Class Year: Sympathy to

David Roossien

David Paul Roossien of Holland, MI, passed away on Saturday December 2, 2023, at the age of 83. He was born in Holland, MI on April 28, 1940, to Richard and Minnie (Otting) Roossien. David was the oldest baptized member of Pillar Church, Holland, MI. David was a graduate of Davenport College. He retired after… Continue Reading →

Carol Schaap

Carol Craig Schaap, a radiant beacon of love, laughter, and generosity, passed away peacefully August 4, 2023 at her home in Grosse Pointe Park, Michigan, leaving a legacy that will continue to inspire and uplift all those who had the privilege of knowing her. Born on October 7, 1937, in Detroit, Carol’s journey was one… Continue Reading →

John (Jack) Stewart

Rev. John William Stewart, Jr. died at home on October 7, 2023. He leaves behind his wife Maureen and three sons: Calvin Stewart (Susan) of Silverthorne, CO and grandchildren: Olivia (Brock) Shoemaker and great-grandson Willem; Merrick (Kristi) and great-grandson Jackson Stewart, and Elissa Stewart (Todd Carpenter and son Carson); son Todd Stewart (Rebecca) of Wilmette,… Continue Reading →

Merrie Bannink

Merrie Bannink, age 78, passed away on Saturday, March 23, 2024. Merrie was married to Jack Bannink for 57 years and together they had four children who were her biggest passion. She had a master’s in counseling, taught at Holland Christian, and worked for Hope College for 22 years. She was a longtime volunteer at the Holland Free… Continue Reading →

Leo Martonosi

Leo Martonosi, at the age of 80, peacefully crossed the end zone for his final score to be with his Lord and Savior on Sunday January 28, 2024, surrounded by his family. His Superbowl playoff run began with his parents Leo Sr. and Helen Martonosi in Gladwin, Michigan on July 18, 1943. Leo was a… Continue Reading →

Peter Schakel

Peter Schakel was born on August 1, 1941, in Knoxville, Iowa, to Clara and Tunis Schakel. After the family moved to a house outside Pella, Iowa, he attended sixth, seventh, and eighth grade at the Amsterdam school, a one-room schoolhouse down the road. He graduated from Pella Christian High School, and then became the first in his family… Continue Reading →