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Edward Emelander Obituary

Emelander, Edward Hudsonville Edward Emelander, age 90, of Hudsonville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, July 25, 2020. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 69 years, Helen Emelander; children, Patti and Steve Rich, Mike and Sue Emelander, Dan Emelander, Jeff Emelander; 10 grandchildren; 7 great grandchildren; brothers, Andrew and Laura Emelander, Stanley and Gail Emelander; sisters-in-law, Gertrude Emelander, Bernice Zeman. He was preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Lisa Emelander; several brothers and a sister. Ed worked for Blink Lumber Company before working at Steelcase for 26 years. He served his country in the US Army. A graveside service will be held at Georgetown Cemetery on Wednesday, July 29, at 10:00 A.M. Memorial contributions may be made to Faith Hospice. The family wishes to thank the staff of American House Cottonwood for the care they provided Ed.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Jul. 25 to Jul. 26, 2020.

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Carole (Blink) Baker. Polson, Montana

August 1, 2020

I remember when Ed worked for my father, Lambert (Pat) Blink at the lumber yard in Marne. Heartfelt sympathy to the Emelander family.

steve rich

July 27, 2020

Good-by Ed, My Father in Law. You are now at peace. Thank you for all your encouragement to Patti, Kelly, And myself. We Love You.

Daniel Emelander

July 26, 2020

Good-by father. Thank you for raising me to value hard work and honesty. I will surely miss you.

Larry Byle

July 26, 2020

Gloria and I wish you to know that our thoughts are with you Helen, and your extended family, at your loss.

ROGER K Zoet & Amy Zoet

July 26, 2020

Amy and I are so sorry for your loss. We both worked with Ed for many years at Steelcase and considered him a close friend. He will be missed.

Stan Jaskiewicz

July 25, 2020

Mike, Dan and families, so sorry for your loss. Your Dad was a really good guy. Enjoyed my time working around Ed, Mike and Dan! Keeping you in my prayers.

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