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Ernest Berends

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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BERENDS - Ernest Berends, aged 82, of Howard City, formerly of Moline, passed away Friday, September 23, 2011. Ernest was born on March 10, 1929, the son of Egbert and Marjorie (Korhorn) Berends. He is survived by his wife of 63 years, Rozza Marie; children, Daniel (Valerie) Berends, Donald...

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So sorry for your loss Rozza. You will be in my thoughts.

Alice my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Sending my love, Patty Berends Stephens

I'm sorry for your loss. There is nothing I can say that will ease the pain but God will get you through this. I remember my parents (Pete and Marge Vanden Toorn) taking me to visit you and Aunt Margie in Moline. If I remember correctly, Ernie was the one who took me on my first airplace ride.

What to say when there are no words...What can I do to ease your hurt? So much I would like to do and say, if only there were some other way. At a time like this, there's so much to do, everything changing, everything new. So much sorrow and heartbreak to bear, please realize how much others care. We feel your loss and pray for you, and hope your faith will pull you through. The tragedy that life has dealt, by many others has been felt. Though deep in your sorrow please try to find, God has...

I had the pleasure of working with Ernie at Interstate Motor Freight for 17 years. So sorry to hear of his passing and know that my prayers are with the family and friends.

May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.

I remember Ernie from the family reunions. Lorena (my mom) Also send her sympathy to you. God Bless