John R. "Jack" Oudsema

Jack was fiercely passionate, independent and authentic. He refused to succumb to others expectations. At times, he was selfless, from stopping to help a stranger in a blizzard in his wingtips with no coat, to the beautiful botanical Islands to which he devoted himself. R.I.P., Jackson, my life is richer because you were in it. My condolences to the family.

With heartfelt sympathies to the entire Oudesma family.

Always enjoyed seeing Jack around the Winchell nieborhood. He was a fun guy. One of the good ones ! Dave Collins

My sympathy and prayers to the Oudsema family. I grew up in the Lama neighborhood and boy did we have fun. Great memories! Susan Haak Vlietstra

Jack was a great guy, I´ve known him since high school. I haven´t seen him in years, assuming he was still down south. He will be missed. Our prayers and condolences to the family. Dallas Dale Townsend II

Jack was fierce, passionate about his Independence and was funny. I had the pleasure to be his nurse and he challenged me to the fullest but was ALWAYS thankful when I came to take care of him ( of course after being a bit sassy at first) RIP Jack Your nurse Sonia (@ PACE)