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In loving memory of a wonderful woman who not only taught her students, but all she encountered by her love of learning, nature, travel and example.
Frances Grant
March 30, 2025 | Other


Grand Rapids, Michigan
Elizabeth Laura (Betty) Dinkel, age 87, passed peacefully into the arms of the Lord while surrounded by loved ones and was reunited with her husband Lawrence on Divine Mercy Sunday, April 3, 2016. Betty was born to Matt and Mamie Schrauben on August 8, 1928 in Westphalia, MI, where she spent her...
Read MoreIn loving memory of a wonderful woman who not only taught her students, but all she encountered by her love of learning, nature, travel and example.
Frances Grant
March 30, 2025 | Other
Dinkel Family - So very sorry for your loss. My childhood memories of Grand Rapids and Gun Lake are filled with time spent with your family...I was always in awe of "all those kids." Your mom was very special to my parents and especially my mom as their friendship spanned decades, beginning at Aquinas. Just a few weeks ago when visiting my mom she called me Betty, so while she may not be able to hold people in her mind, your mom is definitely in her heart. Please accept sincere condolences...
Mary Kay Hauck
April 10, 2016 | Okemos, MI
Larry and Ruth I am sorry for your loss. Prayers for you and your family.
Mary Beth Thompson
April 10, 2016 | Grand Rapids, MI

My deepest condolences to Larry and all of the Dinkel family. Your mom was the loveliest of ladies, may she rest in peace.
Jody Mead
April 08, 2016 | Chicago, IL
We are so sorry for the loss of a beautiful lady. We love you and will miss you Aunt Betty. Sending prayers and hugs to the family as we are out of town this week and could not be there.
Tom Schrauben
April 08, 2016 | Portland, MI
To the Dinkel family. So sorry to here about the passing away of Mrs. Dinkel. All of our family have fond memories of your Mother & her strong faith know that my thoughts and prayers are with you may you feel the embrace of God holding you.
The Farage Family
Mike Farage
April 07, 2016 | Grand Rapids, MI
To the Dinkel family. So sorry to here about the passing away of Mrs. Dinkel. I have fond memories of your Mother & her strong faith know that my thoughts and prayers are with you may you feel the embrace of God holding you.
Marie Farage
April 07, 2016
Jen & Tim,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Benny and Clara Hardouin
April 07, 2016
A great lady and gifted teacher . I was blessed to have her as a teacher at St. Thomas. May God bless the Dinkel family during this difficult time.
Louis Bandlow
April 07, 2016 | Grand Rapids, MI