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Kevin Dean Witte

September 20, 1979 ~ September 27, 2016 (age 37) 37 Years Old
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Message from MERIKAY MARSMAN
February 27, 2024 2:53 PM

I knew Mr. Kevin Dean Witte he was one of the best teachers ever at Holland Christian school and I would always stop to say hi to him and we would talk he was a great person and he will be total missed sorry for your loss and he will be missed but never forgotten
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A candle was lit by Merikay Marsman on February 27, 2024 2:49 PM
Message from Aileen Potter
November 26, 2016 7:11 PM

I did not know Kevin or the Witt family but I am keeping all of you in my prayers.

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Message from The Driesenga
October 6, 2016 9:09 AM

To the Witte Family
What a tragedy in the loss of Kevin. I personally didnt know him but just reading and hearing the news just breaks my heart. Praying for God to help heal your pain which is a hard task to deal with but along with God help it will take time, rebuild your emptiness to move on.
(((Hugs ))) to you all and Kevin is watching from above and is always watching over you...
God bless you all.....
Message from Ken and Pat 7'sma Diekevers
October 4, 2016 3:46 PM

To the family of Kevin Witte,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this very difficult time.
May you experience God's loving arms around all of you.
Our sincerest Christian sympathy.
Lovingly,
Ken and Pat 7'sma Diekevers
Message from Sheila Dokter
October 4, 2016 8:33 AM

Dear Shari, Katelyn, Jared and Lucas,
Kevin's life touched so many, and the loss feels so very great. I am trusting God to lift you up, comfort you, and hold you close to Him today and in the days ahead. He loves you deeply...
Continued prayers and love,
Sheila Dokter
Message from Mike and Sharon Phelps with Karissa (Phelps) Klyn
October 3, 2016 10:36 PM

Our deepest sympathy for you and your family. The service was beautiful and a true testament to a life well lived for our Lord. Continued prayers for you and your family.
Message from Jessica Setsma
October 3, 2016 6:25 PM

Shari, Katelyn, Jared, Lucas and Family,

Kev was an amazing teacher, friend and colleague. I feel fortunate to have been part of Kev's life at K Christian. Prayers for all of you in this difficult time.My heart is so very heavy. Kev was salt and light wherever he went.
Message from Chris & Gwyn (Meyer) Kooistra
October 3, 2016 3:40 PM

Shari and family,
We are praying for comfort and peace for all of you as you go through this difficult time. Kevin is in glory, but we here are sad, and we will be thinking of you and praying steadfast for you to find comfort in that.
All our love,
Chris, Gwyn & family
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A candle was lit by Devin bruinsma on October 3, 2016 2:49 PM
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A candle was lit by Bev and George Perry on October 3, 2016 2:14 PM
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A candle was lit by Samantha Jacobs on October 3, 2016 1:09 PM
Message from Sue DeGroot
October 3, 2016 11:41 AM

Sheri and family, We are so sorry for the loss of Kevin. Altho we did not know him personally, we know he was a wonderful man because he chose you, Sheri, for his wife, and you are an exceptional lady; and from all the posts and the lives that he has touched. Our hearts go out to you Sheri as you lay your husband to rest today!! May you find strength and comfort in the arms of Jesus today and in the days ahead. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all! Sue and Bryan DeGroot
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A candle was lit by Katie Bosch on October 3, 2016 10:29 AM
Message from Nancy Cook
October 3, 2016 10:16 AM

Dear Phil, Lorene and family,
My heart breaks for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you through this difficult time. May God wrap His loving arms around you and hold you always, grant you comfort and peace knowing Kevin is with Jesus and you will see him again one day.
God is our refuge and strength, always ready to help in times of trouble. "Be still, and know that I am God!" Psalm 48
Message from an anonymous Christian family, praying in Grandville, Mi.
October 3, 2016 7:26 AM

"Cast all your anxieties on Him because He cares for you." I Peter 5:7 Praying for God's comfort, strength and peace to fill you today, tomorrow, and always.
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A candle was lit by Brad and Melissa on October 2, 2016 8:59 PM
Message from Pastor John and Nicotie Bothof and family
October 2, 2016 8:08 PM

Shari and kids, we are so very sorry and heartbroken at the great loss of your loving husband and father. We continue to pray for you all as walk through this valley, may God be your comforter and strength.
Message from A Sister in Christ
October 2, 2016 7:59 PM

