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1945

DIED

2017

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Holland, Michigan

Nancy Nienhuis Obituary

On Thursday morning, March 16, 2017, Nancy passed on to Heaven. Nancy had an awesome love for people and mothered her own family and many others, and will be missed by all. She is survived by her husband of 50 years Richard; daughters and son-in laws, Nadine and Randy Weirich, Lissa and Mark Gilmore and grandson Jonah Gilmore; sister, Wanda (Ron) Hassevoort; brothers in-law and sisters in-law, Mick and Lois Nienhuis, Tom and Pam VanHoven; and nieces, nephews and cousins. She is preceded in death by her parents, Andrew and Henrietta Knoll; husband's parents, Marvin and Marie Nienhuis; sister and brother in-law, Marcia and Robert Brace; niece and husband, Heather and Brad Ruiter. Visitation will be from 2-5 P.M., Sunday, March 19 at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland. A celebration of Nancy's life will be Monday, March 20, 11 A.M. at Central Park Reformed Church, 614 Myrtle Ave., Holland, with Pastor Kevin Kleinheksel. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. Please visit www.lakeshorememorial.com to leave a message or memory for the Nienhuis family.

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Published by The Holland Sentinel on Mar. 18, 2017.

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Margo Hakken Zeedyk

March 27, 2017

I will always remember the wonderful times Nancy and I had playing little league and intercity tennis together every summer. Nancy had the best smile and such a wonderful sense of humor. My thoughts and prayers are with her family.
Margo Hakken Zeedyk

March 25, 2017

Our condolence to you and your family at the death of Nancy. Julie will always remember her huge smile as we would run into each other at school or around town. It spread a feeling of joy. Larry and Julie Nienhuis

Vern & Carla Sterk

March 21, 2017

Lissa,
We remember well your Mom's loyal support of you at Hope Basketball and we are so sorry for your loss. Our prayer for you is that God will fill the empty spaces with his presence and the presence of loving caring friends.
With love and prayers,
Vern & Carla Sterk (Michele's parents)

Julie Hirt

March 20, 2017

Nadine and Lissa, my deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. I remember her cheering both of you - and the entire Holland High tennis team - on - to many victories. She was a great "tennis mom." Always had a smile on her face and was so kind to all of us. My thoughts are with you.

March 20, 2017

Tom and Pat my condolences to you and your family



Ken

March 19, 2017

:We will always cherish the time spent with aunt nancy the birthdays and the holidays_going ou to eat and playing cards.In our prayers -with love Tom ,Tyler,Ashley,Carter,Bryan

Lori Strengholt-Hay

March 19, 2017

Nancy was one of my very favorite childhood 'moms'; partly because of the amazing, long friendship she shared with my own mother, but also because of her sweet and genuinely welcoming spirit. I can actually hear her voice right now as I type this... Nancy, I have no doubt that you will be there to welcome us all when we get to heaven. Nadine, Lissa, and Rich, I just hope it helps ease the pain a little to know how much everyone loved her. Prayers for peace for all of you.

Sandie Broker-Strengholt

March 18, 2017

67 years of friendship with our dear Nancy....and so many wonderful memories, that I will treasure always. What an amazing gift! Forever in my heart, Sandie

Sandy Price

March 18, 2017

As a newcomer to Holland tennis Nancy welcomed me to the courts. She learned my name and always gave me encouragement and cheered for my good and questionable shots.
I know she was an awesome lady since she raised such a wonderful daughter and in turn a great grandson. Nancy will be sorely missed however, our faith promises us she is watching great tennis in heaven waiting for us all to join her someday.
May God ease your sorrow.

Lynn and Pat Henagin

March 18, 2017

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of Nancy. She was such a sweet lady. Our deepest sympathy goes out to Rich and their family.

Wanda Hassevoort

March 18, 2017

Feeling the loss of my dear sister.....Nancy meant everything to me. She was not only my sister, but my dear friend, confidant and sounding board, whenever I needed one. I love you, her family, like my own and hold you close to my heart at this time. I love you all and pray God's blessing and strength and peace upon you. love Aunt Wanda

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Mar

19

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Lakeshore Memorial Services

11939 James St., Holland, MI

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20

Celebration of Life

11:00 a.m.

Central Park Reformed Church

614 Myrtle Ave., Holland, MI

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