Sylvia Ver Hoef, 103
Sylvia Mae Ver Hoef, 103, of Holland, met her Lord and Savior on Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Sylvia was a charter member of Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church. Through the years, she worked at a variety of places including Heinz in Holland, manufacturing airplane parts for World War II, two bakeries, and the church. She raised her family and attended every sporting event of her grandchildren that she could.
In retirement, she and her husband volunteered for World Renew. She was a faithful volunteer for Holland Hospital, Holland Heights Church, and the Center For Women in Transition, all where she used her gentle encouraging spirit to be a calming presence to patients, individuals, and families alike.
Sylvia was preceded in death by her husband, Julius "Juke" Ver Hoef; son-in-law, Paul De Weerd; son-in-law, Dennis Overbeek, brother, Floyd Daning; sister, Maxine Biolette; and sister, Beverly Bauder.
She is survived by her children, Judy Overbeek, David and Rachel Ver Hoef, Marilyn De Weerd VanderWilp, and Kathy and Paul Van Lente; grandchildren, Steve and Kim Overbeek, Becky and Steve Laninga, Ryan Overbeek, Julie and Todd Russell, Kelly and John Foley, Deb and Shaun Bloem, Tom and Emily De Weerd, Greg and Mary De Weerd, Michael and Kelly Van Lente, Heather and Tom Bouathong, and Sarah and Chris Timmer; 31 great-grandchildren; sister, Bonnie Kragt; brother-in-law, Edward Bauder; nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Visitation with the family is 1 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, 2026, at Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church, 836 East 8th St., Holland. A Celebration of Life will be at 2 p.m. that same day, also at Holland Heights CRC, with Rev. George DeJong and Rev. Ralph Beidler officiating. Burial will take place in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in Sylvia's honor may be given to World Renew, a ministry of the Christian Reformed Church, at worldrenew.net/about-us or by mail to 8970 Byron Commerce Drive SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.
Phyllip Hamming, 87
Phyllip A. Hamming, 87, arrived at his heavenly home on Saturday, Feb. 28, 2026.
Phil owned Crawler Rebuilders with his brothers John, Alfred, and Perk, who have all predeceased him. He was also preceded in death by his wife, Diane (Kiel) Hamming, in 2013 and his son-in-law, Rick LePard, in 2019.
Phil is survived by his wife Marcia (Miedema-Palmbos), his children, Darrin and Sheri, their five children and three grandchildren; Darcy and Keith Payne, their two children and three grandchildren; Darlyn LePard, her three children and four grandchildren. Marcia's four children and spouses, 15 grandchildren, and three great-grandchildren also mourn Phil's death.
When Phil first introduced himself to Marcia's children, he laid out the facts of his life - how he played fastpitch softball, his work on tracks of heavy-equipment (his physique indicated his strength), but most importantly, he was a child of God.
Phil had a hearty laugh, and he found humor in everything. He will be remembered for his beautiful, rich baritone singing voice, a natural God-given talent that he used for God's glory throughout his life.
A memorial service was held Wednesday, March 4 at Beaverdam Christian Reformed Church, 5166 64th Ave., Hudsonville. Private burial was in Blendon Township Cemetery.
Marcia's church family and any others who wish to greet her may do so following morning worship at Beaverdam CRC on Sunday, March 8, from 11 to 12:30 pm.
Memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Hospice. Arrangements by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Paul Volkers, 91
Paul Jay Volkers, 91, of West Olive, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.
Funeral services will be held Friday, March 6 at 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran Church, 389 James St., Holland. Visitation will be prior to the service from 10 to 11 a.m. at Peace Lutheran.
A committal service will be held after the funeral at 1 p.m. at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, 994 Paw Paw Dr., Holland.
Mary Ann Geurink, 69
Mary Ann Geurink, 69, of Overisel, passed away Friday, Feb. 27, 2026.
Mary was preceded in death by her husband, Sherwin, in 1999; her daughter, Sarah, in 2025; her infant son, Arlyn; and her parents, Eli and Margie Kalman.
Mary was born on Oct. 24, 1956, to Eli and Margie Kalman and was raised on the family dairy farm in Forest Grove. She was a member of Overisel Reformed Church; and she worked as a receptionist in a dental office for 22 years. Mary never lost her Christian faith even through the struggles and loss she endured.
She is survived by her children and grandchildren, Scott and Michelle Geurink (Kelsey, Morgan, and Riley), and David and Emily Geurink (Aubree, Reese, and Jolee); sister, Marcia Harmsen; sister-in-law, Sandy and Mark Hoffman; and several nieces and nephews.
A funeral service to honor Mary’s life will be held at 12 noon Friday, March 6 at Overisel Reformed Church, 4706 142nd Ave., Holland. Interment will be in East Holland Cemetery. Visitation will be 4-7 p.m. today at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.
Edward Van Timmeren, 92
Edward “Lou” Van Timmeren, 92, passed away on Thursday, Feb. 26, 2026.
Edward was born to Edward Sr. and Dolores (Alari) Van Timmeren in Los Angeles, Calif., on Jan. 14, 1934. Edward’s parents moved to Eastmanville, where he spent the rest of his childhood, when he was 6. Later in life, after returning from two years of Army service in Alaska, Ed married the love of his life, Janice, in 1960. They were blessed with many joyful years together here in West Michigan, working, playing, and raising their two boys, Edward R. and Eric.
Edward is deeply missed by his children, Edward R. and Nicole (Folkening) Van Timmeren, and Eric D. Van Timmeren, as well as his extended family and friends.