You don't know me. My heart has been touched by the wonderful accounts of this precious man's life. I just wanted to let you know I'm praying for you and your children. My heart aches for each of you. I pray that God's love and strength will hold you up in the coming days . I pray for protection for each of you and for the peace that passes all understanding. Good Bless you.
Message from Cid & Gerry Lagasse. Your old neighbors
October 2, 2016 7:49 PM

Oh my dear Shari and family, we are so sorry about your loss. Even though we knew you both for a short time before you moved to Holland, we loved your family. Our prayers are with you
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A candle was lit by Leon and Carla Proctor on October 2, 2016 6:19 PM
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A candle was lit by Les and Patti Van Dyke on October 2, 2016 6:19 PM
Message from Jane Brinkman
October 2, 2016 5:41 PM

Dear Family & loved ones of Kevin,
You do not know me and I did know Kevin, your husband, son, brother, teacher, friend, daddy...but, today my heart is breaking for you. We heard this tragic news from mutual relatives that live in the Prinsburg, Mn. area. This seems more sad than anyone should be asked to bear and that is why family, friends and fellow Christians offer their support and join you in your time of grief. May the Lord's grace 'n power hold you up & give you strength in the difficult days ahead. We are so very sorry for your loss and express our deepest sympathies. Reading about Kevin and his life, family and contributions to church and community.....gives us a glimpse of what a special Child of the King He IS! (My grandmother was a sister of Mike Bulthuis' grandmother, Gertrude Bulthuis 'nee Kleinhuizen) Sincerely, Jane Brinkman & parents of Mentone, California.
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A candle was lit by Susan Sytsma Bratt on October 2, 2016 2:56 PM
Message from John & Gesine Horsting
October 2, 2016 2:35 PM

Dear Witte family, we are so sorry for your loss and the loss to our Holland Christian family. May God's love surround you, now and always.
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A GRANDMA'S GARDEN TABLE BASKET was sent on October 2, 2016

Phill , Lorene, and Family. Gods peace and love be with you. Keven and Judy Luchies

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A candle was lit by Travis and Melissa Schrotenboer on October 2, 2016 9:28 AM
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A candle was lit by Linda Jirous on October 2, 2016 9:23 AM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 2, 2016

On behalf on the Holland Christian Class of 2015. We love you Mr. Witte

Message from Doug, Jackie, Abbi, Dani, Tori Roskamp
October 1, 2016 8:51 PM

At Holland Christian, Kevin was a blessing as a teacher to Abbi, Dani and Tori. Zeeland Christian was also blessed by Kevin through his participation on the Philippines trip. You will be missed! Thanks for blessing others.
Message from Marilyn Dan Deater Grand Rapids MI
October 1, 2016 6:20 PM

Our hearts go out to you with love and prayers. Run to the Father. He is the only one who can bring peace and comfort in such loss.

Message from Hickok family
October 1, 2016 5:00 PM

Shari

We are so sorry for this sudden and unbelievable loss. We have been lifting your whole family in prayer from the minute we heard and we will continue to do so. We will be praying specifically that you and the kids feel God's loving arms around all of you while he grieves with you in this loss. We also pray that people come around your family to be the hands and feet of God not just in the days to come, but the weeks, months and years ahead. We look forward to the day we meet Kevin again in Glory!

Your brothers and sisters in Christ,
Marlene Hickok, Andrew Hickok, Katie and David Hickok Mannebach
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A candle was lit by Cindy, Holland Christian High School past graduate on October 1, 2016 12:56 PM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was sent on October 1, 2016

Our thoughts and continued prayers are with you . William, Peter, Leslye, Brighton, and Sophia Fries

Message from Brooks Family
October 1, 2016 9:42 AM

Dear, Shari, Kaitlyn, Jared and Lucas,
Praying for you. May you always feel God's presence and care for you.
Love,
Bob, Tuula, Aileen, Linda and Kaisa
Message from Gene and Nona Miyamoto
October 1, 2016 9:10 AM

Our hearts are breaking for you and your family, Shari. We know you will find comfort in your faith and the many, many people who love you.
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A candle was lit by The Bruce Lutke Family on October 1, 2016 9:08 AM
Message from Nancy Lutke
October 1, 2016 9:07 AM

