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Michael Kuiken Obituary
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Michael Glen Kuiken age 44, passed away Wednesday, March 21, 2018 unexpectedly at Tidelands Waccamaw Community Hospital.
Born in Pompton Plains, NJ, he was a son of Robert and Donna Kuiken. Mike was very big into fishing; he loved sport and tournament fishing with his boat "The Bruno". He lived large, loved his children, was a fantastic husband and father and was loved by everyone. He was preceded in death by his father in law, John Kuenzle.
Survivors include his wife of 18 years, Kimberly Kuiken; a son, Jack Michael Kuiken; a daughter, Eleanor Kuiken; a brother, Brent Kuiken; a sister, Reanna Kuiken; mother in law, Judith Kuenzle and numerous nieces and nephews.
A funeral mass will be held at 11:00 AM Monday, March 26, 2018 at Precious Blood of Christ Catholic Church Pawleys Island.
The family will receive friends from 12:00-2:00 PM & 4:00-6:00 PM with a prayer vigil at 5:30 PM on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel Murrells Inlet.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your local Autism Non Profit Association.
Sign an online guestbook at www.goldfinchfuneralhome.com
Goldfinch Funeral Home, Beach Chapel is in charge of the arrangements.
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Memories and Condolences
for Michael Kuiken
May 28, 2018
Bob, my heart goes out to you and your family. I just found out and my heart breaks for you, I always remember you talking about your boys in the old days with Dennis and I. I would have driven down I am three hours away but did not know! I am praying for you and all your family and send love and prayers from the bottom of my heart,. June Bonner, New Bern NC
Marissa Gerbino
March 31, 2018
Michael you will be missed!! Thank you for always being a true and loyal friend!! Our thoughts and prayers are with your family!!
RK
March 26, 2018
Please accept my dearest and heartfelt sympathy; I am so sorry for your loss. May the God who "binds up the brokenhearted" and "comforts all who mourn" sustain your family during this challenging time. Isaiah 61:1, 2.
Michele Merner
March 26, 2018
The loss of someone so dear is never easy. I hope all the cherished memories that you have of Mike brings you some light during this dark time. Our deepest condolences.
Barbara Kuiken
March 25, 2018
To Kim and your family. I am so sorry for your lost. I loved Michael, he was a wonderful person. I know my son Ed and my daughter Jennifer are down with you and family. My thoughts and prayers are with you. We will see him again in heaven. God Bless you and your family. Barbara Kuiken
Jack and Lori Gardner
March 24, 2018
Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family at this difficult time. Michael worked with Jack for several years at Kuiken Brothers and will never forget the fun times.
loriann
March 23, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
RICHARD AND LORIANN Pessagno
March 23, 2018
We are at loss for words Michael was fulll of good times much laughter and will surely be missed by Richard pessagno friend of Robert for 37 years and friend if Michael Mona for 28 years we pray for family in this difficult time.
dennis and janice kuiken
March 23, 2018
Our sympathy thoughts and prayers to you and your children Kim and to Robert,Wanda,Reanna and Brett and family
Christina Straight
March 23, 2018
I am so sorry to hear for your loss. Lilly always spoke so highly of her father and loved him so much. I am praying for your family.
March 22, 2018
My thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time. May the promise in 1 Thessalonians 4:14 comfort your family.
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