Leona Boerigter, 95
Leona Boerigter, 95, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025.
Leona had a caring spirit and genuinely cared for people and this expressed itself particularly with the elderly and with those in need. As a mother, she was supportive, a hard worker, and was always there.
She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Gordon D. Boerigter, in 2008.
She is survived by her children, Terri and Tony Colasacco, Pam and Doug Ebels, Daryl and Jean Boerigter, and Marianne Boerigter; grandchildren, Cara and Nick Lindamood, Gianina Colasacco, Erin and Matt Anastas, Bria and Dave DeBoer, Peter and Sylvia Colasacco, Andrea and Fred Jensen, Mike Simi and Kate Beck, Charlie and Nikki Simi, Turner Terry, and Brecken Terry; great-grandchildren, Camille, Allie, Mariana, Nathaniel, Fitz, Jayna, Lauryn, Rhett, Brooke and Kate; and nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, Nov. 25, at Hamilton Reformed Church, 3554 M-40, Hamilton. Burial took place in Riverside Cemetery in Hamilton.
In lieu of flowers, please consider memorial contributions in Leona’s honor to be given to Hospice of Holland at hollandhospice.org or by mail to 270 Hoover Blvd., Holland, MI 49423.
Nathan Becksvoort, 99
Nathan J. Becksvoort, 99, of Holland, died Saturday, Nov. 22, 2025 at an area care center.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Evelyn in 2005.
Nathan was a lifelong member of Graafschap Christian Reformed Church and was active as an elder, deacon, cadet leader, and in the Men’s Society. He was the Laketown Township Clerk for many years and served on various agriculture boards. He was a lifelong farmer and volunteered for Bibles for Mexico-Legacy Thrift.
Nathan is survived by his children; Beverly and Paul Geurink, Carol and Ken Nagelkirk, Nancy and Jeff Voorhorst; grandchildren, Darrin and Rachelle Geurink, Dan Geurink, Danae and Rob Visser, Ryan and Jami Nagelkirk, Ross and Jessica Nagelkirk, Katy Voorhorst, Brad and Rachel Voorhorst; 11 great-grandchildren; in-laws, Donna and Gerard Timmer; several nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025 at Graafschap Christian Reformed Church, 5973 Church St., Holland, with Rev. Philip Kok officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap Cemetery. Visitation will be from 4 to 6 p.m. Friday, Nov. 28, also at Graafschap CRC.
Memorial contributions may be given to Gentiva Hospice.
Harriet Boerman, 98
Harriet Boerman, 98, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.
Harriet was born on April 3, 1927, in Zutphen to Lucas and Tillie DeKleine. Growing up on the family farm alongside her siblings shaped her early years and prepared her well for the life she would build when she married a farmer from Bentheim. On Aug. 16, 1949, Harriet wed Jerald Boerman, and the two shared 71 years of marriage until Jerald’s passing in 2020.
After finishing school, Harriet worked in a sewing factory in Holland, where she helped produce military jackets. She continued there until expecting her first child. Once settled on the farm, she operated her own chicken business, caring for as many as 1,000 chickens at a time, and sold eggs to neighbors as well as a local distributor.
Harriet was a member of Bentheim Reformed Church for 76 years.
Harriet was preceded in death by her husband, her parents, and her siblings, Nora (Wynard) DeKleine-Kloosterman, Edwin (Bernice) DeKleine, Dorothy (Nelson) Victory, and Mildred (Harry) Boes. She was also preceded in death by an infant son, Duane; grandson, Ryan Boerman and brother-in-law, Mike Boerman.
Harriet is survived by her children, Darwin and Diane Boerman, Dawn and Brian Vander Hulst; grandchildren and great-grandchildren, Emily Boerman, Marissa Boerman, Matthew and Megan Vander Hulst (Noella, Thys) and Amy Vander Hulst; sister-in-law, Juella Boerman; and nieces and nephews.
The Boerman family is profoundly grateful for the kindness and excellent care that their mom received from the Royal Park staff and community over the last 13 years.
Private burial was to take place in Bentheim Cemetery. A memorial service in Harriet’s honor will be held at 1 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 20, 2025, at Bentheim Reformed Church, 3997 38th St., Hamilton. Visitation will be from noon to 12:45 p.m. on Dec. 20, prior to the memorial service at Bentheim Reformed Church.
Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice.
Arrangements by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Lisa Nienhuis, 66
Lisa Joan Nienhuis, 66, of Ann Arbor, passed away on Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025.
Born on Feb. 15, 1959, Lisa lived a life filled with love, adventure, and a youthful spirit. She was married to Tom Nienhuis, with whom she shared a deep bond. Tom’s work brought them to Ann Arbor, where they made their home together.
Lisa had a passion for traveling, with Las Vegas, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. being among her favorite destinations. Despite battling health issues, she managed to stay a kid at heart and anyone who met Lisa could see the innocence that she embodied.
Lisa was preceded in death by her husband, Tom Nienhuis; father, Robert King Jr.; mother, Priscilla; sisters, Colleen Steele and Rita Waroway; brother, Russell King; and parents-in-law, Roger and Colleen Nienhuis.
Lisa is survived by her brother, Robert King III; sisters, Priscilla Sale, Patricia Kleis, Amanda King, and Grace Bartrand; brother-in-law, Ron (Cindy) Nienhuis; and sister-in-law, Lee (Rudy) Ysquierdo.
A celebration of life for Tom and Lisa is planned for Thursday, Dec. 4 from 5 to 7 p.m. at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland.
Dennis Gabrys, 76
Dennis John Gabrys, 76 of Holland, passed away Thursday, Nov. 20, 2025 at Medilodge in Holland.
Dennis was born in Chicago March 15, 1949 to John and Ann Marie (Daley) Gabrys. He was a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and retired from General Motors after 39 years of service.
