Arloa Tjapkes, 87
Arloa Jane Tjapkes, 87, passed away on Friday, Jan. 23, 2026.
Born on Jan. 29, 1938 in Zeeland, she was the beloved daughter of Albert and Aneline Westfield. Arloa graduated from high school in 1956.
She married the love of her life, Ronald Tjapkes, on May 16, 1958, and together they had two beautiful children. Arloa was a devoted wife and mother, residing in Holland.
Arloa was known for her love of caring for others and her supportive nature. She was a people person and a comedian who loved to joke with friends and family. Arloa enjoyed traveling with Ronald, and her children fondly remember their trips to Europe and Italy. She even kept black sand from their trip to Hawaii as a cherished memory.
Arloa is survived by her children, Brian (Stephanie) Westfield and Laurel (Brent) Webster; grandchildren, Isaac Schreur, Adan Tjapkes, Ethan (LeAnn) Tjapkes and Calla (Nate) Conroy; great-grandchild, Jude Conroy; brother-in-law, Jerry Vanderstelt; two nephews and many cousins. She was preceded in death by her husband, Ronald Tjapkes; brother, Darryl Westfield; and sister, Elaine Dawn Vanderstelt.
A memorial service will be held on Friday, Jan. 30, 2026, from 4 to 7 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland.
William Bolman, 89
William (Bill) Bolman, 89, of Jenison, formerly of Zeeland, died peacefully at his home on Thursday, Jan. 22, 2026, surrounded by his wife and family.
Bill was born on March 29, 1936 to William and Janet Bolman. He was raised on the family farm in Fillmore Township along with his older sisters, Caroline and Joan, and younger brother, Eugene. He graduated from Holland High School in 1954 where he participated in cross country, track, and band.
In 1955, Bill enlisted in the U.S. Army. He completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, Mo. He then served for two years at Rhein-Main Air Base in Germany and at an Air Force base in England as a special contingency of Army with Air Force (SCAWAF).
After returning from service, Bill met and married Marilyn Koster in 1959. They settled in Zeeland, where they raised three children, Patti, Janna, and Doug. He was employed by Zeeland Chemical for 39 years.
Bill was a lifelong member of First Reformed Church in Zeeland, where he served on consistory as both elder and deacon. His Christian convictions and commitment often shone through in his many volunteer activities and in the church community.
Bill was blessed with five wonderful grandchildren, Alex and Glen Mc Cormick, Ashley, Kristina, and Austin Bolman. Most recently he experienced the greatest joy in his life by welcoming great-granddaughter, Ruth Jacqueline Yonker. Later in life, Bill was again blessed to meet and marry Kay Vande Bunte in 2010.
The family is grateful to Kay for her loving caring of Bill. Also thank you to the staff and residents of Sunset Village, where Bill and Kay lived for the past six months. Special thanks to Corewell Health Hospice care team - Angie, Brian, and Holly.
Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife, Marilyn; and sisters, Caroline Voss and Joan Bolman.
Bill is survived by his wife, Kay; brother, Eugene (Lois) Bolman; children, Patti Mc Cormick (Richard Totino), Janna (Evan) Dawdy and Douglas (Tracy) Bolman; grandchildren, Alex Mc Cormick (Elizabeth Gonzalez), Glen Mc Cormick, Ashley (Reece) Yonker, Kristina Bolman,
Austin Bolman (Chloe Klamt); and great-granddaughter, Ruth Jacqueline Yonker.
Funeral services were held Monday, Jan. 26 at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, 125 E. Lincoln Ave. Burial was in West Drenthe Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Harvest Stand Ministries.
Garnet Runstrom, 96
Garnet Margaret Runstrom, 96, of Zeeland, passed away on Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2026.
Garnet was born on Jan. 5, 1930, in Conklin to Cornelis and Barbara (Schaefer) Wiltenburg. She was a graduate of Sparta High School. Garnet later married the love of her life, Raymond Runstrom. Together, they built their life in the Grand Rapids area while also wintering in sunny Florida, which allowed them to enjoy golfing together year-round. Garnet had a long career at AT&T (formerly Michigan Bell).
