Barbara Walters, 89
Barbara (Wesseldyke) Walters, 89, passed away on Sunday, June 28, 2026.
Barb graduated from Zeeland Christian School and Holland Christian High School. She married Alvin Wesseldyke and raised their family in Zeeland and attended First Christian Reformed Church where she was a member since birth.
After Al passed away, Barb married Jason Walters and they enjoyed 15 years of marriage. She also worked for 30 years at Walters Gardens and enjoyed volunteering at The Bridge Youth Center for several years.
She is survived by her husband of 15 years, Jason; children, Doug and Evonne Wesseldyke, Scott and Linda Wesseldyke, and Randy and Paula Wesseldyke; grandchildren, Ryan and Lyndsay Wesseldyke, Travis and Susie Wesseldyke, Sondra and Ray Martinez, Eric and Mikki Wesseldyke, Alex and Samantha Wesseldyke, Josh and Samantha Wesseldyke, Nick and Kaily Wesseldyke, and Casey and Jillyssa Wesseldyke; 14 great-grandchildren; stepchildren, Del and Heidi Walters, Kevin and Stephanie Walters, Jan and the Reverend Bob Drenten, and Eric Sooy; 12 step-grandchildren; 15 step-great-grandchildren; brother-in-law, Justus Veen; and sister-in-law, Wilma Busscher.
Barb was preceded in death by her first husband, Alvin; daughter-in-law, Judy Wesseldyke; and stepdaughter, Julie Sooy.
Funeral services will be held at 1 p.m. today at Noordeloos Christian Reformed Church, 4055 112th Ave., Holland. Interment will be in Zeeland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Zeeland Christian School.
Brian Parkhurst, 59
Dr. Brian (Scott) Parkhurst, 59, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026.
Dr. Brian was born in Groton, Conn., at the Naval Submarine Medical Center to Dave and Carol Parkhurst. He earned his bachelor’s degree in park and recreational administration from Southern Illinois University with plans to manage large recreational areas. However, after a devastating snowmobile accident left him searching for answers, chiropractic care dramatically changed his life.
Following his first treatment, nearly 60% of his symptoms were relieved. Inspired by that experience, he sold his home, moved to Davenport, Iowa, and enrolled at Palmer College of Chiropractic.
During his first year at Palmer, Brian met fellow student Karla, the love of his life. Together they navigated the challenges of chiropractic school, building a partnership grounded in love, faith, and shared purpose. They married on the very day they graduated and later settled in Holland, where they opened Parkhurst Chiropractic in January 2000.
For more than 26 years, Drs. Brian and Karla built Parkhurst Chiropractic into a respected practice known for compassionate, patient-centered care. Dr. Brian cared for everyone from children and families to student athletes and professional competitors, always believing that healing meant treating people with kindness, respect, and hope.
That same calling to serve extended beyond the clinic. Brian’s passion for falconry began in 1995 while living in Iowa, eventually earning him Master Class Falconer status and numerous federal and state permits. In 2002, he co-founded the Outdoor Discovery Center’s Bird of Prey Program, now the DeWitt Bird of Prey Program.
In 2023, he fulfilled a lifelong vision by founding Falconshire Raptors of West Michigan, a nonprofit dedicated to conservation, education, rescue, and research.
Brian is survived by his beloved wife and partner of 26 years, Dr. Karla Parkhurst, along with a loving extended family, countless friends, devoted patients, colleagues, students, and members of the falconry and conservation communities whose lives he touched.
An open house for family and friends will be held on Thursday, July 9, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Lewy Body Dementia Association in Dr. Brian’s honor.
Hai Nam Le, 75
Hai Nam Le, 75, of Zeeland, passed away Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at his home.
Hai was retired from Gentex Corporation and was a member of St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church. Prior to his emigration from Vietnam, Hai served in the Vietnamese Navy.
In addition to his parents, Hanh Le and Hoi Kieu, he was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Tung Hoang and Hien Nguyen; brother, Lam Le; and daughter, Thuy Thanh Le.
Hai is survived by his wife of 54 years, Thu Thi Hoang; children, Thuy Dang, Thy Vu, Trang Le and Hoang Le; sons-in-laws, Cong Dang, James Vu and Steven Skinner; daughter-in-law, Lamanh Le; and grandchildren, Christian Dang, Grace Dang, Ethan Dang, Luke Le, Landon Le, Wrenly Skinner and Lana Vu.
Hai spent his days in constant motion and driven by his Catholic faith. Before retirement, he managed to provide for his family with a single income and keep their lives and hearts feeling full even through any rough financial patches. He was very generous to the church and would always be found praying for others.
A funeral mass will be held Wednesday, July 8 at 11 a.m. at St. Francis de Sales Catholic Church, 171 W. 13th St., Holland, with Fr. Luis Garcia officiating. Visitation will take place prior to the funeral mass from 10 to 11 a.m. at St. Francis. Burial of ashes will be done in Vietnam.
In lieu of flowers, donations in honor of Hai may be made to St. Francis de Sales Church.
Sharon Langejans, 79
Sharon Lynn Langejans, 79, of Zeeland, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
Sharon was born on June 22, 1947.
Funeral services for Sharon will be held on Tuesday, July 7 at 12 noon at Family Church (Ebenezer Campus), 5166 Ottogan St., Holland. Visitation will take place one hour before the service, from 11 a.m. to noon, at Family Church.
Harvey Meeusen, 92
Harvey Jack Meeusen, 92, of Hudsonville, entered into the presence of his Savior, Jesus, on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
Harvey graduated from General Motors Institute with a degree in mechanical engineering and worked his career at GM, primarily at Diesel Equipment. He authored a thesis on “Mathematical Evaluation of the Hydraulic Valve Lifter in Relation to Valve Gear Design.” In addition, he wrote an article on computer programs for evaluating cam and tappet contact stress and cam wear patterns.