Dear Witte Family,
I can't imagine your brokenness and heart ache of such a great loss. Each time I think of you my mind and heart bring you to the throne of our loving Father and ask Him to place you on the mercy seat and cover you with his wings of love, grace and hope to face each tomorrow, each moment and sometimes to relieve the pain to even breathe as you face life with out a husband, father, son, brother, friend, teacher. May the God of all grace hold you close in the palm of his hand. May you find His firm foundation that He IS with you that H,e strengthens you and causes you stand; up held by His gracious omnipotent hand.
Message from Don & Ruth Klaasen
October 1, 2016 8:41 AM

Sincere sympathy to all of you. How tragic!
Message from Tony Ochoa
October 1, 2016 7:48 AM

I vividly remember learning 2 important words in the 7th grade. "Discernment" and "worldview". Both incredibles concepts introduce to me by Mr. Witte. The obituary speaks truth in that he not only taught me things to think but how to do it discernibly and on a global scale, taking into account and appreciating the thousands of worldviews out there.
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A candle was lit by Rich DeLong and family on October 1, 2016 6:51 AM
Message from Cindy
October 1, 2016 2:33 AM

You don't know me. I just wanted to let you know I'm praying for you and your children. My heart aches for each of you. I pray that you won't be afraid. I pray for protection for each of you, and for that peace that passes all understanding.
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A candle was lit by Angelica Delgado on October 1, 2016 12:31 AM
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A THE COLOR OF MEMORIES TABLE ARRANGEMENT was ordered on September 30, 2016

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A candle was lit by the Larsen Family on September 30, 2016 9:33 PM
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A Designers Choice was ordered on September 30, 2016

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A candle was lit by Annalise Stromsta on September 30, 2016 8:39 PM
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A candle was lit by Shelly and Jim Hahn on September 30, 2016 8:20 PM
Message from Vince Cindy Kaylee Goulet
September 30, 2016 5:51 PM

We're very sorry for your loss, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family!
Message from Joel & Gail Roelofs
September 30, 2016 5:33 PM

We are so very sorry for your sudden tragic loss! We praise God for Kevin's love for the Lord! We will continue to pray for God to hold you very close to Himself!

Joel & Gail (Mulder) Roelofs......CMCS Alumni....1978 & 1979
Message from Micaela Ziegler
September 30, 2016 5:30 PM

Shari and precious children, my heart aches for you, you all are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time! To Mr.Witte, thank you for believing in me, for letting me play volleyball even with my one eye and for encouraging me to do my best.
Message from Phyllis Lattin
September 30, 2016 5:12 PM

I'm so sorry for your loss. May our Lord grant you the comfort of many friends and the peace of knowing that he is with our Lord.
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An INDOOR GARDEN BASKET was sent on September 30, 2016

Prayers and sympathy from all of us at the Kalamazoo Christian Schools. May God who understands your need, and listens to every prayer, keep you in His tender care.

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A candle was lit by Anonymous on September 30, 2016 4:59 PM
Message from Merle (Mike) and Willene Tanis
September 30, 2016 4:52 PM

Because we have seen your lives through Jeff and Karen's eyes, we share your grief. The words in the obituary: "He listened to people's lives" tell us a great deal about how Kevin lived. And I believe he will be touching many lives through his death. Our condolences to all of you.
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A candle was lit by Gordon & Dona Zwart on September 30, 2016 4:43 PM
Message from Cordell and Sharon Marcus
September 30, 2016 3:39 PM

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. We know that God's grace is sufficient for all our needs!
Message from Jun & Sharon langejans & Morgan Smith (freshman)
September 30, 2016 3:35 PM

Prayers are with your family during this time
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A candle was lit by Anonymous on September 30, 2016 2:52 PM
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A SPATHIPHYLLUM was ordered on September 30, 2016

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A candle was lit by The Hollebeek family on September 30, 2016 2:26 PM
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A PEDESTAL ARRANGEMENT was sent on September 30, 2016

Katelyn and family- We are praying and thinking of you. Love from your Rose Park 3rd grade friends

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A candle was lit by The Melvin Family on September 30, 2016 2:12 PM
Message from Eva Gonzalez - Nestle
September 30, 2016 2:04 PM

2 Corinthians 1:5
“For as we share abundantly in Christ’s sufferings, so through Christ we share abundantly in comfort too.”
To the Witte family, may God's love and mercy comfort you in your grief and sorrow.
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A candle was lit by Silvia Hampton on September 30, 2016 1:58 PM
Message from Angela & Rob Pullman
September 30, 2016 1:22 PM

