Glen-VanderKooi-Obituary

Glen VanderKooi

Byron Center, Michigan

1969 - 2025

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DIED
March 27, 2025
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Byron Center, Michigan

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On Thursday, March 27, 2025, Glen Michael VanderKooi, age 55, of Byron Center Michigan, completed his life's race surrounded by his wife and children. Glen was born December 8, 1969, in Ann Arbor, Michigan to Lambert and Agatha VanderKooi. He grew up In Portage, Michigan, where he attended...

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Kori, you and your family have our deepest sympathy. Our thoughts and prayers continue for you during this most difficult time. Yet we rejoice with you knowing Glen is now healed and whole again in heaven with Jesus.

We were just talking today about our dear friendship with your family! Several things reminded us of you all this week. God was likely telling us you need prayer. My friend in Grandville saw the obituary and emailed it tonight. We are so saddened about your loss of Glen. You are all very special. We had the privilege of camping together at Chain of Lakes in Indiana after we moved. Glen was an amazing Christian man who left a big impression on us and others. His and your hearts were so big...

Kori and family. I'm so sorry for your loss. Glen is a great person, and I'm so glad I got to know him working together at Meijer for many years. He often talked about his love for his family, all the things going on with the kids, and adventures you all would take. His loss is felt by everyone. I've been following on Caring Bridge, and praying with so many others, overwhelmed and in awe of your continuing Praise for the Lord through it all. Will continue to pray for peace in your hearts. -...

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I never met him but what a beautiful testimony. Sounds like a race well run, a life well lived. Prayers for the family.