A devoted member of Bethlehem Lutheran Church in Grand Rapids for many years, she recently found a welcoming community at Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church in Holland, where her faith continued to be an integral part of her life.
Garnet is survived by her nieces and nephews: David Bouwkamp, Betty Poppema, Mary Schutte, Shawna Bouwkamp, Barbara Buescher, Vicki Schallhorn, Robert Wiltenburg, Arlo Wiltenburg Jr., Linda Napper, Kevin Wiltenburg, John Wiltenburg, Mary Kathryn Steenrod, David Runstrom, Thomas Runstrom, Virginia Campbell, James Runstrom and Eric Runstrom.
Garnet was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond Runstrom, in 2005; siblings, Delores and Willis Bouwkamp, Melvin and Shirley Wittenburg, Arlo and Barbara Wittenburg; nieces, Patty Yancey, Mary Wittenburg and Linda Wilcox; and nephew, Richard Runstrom.
Services for Garnet are being planned for a later date. Burial will be in Greenwood Cemetery in Grand Rapids. Arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St. Zeeland.
Memorial contributions may be given to Christ Our Savior Lutheran Church at 3151 120th Ave., Holland, MI 49424.
Barrett Dykgraaf, infant
Barrett Dykgraaf, almost 6-month-old son of Justin and Alexandra Dykgraaf, passed away Monday, Jan. 19, 2026.
Barrett was a precious gift whose life, though far too short, was filled with love, courage, and light. He was born with Campomelic Dysplasia, a rare form of skeletal dysplasia, but it never limited who he was or the love he gave. Barrett spent his first 35 days in the NICU, where he fought bravely each and every day, showing a strength far beyond his size. He continued his fight at home, surrounded by endless love. Barrett warmed the hearts of all who knew him with his sweet presence, his tight grip, his beautiful voice, and a smile and laugh that brought pure joy. He taught us about resilience, love without limits, and the profound impact one tiny soul can have.
Besides his parents, he is survived by his grandparents, Mark and Rebecca Golus, Jeff and Stephanie Dykgraaf, and Sara Eggerding-Dykgraaf; great-grandparents, Donald and Delphine Johnson, Ralph Golus, Ruth Dykgraaf, and Lee Eggerding; aunts, uncles, and cousins; godmother and aunt, Jaclyn Beach-Nelson and Zachary Nelson (Riley and Cameron), Elyse and Justin Hawley (Caledonia), Britleigh Strunk, Brandon and Karissa Dykgraaf (Griffin), Collin and Danielle Dykgraaf; and great aunt and uncle, Dona Johnson-Beach and Michael Beach.
The funeral service to honor Barrett’s life will be held Saturday, Jan. 31 at 11 a.m. at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Visitation will be Friday, Jan. 30, from 4 to 7 p.m., at the funeral home. Interment will be in Lakeshore Cemetery, Grand Haven.
Memorial contributions may be given to Corewell Health Foundation West Michigan.
David Holstege, 74
David Holstege, 74, of Holland, died unexpectedly on Monday, Jan. 19, 2026 at his home.
He was a member of Graafschap Christian Reformed Church and retired from the Herman Miller Zeeland plant after more than 40 years of employment.
Dave was the son of John and Jeanette Holstege. He was preceded in death by his parents and a brother, Bernard.
Dave is survived by his wife of 45 years, Elaine; children and grandchildren, Tim and Crista Holstege (Adilynn, Lacey, Kyler), and Lindsey and Dan Wede (Madison, Lucy); and sister, Ruth and Bob Gritter.
Funeral services were held Friday, Jan. 23 at Graafschap Christian Reformed Church, 5973 Church St., Holland. Burial was in Graafschap Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Zeeland Christian Schools or Graafschap Christian Education Opportunity Fund.