Dear Witte family. We didn't know Kevin personally, but none the the less we would like to express our deepest condolences to you and your family. We attend the First Congregational Church in Fremont, Mi with Kevin's parents. From what we have heard, Kevin was a loving father and husband as well as a respected teacher and coach. We are very sorry for your loss. You and your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Message from Dave & Betty Ammermann
September 30, 2016 1:09 PM

Shari, kids and extended families, our hearts break for you and we have been praying for you in that God will totally wrap you up in His strength, His love and His grace. That first nite every time I woke up during the night my thoughts turned to you and God was given a wake up call as well. I was able to watch the chapel video and now realize what an amazing Christian guy your Kevin was. As you journey through these next few days, months, years always always know that you have a multitude of people who love and support you. So many questions and not nearly enough answers. It is our heartfelt prayer that your love for God and your strong faith will somehow sustain you as you journey through this valley. Kevin obviously loved the Lord, he is in heaven praising the very God that he loved so much. This is not good bye, but until you meet again. Always in our hearts. Dave/Betty A.
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Message from Merlyn & Helen Beekman
September 30, 2016 12:56 PM

It is with sadness we have to send this to you but our God is a God of comfort and be rest assured He has you in the palm of His hands. Blessings to you, Sheri, and your children as you mourn your loss. What is our only comfort in life and in death? that I belong to my faithful Savior, Jesus Christ....
Message from Luanne Buikema
September 30, 2016 12:35 PM

Dear Shari, Katelyn, Jared & Lucas - our deepest sympathy. Our daughter Jenifer was in his 3rd hour World Cultures class and misses him so much and his big smile and patient ear when she needed counsel. Our daughter Alllison that graduated in 2015 had him for a couple of classes too and really enjoyed his friendship. For this we are forever grateful that they was able to get to know him and be guided in Christian counsel. He was an encouraging soul and hopefully we can be that for you now. Please know your HC family will always be there for you as you walk this path . . .we walk together and look forward to the day you can see him again. May God bless you and keep you all. In Christ - The Buikemas - Mike, Luanne, Jake, Shelby, Alli & Jenifer
Message from Tom, Bobbi Jo & Cassie Cheek
September 30, 2016 12:32 PM

We are so sorry for your loss. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
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A candle was lit by The Buikema Family on September 30, 2016 12:26 PM
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A candle was lit by Randy DeLong Family on September 30, 2016 12:12 PM
Message from Craig and Velva Yonker
September 30, 2016 12:10 PM

Dear Witte family,
You are in our thoughts and prayers as you go through this difficult time. While I (Velva) did not have the opportunity to get to know Kevin real well, he has made an impact in our family's life through Holland Christian. Our son was blessed to be in Kevin's classes there but I also had the opportunity to substitute for him on several occasions. One time, he had a book sitting on his desk so I picked it up and started reading it out of curiosity. The book made such an impact in that short time I went out and bought my own copy of "Deep Justice in a Broken World" by Chap Clark and Kara E. Powell and have been working to find a way to help my church begin to work toward this deeper justice with the homeless.
God be with you and surround you with His peace--a peace that is only possible though a relationship with Him.
Craig and Velva Yonker
Message from Todd & Janine Jenista
September 30, 2016 11:52 AM

Sharri, you, your children and family have been and will continue to be in our prayers. May you feel the Father's comfort and rest.
Message from Dan and Joyce Workman
September 30, 2016 11:45 AM

We are keeping all of you in our hearts and prayers.
Message from Jacqueline Gutierrez
September 30, 2016 11:29 AM

Praying for you & your family I'm so very sorry for you're loss no word may god be with all of you amen
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A candle was lit by Jacqueline Gutierrez on September 30, 2016 11:25 AM
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A candle was lit by The Holloway Family, Holland Christian on September 30, 2016 11:18 AM
Message from Ginger Primus
September 30, 2016 11:18 AM

I know how much Kevin and his family mean to our pastor, Meg. Although we did not know them, our hearts go out to them at this very difficult time. Praying for you all, that the Lord will sustain you and give you peace. The Washington DC CRC
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A candle was lit by Dawn Bushouse on September 30, 2016 10:53 AM
Message from Mike and Carol Dykhouse
September 30, 2016 10:39 AM

We do not know Kevin or his family, but feel we do now through the media's posts and facebooks posts. We have prayed before Kevin's passing and will continue to pray for family and friends as they journey with grief. We are so blessed with knowing that Kevin knew Jesus and part of our prayers are that many will come to know the Lord because of this. Thanks be to God for victory over the grave !!
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A candle was lit by Marcia S. Taylor on September 30, 2016 10:36 AM
Message from Krage, Marie, Lauren, and Charlie Fox
September 30, 2016 10:35 AM

