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I am sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My sincere condolences to the family.
Kristy, CHC
January 12, 2024 | Other


Grand Rapids, Michigan
Battjes, DouglasGrand RapidsDouglas Battjes, age 68, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, December 26, 2023. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife, Linda Battjes; children and grandchildren, Andres Battjes, Courtney and Justin Lamer (Vanessa, Cristina, Raymond,...
Read MoreI am sorry to hear of Doug's passing. My sincere condolences to the family.
Kristy, CHC
January 12, 2024 | Other
I only knew him for a about 2 year, He was a wonderful teacher and mentor and he will be miss
Christine Sella
December 30, 2023 | School
Doug was my best friend as a child. Doug, Jerry and Evy created more special moments than I can innumerate. Jerry flew us to a cottage up north in his Cessna airplane, was the first in the neighborhood to have a snowmobile, taught me how to drive a stick shift in an old green truck on a two track, took us camping every spring to Holland State Park when it was still cold and snowy, and was generally the coolest Dad around. Evy was extremely nice to me as well. To say I have fond memories of...
Kim DeStigter
December 29, 2023
Doug worked many years with emotionally challenged youth, he was very good at his chosen profession. He was a friend and had a great laugh. We all have lost a great soul
david l jinkins
December 28, 2023
Just remembering the love you shared with Doug. My heartfelt love and Light sent to you Linda.
Rosalind Jackson
December 27, 2023 | Friend
I was so sad to hear about Doug passing but happy to hear that he went home to be with his Lord and Savior. He will be missed and remembered always as such a sweet and memorable man. You´re family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
Sue Pechler
December 27, 2023 | Work
I am so sorry for your loss. I worked with Doug at Oakleigh School where he was my mentor in the 1990s. I enjoyed working with him and seeing him at gatherings throughout the years. I have fond memories of him. I hope you find solace in your memories you will forever carry in your heart.
Heidi Terpstra
December 27, 2023 | Work