Edward was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Janice I. Van Timmeren, and his beloved sister and brother – Jackie (Van Timmeren) Glass and her husband Wayne Glass, and Ken and Jan Van Timmeren.
A brief memorial service will be held Sunday, March 8 at 2 p.m., with a time of fellowship and refreshments to follow until 4 p.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Eugene Gingrich, 80
Eugene L. Gingrich, 80, of Zeeland, passed away on Friday, Feb. 20, 2026.
Eugene was born on June 1, 1945, in Fremont to Harrison and Mildred Gingrich. He enjoyed a fulfilling career as an engineer, first at Robertshaw Controls and later at Gentex Corporation, from which he retired after 20 years.
Eugene was a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, particularly caring for his beloved wife, Marilyn, during her courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. The couple was active members of Westshore Christian Church prior to her diagnosis. Additionally, Eugene was a ham radio enthusiast as well as target shooting.
He is survived by his children, Mary Bolton and Keith Franklin; grandchildren, Steve Franklin, Levi Franklin, Christina Franklin, Justin Franklin, and Lucretia Collins; 14 great-grandchildren and five great-great-grandchildren; and daughter-in-law, Jan Crothers.
Eugene was preceded in death by his wife, Marilyn Gingrich, in 2023; and his son, Steven A. Franklin, in 2014.
A memorial visitation celebrating Eugene and Marilyn will take place from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, March 14 at Westshore Christian Church, 3062 120th Ave., Holland.
Steven DeLange, 70
Steven R. DeLange, 70, of Holland, passed away Monday, Feb. 23, 2026, at his home surrounded by his loved ones.
Steve grew up in Kentwood with his five younger brothers. He attended East Kentwood High School and worked in various construction trades and ended his career truck driving for Al-Van Motor Freight.
Steve loved nature and enjoyed many activities in the beauty that God created. He loved sharing those passions with his family by including them, whether it was fishing for salmon on Lake Michigan on board the Donna Mae, going on hunting trips, and even teaching how to reload your own ammo.
Steve was preceded in death by his parents, Raymond and Donna DeLange; son-in-law, Randy Kruisenga; and nephew, Aaron DeLange.
Steve is survived by his partner, Jodie Gulch; children, Eric DeLange, Stephanie Kruisenga, Sarah Jelsema, Emily DeLange, Adam DeLange and Allison DeLange; stepchildren, Johnathan Gulch and Melinda Gulch; grandchildren, Maddie, Brooklynn, Mason, Hudson, Shayla, Lauryn, Isabella, Jaxon, Abree, Ryann, Logan, and two more on the way; siblings, Jon DeLange, Don DeLange, Alex DeLange, Jonathan DeLange and Ben DeLange; and stepmother, Carol DeLange.
Visitation took place Friday, Feb. 27, at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Burial and a graveside committal service was held Saturday, Feb. 28 at Boynton Cemetery in Byron Township.
Dorothy Bareman, 86
Dorothy Bareman, 86, of Zeeland, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 22, 2026.
Born on Dec. 25, 1939, in Holland, Dorothy was a cherished member of her community and family. Dorothy and Al Bareman were blessed with 59 years of marriage. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and sister, always placing her family at the center of her life.
Dorothy could often be found in her flower garden both at her home in Zeeland and at Sandy Pines. People would always stop to chat with her and comment how beautiful her flowers were. Dorothy was a member at Sandy Pines for more than 45 years where she enjoyed spending her time with family and friends simply sitting around campfires as well as other activities like the flea markets to Sunday worship.
Dorothy is survived by her sons, Ken Bareman, David (Sally) Bareman and Tim (Roxanne) Bareman; sisters, Carol Kragt and Phyllis Dyke; grandchildren, Torry (James) Gargano, Jaycob (Leah) Bareman, Chad (Brittany) Bareman, Andrea (Chad) Czyzewicz, Ryan Bareman and Alisa (Logan) Windham; and great-grandchildren, Keagan, Savanah, Jaxson, Tye, Beckett, Everett, Brooklyn and Camryn.
Funeral services were held Thursday, Feb. 26 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland. Dorothy was laid to rest at Restlawn Memorial Gardens, 994 Paw Paw Dr., Holland.
Memorial contributions can be made to Sandy Pines Lakeside Chapel, 3794 Rain Tree, Hudsonville, MI 49426.
Deacon Essenburg, 8 mo.
Deacon Randall Essenburg, beloved son of Mitchell and Jamie Essenburg, passed away on Saturday, Feb. 21, 2026 at just 8 months of age.
Born on June 4, 2025, Deacon brought immeasurable joy to everyone who knew and loved him. Deacon loved cuddles and had just learned to pull your cheek toward him for one of his signature sloppy kisses.
Deacon is survived by his parents, Jamie and Mitch Essenburg; his older sisters, Jayden and Madison; grandparents, Randy and Roxanne Essenburg, and Randy and Hilda Westrate; great-grandparents, Arend and Janet Buitenhuis; aunts and uncles, Katie, Kevin, Travis, Stephanie, Cody, Laura and Sam; and cousins Janelle, Corbin and Hailey.
Deacon was preceded in death by his great-grandparents, Nellie and Chet Westrate, Simon and Joan Essenburg, and Kenneth and Helen VanDerKooi.
A service of joy (memorial service) was held on Friday, Feb. 27 at Foundry Church, 425 100th Ave., Zeeland.