Kevin and Shari and their kids were such shining stars at our church, 3rd CRC in Kalamazoo. They were deeply loved by many and missed by all when they moved to Holland. It is obvious that his shining star has captivated Holland by the enormous outpouring of love this past week. Please wrap that love around Shari and the kids and the extended family during this time of grief. Please know that so many hearts are loving you!
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A candle was lit by Phillie O'Neil on September 30, 2016 10:34 AM
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A candle was lit by Marilyn Melvin on September 30, 2016 10:27 AM
Message from Todd Ziegler
September 30, 2016 10:24 AM

You were my daughters teacher in Kalamazoo, you touched her thus you touched us. You were one of those who taught her to think out of the box. Even though she is blind in her one eye, you played her in Volleyball and gave her confidence that to this day comes through so all can see...thanks for being who you were
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A candle was lit by Sandra Hanson on September 30, 2016 10:22 AM
Message from Melissa Collins
September 30, 2016 10:19 AM

To the Witte family - I did not know Kevin, or any of you but saw the FB page that was started right after the accident. I have a son who was born 9/79, and also married in 2004 just like Kevin, and this touched my very core. I have prayed for Kevin before he entered paradise, and since have prayed for his family and friends. I will continue to pray and one thing I will pray for is that long after he has been gone, his friends and family would remember his wife and children and stay in touch. Right now they will be surrounded by so many hundreds of people loving on them and praying for them, but the time will pass and people will naturally move on. Please stay in touch with them in word and deed and prayer. My sincere condolences to the family and though we all rejoice that he is with Jesus, the ultimate prize, we know his presence will be missed in a devastating way here on earth. May God hold all of you in the palm of His hand and surround with the peace that only He can give, in your darkest days and hours and minutes. - praying from San Diego, California
Message from Holland Christian High School past graduate
September 30, 2016 10:06 AM

We are so sorry for your loss. We are praying for you during this difficult time.
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A candle was lit by Jennifer Seeley on September 30, 2016 10:00 AM
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A candle was lit by The Rev. BJ Heyboer on September 30, 2016 9:53 AM
Message from Soukna and Smokey Wilson
September 30, 2016 9:53 AM

I am so incredibly sorry for your loss. Praying for peace and comfort in all the days to come.
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A candle was lit by Soukna and Smokey Wilson on September 30, 2016 9:51 AM
Message from Gretchen VanHeukelum
September 30, 2016 9:40 AM

Dear Witte Family, I only knew Kevin for a short time on the CEA Committee, but it was long enough to catch his enthusiasm for Christian education and life in general! It seems as if he always had a big smile on his face. I will carry very fond memories of him with me. My deepest, deepest sympathies to all of you as you endure this intense heartache.
Grace and peace to you from our God, Gretchen VanHeukelum
Message from SUSAN GITRE
September 30, 2016 9:18 AM

My prayers and thoughts for all of Kevin's family during this extremely difficult time grieving his passing onto the Lord. May God surround them with His Love and Peace.
Message from Brenda VanderPloeg on behalf of CEA
September 30, 2016 8:29 AM

Lamentations 3:21-23
"Yet this I call to mind and therefore I have hope: Because of the Lord's great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail. They are new every morning; great is your faithfulness."
Counting on God to do what He says He will do for you in the weeks, months and years to come. The hole that Kevin leaves is large.
Message from Al and Lorraine DeKam
September 30, 2016 7:58 AM

Phil and Lorene, Remembering all your family before the throne of grace.
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A candle was lit by Pestoor Family on September 30, 2016 5:12 AM
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An EXPRESSION OF LOVE EASEL was sent on September 29, 2016

We love you Kev! Well done, good and faithful servant. Your Blamer Family Uncle Jeff, Aunt Karen, Tim, Kristin and Josh, Matt and Amber Uncle Doug, Aunt Cheryl, Troy and Allison, Brooke, and Colin Uncle Scott, Aunt Cindy, Jami and Justin, Jake and Amber, Mackenzie and Chuck

Message from Deb Gritter
September 29, 2016 9:11 PM

Dear Shari, Katelyn, Jared and Lucas
I want to come to the visitation but will be at the visitation for my grandmother. My thoughts and prayers are with you every day. I remember chatting with you at Crane's a week before the accident, I hope your kids can cherish those family memories. My heart breaks for you all, you are not alone.
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