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1926
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2016
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George Kuiper Obituary
George was a member of Christ Memorial Church, where he joyfully served as a greeter for 25 years. While wintering in Florida, he attended Bayshore Chapel. He was a member of the Pioneer Village Shuffle Board Club. George was a veteran of the Army, having served during WWII. He was a business owner, mechanic, private pilot, and boat runner. George loved playing his harmonica and was a member of various musical groups including Corky's Pals.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Gladys Kuiper, in 2009, brother Ken Kuiper, and grandson in law Andrew Van Beck.
He is survived by his children, Connie and Dale Van Dyk of Kalamazoo, Dave and Barb Kuiper of Holland; 4 grandchildren, Doug and Christine Van Dyk, Kate Van Beck, Jodi Dougherty, Jeff and Mariela Kuiper; great grandchildren, Isaac, Katie Joy, Justin, Samantha, Celia, William, Daniel, Javier, and Nayeli; siblings, Harold and Joyce Kuiper, Ron and Donna Kuiper, Lillian Kuiper, Julie (Alvin, dec.) Meiste, and many nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be given to Resthaven Care Community, 948 Washington Ave., Holland, MI 49423, and Hospice of Holland, 270 Hoover Blvd., Holland, MI 49423.
The Kuiper family would like to thank the community of Resthaven and Hospice of Holland for the exceptional love and care given to George.
A celebration of life will be held at 1 p.m., Friday, October 7, 2016, at Christ Memorial Church, 595 Graafschap Road in Holland. Reverend William Boersma will be officiating. Burial will be in East Saugatuck Cemetery.
Visitation will be held from 6-8pm, Thursday, October 6, 2016, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James Street in Holland.
Please visit www.lakeshorememorial.com to leave a message or memory for the Kuiper family.
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Robert Farrese
September 29, 2023
Condolences. I had a wonderful playing music with George. It was music that brought us together. Thank you George.
Kathie, me, and George in 2014.
Roger Billings
October 20, 2016
I met George at the Coopersville jam session several years ago, and enjoyed his warm friendship very much. He & I play harmonica, and I'd accompany him on my guitar when he asked. We love our veterans, especially ones that play harmonica. :) George is missed very much. Our sympathies go out to you folks, his family.
Roger & Kathie Billings
Frank & Ann Wilson
October 10, 2016
George was a wonderful, dear man and a gentle soul! We always looked forward to going to church at CMC knowing George would be there greeting us with a SMILE and a Good Morning. Heaven is a brighter place with George in it!
Mary Driesenga
October 6, 2016
George is missed.He always seemed to smile no matter what,I enjoyed helping him when I could.
Rich Rauch
October 6, 2016
Dave, I'm sorry for your loss and praying you and your loved ones can cherish the memories until you meet again in the presence of our Redeemer.
Russ & Shirley Benner
October 5, 2016
We will never forget George & think of him often, especially on Feb.24th since Russ shared a birthday with him.
October 5, 2016
We knew Gorge from the park and his happy face at Bayshore Chapel and of course his joy of playing his harmonica. Will be missed by many !!
Dean & Arlene Bellevue Ohio
Ginette & Pierre Cusson
October 5, 2016
•We are deeply sorry to hear about the death of Georges H .
Diane Savard
October 5, 2016
We will miss you at Pioneer Village. We will miss your energy playing your harmonica! Our sympathies all the family! Diane Savard and Philippe Hudon
Mike Raoul
October 5, 2016
We met George at Pioneer Village ... I have a signed copy of his war memories. I would often tell him "it's hard to beat you old artillery guys at shuffleboard". He would smile. We will miss him.
Mike and Mary ... Nova Scotia
Lee & Vonnie VanKampen
October 5, 2016
George was a smiling face every Sunday morning when we entered the church. He was an inspiration to all. We loved hearing him play his harmonica...now he will be doing it in Heaven. Our loss is Heavens' gain.
Marianne & Roger
October 5, 2016
We all will miss your dad, prayers to you and your family. RIP George you will be miss in PV.
John & Holly Doyon
October 4, 2016
George was a very special man and a "light" to many. Always full of spirit and energy. We can only hope to have his zest for life as we walk thru our senior years. He will be sorely missed at Pioneer Village.
Pierrette & Bob Farrese
October 4, 2016
We will miss you at Pioneer Village. We will miss your energy playing your harmonica with us but mostly your charming personnality and your warmth.
Goodbye my friend. You will always be in out hearts.
October 4, 2016
You will always be in our hearts and never forgotten. RIP my friend.
Linda Rumble (Lady Bird) and Jim Easun
October 4, 2016
Connie ,Dale ,Kate and Doug, Thinking of you all, in this sad time,so hard to lose a Dad and Grandpa.....Loved the video of him playing his harmonica in church. Thank God for such special memories....
Mike Wilson
October 4, 2016
George was a friend to hundreds of Pioneer Village residents. He will be fondly remembered, and missed by many. RIP "Airplane George", and keep those angels entertained with your harmonica.
Dee Krcatovich
October 4, 2016
Connie and family, I was so sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. Knowing he is reunited with your Mom and suffers no more has got to bring you joy. What a wonderful tribute it was to him playing his harmonica one last time in church. I so enjoyed listening to him on facebook. May God give you peace and comfort as you say your goodbyes until you are together once more. My deepest condolences are with you and the whole family. God Bless You.
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