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Janice Van Haitsma Obituary
Janice was a member of Niekerk Christian Reformed Church and was employed as the Secretary at South Side Christian School for 25 years. She and her husband, Al, were area representatives for World Renew.
Janice was preceded in death by her siblings, Cleone Meulenbelt, Norm Van Langen, Elsa Texer Brower and Clarice Zuidema.
Janice is survived by her husband of 60 years, Alan Van Haitsma; children, Janet (Tim) Howell of Holland, Mark (Glenda) Van Haitsma of Olympia, WA, Steve (Kris) Van Haitsma of Hudsonville, Doug (Yvonne) Van Haitsma of Pittsburgh, PA; grandchildren, Elizabeth (Justin) Boldt, Emily (Michael) Schipper, Nate Van Haitsma, Janna Van Haitsma, Ben Van Haitsma, Naomi Van Haitsma, Cyrus (Ingrid) Van Haitsma, Katie (Josh) Klomp, Alyssa (Matt) Kotva, Marie Van Haitsma, Maya Van Haitsma, Will Van Haitsma; great grandchildren, Clara Boldt, Jack Klomp; siblings, Kathy Helmus of Virginia, Ruth (Ken) Postma of Zeeland; in-laws, Jucille Van Langen of Husdonville, Les Brower of Holland, Ed Zuidema of Jenison, Marilyn (Vern) Boersen of Zeeland, Esther Walters of Holland, John (Rose) Van Haitsma of Holland, Sharon (Randy) Bytwerk of Grand Rapids.
Family burial and committal services are planned for Friday, May 22 at Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Christian Schools and World Renew. Arrangements are by Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home. Condolence messages and a video of the committal service is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com.
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Robert Schreur
June 7, 2020
very sorry for your losd
Cindra Bishop
May 21, 2020
As a member of the Pearl's Book Club I was fortunate to know Jan as a fellow Book Lover. We shared books, looks, brunch, lunch, gaffs and laughs. She was a "Pearl of Great Price" no matter who she was with or where she was. Thank you for sharing her love and time with us. May God Bless and Keep you all in His Peace and Love!
Marge Boeve
May 21, 2020
Dear Al and Family, sincere sympathy in Jan's loss after her lingering difficulties. Yet I am sure you all carry some special memories during those many months. She was such a kind hostess to Ed and to me in your house on the Hill during our many visits for a variety of reasons. We were neighbors in Hol. Hts. in the earlier years and our kids were similar ages. Al's continual care for Jan is such a gift and example ofGod's Love. So thankful I could take The V.H. Family CalvinCollege Picture years ago! Love and Prayers for all of you.
Tom and Dort Peterson
May 19, 2020
We are so sorry to hear about Jan. Our deepest sympathy for you Al and for all of your family and friends. We pray that God be with you in these sad days and gives you peace to know that Jan is in a much better place then we are. With our deepest Sympathy , Prayers, Love and Hugs
Lyle Ahrenholz
May 19, 2020
Our deepest sympathy to you Al and your family. May God give you peace as you release Jan to her heavenly home. I so much appreciated her good work and counsel in her role as secretary in our time together at South Side.
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