Jeremy J. Slenk

Jeremy J. Slenk obituary, Saugatuck Twp, MI

Jeremy J. Slenk

Jeremy Slenk Obituary

Published by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home on Mar. 13, 2017.
Jeremy J. Slenk, age 42 of Holland, died early Monday morning March 13, from injuries sustained after being thrown from a truck in a single vehicle crash. With his mother and sister at his side and a team of trauma surgeons working feverishly to save him, Jeremy left this world to re-join his father in Heaven. He was loved more than he ever knew, and will be greatly missed for his smile, hugs, sense of humor, love, spontaneity and the list goes on. He had an infectious personality and a Peter Pan spirit, which consistently guided him into both fun and trouble. Jeremy was preceded in death by his father, Ted Slenk, on October 7, 2016. Jeremy's greatest gift was his beautiful boys, Spencer Slenk-Patterson (18), and Teagan (10) and Kipton (6) Slenk with their beloved mother, Heather. Also mourning this loss are his mother, Marilou and Mitch Kamphuis; brother, Jesse and Jenn Slenk; sister, Mandy and Phil Kamphuis; several nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, cousins, past relationships and a large circle of friends and acquaintances who always loved him. A memorial service is planned for 2:00pm Sunday, March 19 at Bethany Christian Reformed Church, 11 E 32nd St., Holland with Pastor Dan Walcott officiating. Visiting hours are scheduled for 1-3pm and 6-8pm on Saturday, March 18 at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E 16th St., Holland. Memorial contributions may be made to the Jeremy Slenk Children's Education Fund c/o Fifth Third Bank, 757 Michigan Ave., Holland MI 49423.

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June 26, 2017

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March 22, 2017

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March 18, 2017

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June 26, 2017

Dear Marilou and family: my heart is breaking for you as I only recently learned of the tragedy of Jeremy.Please accept my deepest sympathy for the loss of such wild and beautiful boy. May the arms of the angels give you peace and comfort. I am thinking of you Jesse and hope you are doing well.------Peace and Love, Mary

March 22, 2017

You will always be remembered. Till we meet again Wing Nut.

The Normal One

Mark Seiler

March 18, 2017

I only met Jeremy last summer down in South Haven, but we hit it off right away. I described him as sort of a "California Cool" kind of guy. Every once and awhile our paths would cross, and it was always an enjoyable experience. The news of his sudden passing is tragic. My thoughts and prayers to his family and friends...

Nancy Wienecke

March 17, 2017

We in Texas are devastated to learn of Jeremy's passing. We share your loss. We never met him, but he is Jenn's family, and that makes him our family. So very sorry.... Warren and Nancy Wienecke, Jeff and Angela Wienecke

Stefani Smart

March 15, 2017

My prayers and support are with you .. Jeremy is walking with Jesus now..That is an awesome thought. I am very sad about the loss of Jeremy. We just have to remember one person's loss is another one's gain... Jesusus gain .... Hmmm Pretty intense.Be strong.. Keep praying! Much love Stefani Smart

Shirley Dykstra

March 15, 2017

To Teagan and his family ~ My heart just aches for your loss. My prayers are that the love that your father had for you and the love of your family and friends will hold you up and give you strength to endure this pain. My prayers for you join those of so many others.

Chris & Amy Kraal

March 15, 2017

Our hearts are saddened by the loss of our long-time friend.

We will forever remember him for the love of life, devotion to his boys, and free spirit. Jeremy was uniquely awesome and will be missed in this earthly world.

Love and prayers especially to his boys - you were truly the center of his heart!

Jackie Rutgers

March 15, 2017

Marilou, I am so sorry for you and the whole Slenk family. You all remain in my prayers for comfort and peace through Him.

Scott and Micki August

March 15, 2017

Marylou and Mitch We are so sorry for your lost. May God give you comfort at this difficult time.

Brenda Essink

March 15, 2017

So sorry for your loss....

Joe and Marina Ruiz

March 15, 2017

We are so sorry to hear about Jeremy. Our deepest sympathy to Marilou, Jesse, Mandy and their families. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.

Joe Ruiz and family

Judy and Bob Curnick

March 15, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with your family . Praying that God's Presence and Peace will cover all of you during this time of loss and grief.

Jeremy Arens

March 15, 2017

My heart goes out to his family. I will miss him SO MUCH! He was an amazing and loyal friend.
R.I.P, My dear friend.
~ Jeremy Arens

Gwen & Tom Van Tuinen

March 15, 2017

Marilou & Mitch....Our prayers are with you & your family at this heartbreaking time. Heartache has been all to familiar with the Slenk family in the recent past, during which we have said many prayers for many family members. May you once again feel the embrace of the loving arms of our Heavenly Father.

Joy & Scott Menghini

March 14, 2017

So sorry to hear this news! My heart is so sad for you all! You are all in my thoughts and prayers!

Bruce and Susan Harkema

March 14, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Our prayer is that the family and friends of Jeremy feel the loving arms of Jesus holding them tightly during this difficult time.

Vern and Marcie Poll

March 14, 2017

Vern and I are so very sorry to hear of your loss. We pray that you feel God's love, peace and comfort. May you be surrounded and held with the loving arms of family and friends.
Our sincere sympathy, Vern and Marcie Poll

Rich Van Sol

March 14, 2017

Thoughts and prayers of comfort for the family.

"Death is given no power over love. Love is stronger. It creates something new out of the destruction caused by death; it bears everything and overcomes everything. Love is at work where the power of death is strongest, in war, persecution and physical death itself. Love is omnipresent. It is here, and there, in the smallest and most hidden ways, as in the greatest, and most visible ones. Love, it rescues life from death. It rescues each of us, for love is stronger than death."
Paul Tillich

Love,

Rich & Cece Van Sol

Russ and Wanda Michmerhuizen

March 14, 2017

Marilou, Mitch and extended family, our sympathy to all of you as you mourn this tragic loss. Praying for peace and comfort in a rich measure during this time of mourning, remembering the promise of life eternal and being assured that promise is given.

Sandy DeKock

March 14, 2017

Your Van Hemert cousins (Linda & Jack Van Lente, Judy Flanagan,Sally Van Hemert and Sandy & Doug DeKock) are sending their love and prayers to all of you. We know,with you, that our Heavenly Father has Jeremy safely in His arms and are thankful for that promise to all of us.

Mark Brower

March 14, 2017

I will never forget Jeremy and the way he could put a smile on anyone's face. I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.

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