Dennis John DeKuiper, age 70 of Fremont, passed away on Sunday evening, June 26, 2022 at his home. He was born on August 29, 1951 in Fremont, Michigan to John & Gwen (Griswold) DeKuiper. DJ was a United States Marine Veteran of the Vietnam Era. He enjoyed hunting, fishing, camping, bonfires with family and friends, and Texas hiking and jeeping. On November 10, 1979 he married LuAnn Hayes and she survives him along with 1 daughter, Mandi DeKuiper; daughter-in-law, Clorissa DeKuiper; grandson, Donaven DeKuiper; sisters: Dyann (Larry) Hasselman, Karen (Phil) Bonczyk, Joan DeKuiper, Kay (Ray) Castillo; several nieces & nephews; and best friends, Dave (deceased) & Tammy Snyder. He was preceded in death by his son, Daniel DeKuiper; parents; and sister, Janet Ward. DJ wanted to especially thank Scott & Sue Binkley for taking care of his family. A Celebration of DJ’s Life will be held at 1:00 PM on Saturday, July 16, 2022 at the Newaygo County Welcome Center on M-37, with a Military Salute at 2:00 PM. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions can be given to the Newaygo County Compassion Home. You can sign the online guest book at www.kroeze-wolffis.com. Arrangements are by Kroeze-Wolffis Funeral Home, Inc. of Fremont.
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