Douglas Larkin, 78
Douglas L. Larkin, 78, of Zeeland, passed away Friday, Oct. 2, 2026 at his home.
A visitation will take place on Friday, Nov, 13 from 4 to 6 p.m. at Dykstra Funeral Home - Mulder Chapel, 188 W. 32nd St., Holland.
A memorial service will take place on Saturday, Nov. 14 at 11 a.m. at Christ Memorial Church - Sanctuary, 595 Graafschap Rd., Holland.
Please check dykstrafuneralhome.com for more information and a full obituary.
Mary McCleery, 98
Mary "May" Elizabeth McCleery, 98, of Zeeland, passed away on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026.
Born and raised in Northern Ireland, May immigrated to the United States in 1973 with her husband, Alan, and their two sons. The family eventually found their community and settled in Zeeland.
May's Christian faith was strong. She was active at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, where she found joy in worship and fellowship. Music brought her and her husband together as they delighted in singing duets throughout their years together. May was a devoted wife, loving mother and doting grandmother, and great-grandmother.
May is survived by her husband, Alan McCleery; sons, Colin and Nancy McCleery, and David and Linda McCleery; grandchildren, Eric and Annie McCleery, Kevin and Nicky McCleery, Heather and Josh Matvey, Jessica and Paul Gort, Jonathan and Gaby McCleery, and Jacob McCleery; 20 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Elsa McCleery; as well as nieces and nephews. May was preceded in death by her brother and sister-in-law, Lyle and Irene DeBoys; and brother-in-law, Eric McCleery.
A funeral service will be held at 11 a.m. Friday, Oct. 9 at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, 125 E. Lincoln Ave., Zeeland. Visitation will be tonight from 5 to 7 p.m. at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland.
Interment will be in Zeeland Cemetery.
Memorials may be made to Mission Aviation Fellowship.
Ellen Sprik, 87
Ellen Carol Sprik, 87, of Holland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Friday, Oct. 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Ellen was born on Oct. 5, 1938, in Holland to Richard and Jeanette Taylor.
She was employed by Holland Public Schools in administration for 24 years. She was a member of Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, where she was active in ministry including Sunday School, Calvinettes, and Ladies Guild.
Ellen was a woman of deep faith whose love for the Lord was evident not only in her words, but in the way she lived her life. She had a generous heart and found joy in serving others and helping those in need.
After retirement, Ellen and Lyle enjoyed the opportunity to travel together and experience new places. Their travels created cherished memories as they shared new adventures. Those years were a special chapter in Ellen’s life, filled with discovery, companionship, and time together.
Ellen is survived by her husband of 67 years, Lyle; children, Laurie (Loran) Peerbolt, Julie Sprik and Steven (Karla) Sprik; grandchildren, Rachel (Brian) Ten Harmsel, Lisa (Joshua) Konynenbelt, Lindsey Sprik, Joshua (Jessica) Sprik, Emily (Eric) Plaehn and Andrea Sprik; nine great-grandchildren; sisters, Mary (Jay) Frericks, Kathy Borowicz and Kristen Taylor; in-laws, Frank Parkinson and Harlan (Cheryl) Sprik; and several nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by a granddaughter, Katelyn Sprik; sister, Janice Parkinson; and brothers-in-law, John Sprik and Ben Borowicz.
A memorial service was held Tuesday, Oct. 6 at Maranatha Christian Reformed Church, 918 Central Ave., Holland. Interment was in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be made to the Maranatha Mission Fund or World Renew.
Loren Harbison, 51
Loren Ray Harbison, 51, passed away on Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026.
Loren was a "Jack of all trades" and willing to help his family and friends however he could. He was smart as a whip.
He is survived by his parents, Larry and Delores Harbison; brother, Leon Harbison; sister, Amy and David Snow (Brianna and Tony Brink, Samuel and Synthanderia Snow, Andrea Snow, Matthew Snow (Lexi Zalokar)); and brother, Luke Harbison; and brother, Ryan Harbison (Kaidence Harbison, Bryce Harbison).
Funeral services will be held Saturday, Oct. 10 at 11 a.m. at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Visitation with the family will be prior to the service from 10 to 10:50 a.m. at the funeral home. Burial will take place in Blendon Township Cemetery.
Coralee De Jonge, 95
Coralee De Jonge, 95, of Holland, passed away on Wednesday, Sept. 30, 2026 at Resthaven Care Center in Holland.
Coralee was born Sept. 21, 1931 in Drenthe, the daughter of the late Henry and Dena (Horling) Walcott. After her mother’s unexpected death in 1934, she was raised by Richard and Nellie Nies.
On Sept. 15, 1950, Coralee married Lavern De Jonge and he preceded her in death on July 22, 2024. Coralee was a faithful member at First Baptist Church in Zeeland for many years. She was a meticulous seamstress. Word puzzles and hand stitching occupied her later years. Family was important to her and she always enjoyed hearing what activities her grandchildren were involved in.
