early 20’s. Upon moving here, she continued her education at Hope… Continue Reading →

Helena J. Lawrence, 95, of Sioux City passed away on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at a local care facility. Funeral Services will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, December 1, 2023 at Meyer Brothers Morningside Chapel. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Interment will be at Memorial Park Cemetery. Online condolences may… Continue Reading →

Dr. John C. De Vries, of Lake Oswego, OR, passed away on November 26, 2023 at the Springs Lake Oswego after months of challenging health issues. An anesthesiologist practicing in Portland for over 30 years, John cared deeply about his family and friends while living a purposeful life taking care of patients. After retiring in… Continue Reading →

Joanna Marston passed away on November 21, 2023 in New Jersey, with her loving children and her husband of 40 years at her side. Joanna Marson McIntyre was born in Yonkers, NY, to Mary Snow (née Norton) McIntyre and Edwin P. McIntyre. She grew up in Hastings-on-Hudson, NY, the youngest of three children. Joanna graduated from Hastings-on-Hudson… Continue Reading →

Anita Jean TeHennepe, 88, of Franklin, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday Dec. 20, 2023, in the company of her family. A gifted musician, artist, cook, teacher, friend, mother, and wife, she will be dearly missed and fondly remembered by her family and friends. Anita was born in Central Park, Holland, Mich. She attended Hope… Continue Reading →

Alice Marie Brink Kooyers, age 88, a blessing and joy to all who knew her, passed away on January 24, 2024. She was beloved by her family, kindhearted to all, and treasured by many friends and neighbors. Alice’s faith brought her peace throughout her life. As a devoted member of Trinity Reformed Church, she loved worshipping… Continue Reading →

Dr. George Orthel Van Verst, 88, son of Katherine and Paul Van Verst, brother to David and Richard Van Verst, passed away peacefully in his home on Friday, December 8th, 2023. He is preceded in death by his first wife, Mary Ellen Vugteveen (d. 2004) and survived by their children, Janet ’83 and Scott ’62 Van Verst, husband to Mary Vosteen. George… Continue Reading →

Janet Baird Weisiger, age 87 passed away Wednesday, January 17, 2024. Janet was a native of New Jersey, attended Hope College, Holland, Michigan and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from College of Physicians and Surgeons, Columbia University, New York City. She had held positions in public health, psychiatric and geriatric nursing. She also held… Continue Reading →

It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Larry Richard Ter Molen, a distinguished and foundational figure in the world of fundraising, a kind and generous community booster, and most of all a beloved and loving family man. Larry left this world on February 9, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of kind and supportive… Continue Reading →