He is survived by his wife, Joyce; children, Brian and Matthew Gabrys; siblings, Sue Gabrys, Kathy Gabrys and Bert Gabrys; many extended family and friends.
A celebration of Dennis’ life with military honors is being planned for a later time.
Mary Van Iwaarden, 82
Mary Van Iwaarden [Raterink], 82, passed away peacefully at Resthaven, surrounded by family on Wednesday, Nov. 19, 2025.
Born on Dec. 27, 1942, in Zeeland, Mary was the daughter of Ben and Mary Raterink [Nagelkirk]. She was a graduate of Holland Christian High School, and in 1987, graduated from Hope College with a major in religion.
Mary cherished her family and lived to serve and edify each one of them. Known very affectionately as Mimi by all her grandchildren, including Danielle Van Iwaarden, Catherine DeMino, Deborah Van Iwaarden, Dorothy Van Iwaarden, Dana Van Iwaarden, Davina Van Iwaarden and Daniel Jr. Van Iwaarden. She was preceded in death by her parents, seven siblings, and four in-laws.
She will be remembered for her deep faith, her love of family and friends, her zeal to spread the love of Jesus and her big heart including a dedication to several charities and churches in the Holland/Zeeland area. She will be deeply missed by all who were blessed to know her. Mary worked at Roamer Yachts and served as Ward Clerk at Zeeland Community Hospital for many years, from which she retired in 2004.
Mary held volunteer positions with Lakeshore Pregnancy Center, Central Wesleyan Church, and numerous other charitable organizations. Mary had many friends and made deep connections in the Holland/Zeeland area. She loved getting together with family and friends to play games, cook, and travel.
She is survived by daughter, Deborah (Ken) DeMino; and sons, Mark (Tracey) Van Iwaarden and Daniel (DJ) Van Iwaarden; brother, Floyd Raterink and sisters-in-law, Norma and Esther Raterink. She is also survived by many cherished stepchildren, including Nancy Kowalski, John Jr. (Ariane) Van Iwaarden and David Van Iwaarden; as well as numerous step-grandchildren.
A celebration of life ceremony will be held to honor her life and heart at 11 a.m. on the anniversary of her birth, Saturday, Dec. 27, at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations in her name to Mary’s favorite charities: Lakeshore Pregnancy Center, Missions at Central Wesleyan Church, Global Orphan Relief, the Dementia Society, and Fisher Center for Alzheimer’s Research Foundation.
Marcia Seinen, 90, and Ruth Duyster, 83
Sisters Marcia Seinen, 90, of Drenthe, and Ruth Duyster, 83, of Holland, were called home by their Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Tuesday, Nov. 18, 2025.
Marcia was preceded in death by her husband, Lee, in 2014, and her grandson-in-law, Aris Melton, in 2019. Marcia was a longtime member of Drenthe Christian Reformed Church. Ruth was preceded in death by her husband, Hans, in 2018. She was a longtime member of Ebenezer Reformed Church, which transitioned to Family Church Ebenezer Campus.
For nearly 60 years Marcia and Lee played music together at many churches, hymn sings, and Tulip Time, and after Lee passed she played in the Grace Gospel Band. Marcia loved to be in her kitchen and spending time with her grandchildren and great grandchildren. She was known for her chocolate malts and freshly squeezed lemonade. It was impossible to enter her home without hearing “what would you like to eat?”
Ruth was a hairdresser for many years at Style Beauty Salon in Zeeland until she opened her own in-home salon. Ruth enjoyed scrapbooking, doing Creative Memories, and organizing breakfast gatherings. She loved her dogs and had them especially well-fed.
She was very close with her nephews and niece.
Marcia is survived by her children, Jack and Karen Seinen, Ron and Tina Seinen, and Patti and Dennis DeWeerd; six grandchildren and four great-grandchildren, Michael and Tabatha Seinen (Sawyer and Kennedy), Amy and Spencer Mika (Conner and Brooks), Jon and Brianne Seinen, Nicole Seinen and her fiancé Evan Nuiver, Ryan DeWeerd and Sophia DeWeerd; sister-in-law, Leota Kraai; and many nieces and nephews. Ruth is survived by her sister-in-law Leota and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Marcia and Ruth were held Tuesday, Nov. 25 at Drenthe Christian Reformed Church, 6344 Adams St., Zeeland. Interment for Marcia was in West Drenthe Cemetery, while Ruth was interred in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions in Marcia’s memory may be given to Audio Recordings Thru Grace Gospel Band, while memorial contributions in Ruth’s memory may be given to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Glenn Hoek, 77
Glenn Hoek, 77, of Holland passed away Monday, Nov. 17, 2025, after a long struggle with Alzheimer’s disease.
Glenn was preceded in death by his infant son, Kurt, in 1970, and all six of his siblings. He owned and operated Hoek’s Dewatering for many years and transitioned into underground sprinkling prior to his dementia. Glenn and Marilyn were members of Community Reformed Church.
He is survived by his wife of 59 years, Marilyn; his children, seven grandchildren, and four great-grandchildren: Steve and Kelly Hoek (Kayla Hoek, Elise Hoek, and Ayden Hoek), Ross and Cathy Hoek (Tori and Taylor Akhavong, and Teran and Ezekiel Timmer), Scott and Karen Hoek (Ryan and Lindsay Hoek, and Krista Hoek); sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Jo Ann Hoek, Luann Keizer, Sheryl Hossink, Lynn and Larry Kleinheksel, and Ron and Tammy Witteveen.
A funeral service to honor the life of Glenn was held Monday, Nov. 24, at Community Reformed Church, 10376 Felch St., Zeeland.
Memorial contributions may be given to Community Reformed Church or Hospice of Holland.