Harvey loved classical music, singing in his church choir, reading, and tinkering with cars. In past years he enjoyed cross-country skiing, golfing, keeping his yard ‘picture-perfect’, and serving his church as either a deacon or elder.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 67 years, Shirley J. Meeusen; parents, Andrew and Cornelia Meeusen; siblings, Al (Marilyn) Meeusen, Marge (John) Bol and Ione (Lowell) Rummler; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Harold and Joan DeVries; son-in-law, Denny Van Dam; grandsons, Matt Van Dam and Greg Meeusen Jr.; and great-grandchildren, Isabel and Sam Meeusen.
Harvey is survived by his children, Jeff (Kathy) Meeusen, Cyndy (Scott) Van Oostendorp, Kathy (John) Kruse, Sharon Van Dam, and Greg (Kathy) Meeusen; 21 grandchildren; 27 great-grandchildren; two great-great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews and friends.
A service to celebrate Harvey’s life and faith was held Wednesday, July 1 at Fellowship Reformed Church of Hudsonville, 6610 36th Ave., Hudsonville. A private graveside service was held in Georgetown Township Cemetery.
Shirley Bos, 88
Shirley Ilene Bos, 88, of Zeeland, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 25, 2026.
She is reunited with her beloved husband, Ronald, who preceded her in death in 2010.
Born in Grand Rapids, Shirley graduated from Holland High School. She was employed by Herman Miller, retiring in 1992.
She is survived by her children, Patricia and Brian Wyckoff, and Douglas and Wenise Bos; grandchildren, Stephanie and Jon Backlund, and Carson and Ellie Wyckoff; great-grandson, Lincoln Wyckoff; and sister, Norma and Jim Tenckinck.
At her request, no services were planned. Burial took place in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given in Shirley’s honor to Hospice of Holland, 270 Hoover Blvd., Holland, MI 49423, or at holland hospice.org.
James Caywood, 70
James Robert “Jim” Caywood, 70, passed away peacefully on Thursday, June 25, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer, surrounded by the love of his family.
Jim was the devoted husband of Cindy, his beloved wife of 51 years. Together they built a life centered on love, faith, family, and countless cherished memories. Their marriage was a beautiful example of unwavering commitment.
Jim retired from the Zeeland chemical plant, Vertellus, after 48 years. He attended The Foundry Church in Zeeland. Jim found much joy in being outdoors. He loved hunting, working the family farm, spending time at the cabin, snowmobiling through the winter, and traveling with Cindy.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Robert and Beverly Caywood.
He is survived by his loving and faithful wife, Cindy; children and grandchildren, Tonya and Dan Mannes (Weston and Nolan), Josh and Heather Caywood (Grace, Audrey and Ben), and Amanda and Mark Nyhof (Natalie, Adelynn, and Owen); siblings, Karen and Jim Schwartz, and Dan and Kelly Caywood; siblings-in-law, Linda and Phil Hunderman, and Wanda and Steve VerBeek; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services were held Tuesday, June 30, 2026 at The Foundry Church, 425 100th St., Zeeland. Burial was in West Drenthe Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to The Foundry or Corewell Health Hospice.
Mary VanOpstall, 75
Mary VanOpstall, 75, of Holland passed away Wednesday, June 24, 2026, after a battle with pancreatic cancer.
Mary was the beloved daughter of Melvin Robert Cooke and Josephine DeFouw Cooke. Mary treasured memories of her childhood home, the garden, the cornfield, the creek, and the pine trees that surrounded it.
Mary was a loving wife (married to Al for 48 years), mother, grandmother, sister, and friend who found her greatest happiness in the people she loved. She had a great love for the beach and Lake Michigan.
After retirement, Mary discovered a passion for sewing and quilting that opened a new chapter of friendship and creativity. Through quilting, she found a vibrant community of friends whose talents, kindness, and fellowship enriched her life.
Mary is survived by her sons and their families, Michael VanOpstall and Catherine Norman (Anthony, Ia, Claire and Madeleine), and David and Tracy VanOpstall; siblings, Mel and Marsha Cooke, Kevin and Christy Cooke, Curt and Sue Cooke, and Cheryl and Dave Beute; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bruce Wormmester, Tom and Jan VanOpstall, Jim and Diane VanOpstall, and Earl and Pat VanOpstall; and many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services for Mary were held Friday, June 26 at Hudsonville Reformed Church, 3950 Highland Dr., Hudsonville, with Rev. David VanOpstall and Rev. Ron Boersema officiating. Interment was in Rosedale Memorial Park.
Memorial contributions may be made to 20 Liters at 20liters.org/get-involved/#give.
Ruth Vonk, 73
Ruth Vonk, 73, of Zeeland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior Monday, June 22, 2026.
Ruth attended Zeeland Public Schools and graduated from Grand Blanc High School. She then attended the Grand Rapids School of Bible and Music. Ruth retired from ODL Inc., where she worked for 20-plus years, and she was a faithful member of Grace Fellowship Orthodox Presbyterian Church.
She is survived by her sisters, Betty Rood, Jan Rauch, Myra and Larry Spoolstra, and Diane and Ron Chrisman; brother-in-law, Bob Koster; and many nieces and nephews and great nieces and great nephews.
Ruth was preceded in death by her parents, Donald and Ruth Vonk; and sister, Judy Koster.
Private interment was in Borculo Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Grace Fellowship Orthodox Presbyterian Church.