Lorne Berens, 94
Lorne Berens, 94, of Burnips, passed away Sunday, Jan. 18, 2026.
Lorne was preceded in death by his parents, 11 siblings, and two nieces and three nephews. He was a member of Burnips United Methodist Church. Lorne retired from General Electric.
He is survived by his sister, Una Miller; and many nieces and nephews.
A memorial service honoring Lorne’s life was held Saturday, Jan. 24 at Burnips United Methodist Church, 4241 30th St., Burnips. Arrangements were by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Nicholas Deters, 30
Nicholas J. Deters, 30, passed away unexpectedly of a cardiac event on Saturday, Jan. 17, 2026. Nicholas became a Gift of Life Donor, and his gifts impacted many other lives in tremendous ways.
Nicholas was born April 27, 1995, in Holland to Brent and Jillane (Van Dam) Deters. He graduated from Zeeland East High School in 2013 and Careerline Tech Center. Nick began working at Genzink Plumbing, later at Wassink Plumbing, and he was most recently working for Dimensional Plumbing.
Nick met Megan Swett in high school, and they married on Oct. 27, 2018. Nicholas and Megan were raising their three young children in Holland Township. He loved doing projects and giving rides to his kids on his John Deere tractor. Nicholas loved to play and rough house with Wesley and Wyatt and enjoyed snuggles and naps with Harper.
Nick was preceded in death by his father, Brent Deters, in 2021; Megan’s father, Paul Swett, in 2021, grandparents, Rich Van Dam, John Deters Jr. and Irene Deters, and Robert Swett; and uncle, Jeff Van Dam.
Nick is survived by his wife of seven years, Megan; their children, Wesley, Wyatt, and Harper; mother, Jillane (Van Dam) Deters; mother-in-law, Paula Swett; siblings, Elizabeth Deters and Matt Spangler, and Emily Deters; siblings-in-law, Andrew and Katy Swett and family, Josh and Kate Swett and family, and Danielle Swett; grandparents, Marla Van Dam, Donna Swett, and Raymond and Peggy Betts; and many extended family members.
Funeral services were held Saturday, Jan. 24 at Immanuel Church, 325 104th Ave., Holland. Interment was in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.
Instead of flowers, please consider a donation to Megan Deters - “Deters’ Children’s Education Fund’ in the check memo line, Macatawa Bank, 12415 Riley St., Holland MI 49424, or donate electronically at gofund.me/01eedab0a.
Lawrence Folkers, 79
Lawrence Neil Folkers, 79, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Jan. 10, 2026, with his family by his side.
Neil was born on June 6, 1946, in Reedley, California, to Lawrence E. and Vivian Folkers. He proudly served aboard the USS Kitty Hawk (CVA-63) in the United States Navy during the Vietnam War, a service that reflected and reinforced his lifelong sense of duty, integrity, and quiet strength.
A man anchored in faith, Neil placed his trust fully in his Savior, the Lord Jesus Christ. His faith guided how he worked, loved, and lived. He was steadfast and sincere throughout every season of life.
Neil lived in Reedley, Calif., Grand Junction, Colo., San Diego, Calif. and Zeeland. He worked as a car salesman, master craftsman, and finally over-the-road truck driver. He was a master woodworker, a lover of the outdoors, and found joy in simple moments; camping trips, beach days, campfires, and meals shared with family.
Neil was preceded in death by his parents, Lawrence E. and Vivian Folkers; and his sisters, Bonnie and Jane.
He is survived by his sister, Lela; sons, Lincoln (Leslie) Folkers and Eric (Erica) Folkers; grandchildren, Lincoln Jr. (Casey) Folkers, Darrion (Dain) Lewis, Josh (Lizzy) Folkers, Bella (Gavin) Brouwer, Caden Folkers, Gracie Folkers, and Ethan Folkers; and four great-grandchildren.
A memorial service was held Monday, Jan. 26 at The Foundry Church, 425 100th St., Zeeland. Interment was in Zeeland Cemetery (Original).