Survivors include her children, Connie (Russ) Wolbers, Karen (Denny) Minnema, Mark (Jan) De Jonge, and Rachel (Kraig) Pike; grandchildren, LeeAnn (Tim) Suman, Joel (Whitney) Wolbers, Ellen (Cory) Slotman, MaryJo (Ben) Lacy, Nicole (Taviin) Simmons and Alex (Ashley) Pike; 12 great-grandchildren; and sisters, Geri Walcott and Hazel Marett.
Coralee was also preceded in death by a son, Jack De Jonge; son-in-law, Jack Van Dyke; grandson, Michael and his wife, Kandie, Van Dyke; sister, Maggie Lokers; and brother, Leon Nies.
Funeral services were held on Monday, Oct. 5 at First Baptist Church, 246 W. Main Ave., Zeeland, with Rev. Jeremy D. Cobb and Rev. Thomas VandenBerg officiating. Burial was in Zeeland Cemetery.
Memorial contributions may be given to Faith Hospice, 2100 Raybrook St. SE, Suite 300, Grand Rapids, MI 49546.
Bruce Hop, 79
Bruce Alan Hop, 79, born on May 14, 1947 in Zeeland, passed away in Saugatuck on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2026, leaving behind a life marked by hard work, devotion, and a deep appreciation for the things he loved most.
Bruce lived a life rooted in craftsmanship and quiet dedication. He spent many years working in automotive body work, where his skill, patience, and attention to detail earned the respect of those who knew him professionally.
He later served as a nurseryman for Wavecrest Nursery, a role that reflected both his steady work ethic and his appreciation for growth, care, and the natural world. In addition to his work in the community, he was also a Mason at the Masonic Order of Saugatuck Temple, where he valued fellowship, tradition, and service.
Those who knew Bruce will remember him as a man with a remarkable talent for restoring antique cars. He was a masterful restorer whose love for antique automobiles went far beyond admiration. He took great pride in bringing old vehicles back to life, and his work reflected both his technical ability and his genuine passion. Antique cars were not simply a hobby for him. They were a lifelong interest that brought him joy, purpose, and a sense of connection to the past.
Bruce also found great happiness on the water. He loved to charter fish on Lake Michigan, where he enjoyed the beauty of the lake and the excitement of the catch. He also cherished deep sea fishing in the Florida Keys, a place that held special meaning for him. For 20 years, he owned a home there, and it became a treasured part of his life.
Bruce is survived by his wife of 40 years, Carol Tomayer Hop. Their long marriage was a testament to love, companionship, and shared years of life together. He is also survived by his siblings, Joy Michmerhuizen, Wayne Hop and Mark Hop.
Bruce will be remembered as a hardworking, talented, and deeply devoted man whose life reflected both strength and warmth. He had a gift for turning his interests into lasting contributions, whether through his work, his involvement in the Masonic Order, or the care and skill he brought to every antique car he restored.
Ian Reinink, 38
Ian Gene Reinink, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend, born Nov. 11, 1987, passed away on Friday, Sept. 18, 2026, at the age of 38.
Ian was a country boy at heart. From the time he could walk, he loved a lifted Chevy and could appreciate a truck that was just a little bigger, louder, and tougher than it needed to be. He loved being outdoors and spending time in nature. He also had a deep love for animals, especially dogs, and had a soft spot for the unconditional loyalty and companionship they gave.
More than anything, Ian wanted to have a great relationship with his children, Tyler Malanowski and Mackenzie Reinink. His love for them ran deep, and his family knows how much he wanted to be the father they deserved.
Ian will be lovingly remembered by his mother, Glenda (Karle) Reinink; children, Tyler Malanowski and Mackenzie Reinink; sisters, Heather Pringle and Amber Reinink; brother, Dylan Reinink; stepmother, Christal (Lange) Reinink; nephews, Aydan Herrera and Jordan Garcia; nieces, Genevive Pringle and Ezmea Navarrol and by his nine cousins on his mother’s side and nine cousins on his father’s side.
On the Reinink side of his family, Ian was preceded in death, in order of loss, by his father, Thomas Gene “Grub” Reinink; grandmother, Janis (Ten Have) Reinink; uncle, Rodney Reinink; and grandfather, Terry Reinink.
On his mother’s side of the Karle family, Ian was preceded in death, in order of loss, by his grandfather, Robert Karle; his Nana, Berdean (Karle) Brifnek; aunt, Kathleen (Karle) Schutte; and step-grandfather, known as Papa, John Brifnek.
A funeral service honoring Ian’s life was held Sunday, Oct. 4, 2026 in the Mosaic Room at Community Reformed Church, 10376 Felch St., Zeeland.
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