Lois-VanDyke-Obituary

Lois VanDyke

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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DIED
March 17, 2025
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Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Lois Jean (Brown) VanDyke ran crying, dancing and laughing into the arms of Jesus on March 17, 2025. She was born on October 18, 1951 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to Wayne E. and Mildred M. (Fryling) Brown. Lois was married to Steve VanDyke until they divorced. They had two children, Megan and...

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I met Lois 20 years ago when I found her in her office, handed her my resume, and told her, "My dad said if I want something, I've gotta go out and get it." She was a gem from the beginning and helped me get a job in the lab. We worked at LHCP for a while together and when my dad was there receiving radiation, I was able to introduce him to Lois. She made sure to tell him her first memory of me bringing in my resume. Lois was kind and had a huge heart for others. When she showed up for...

My sympathy to her family. I´m sure she was a fun grandma. Yes her smile was always a bright spot! I´ve known her from 4yrs old ! She was an amazing pianist and always played for our animal "funerals". Everyone in the hospital system knew who Lois was and always a good word of her . Thankful she´s now singing, dancing and playing in heaven

My friendship with Lois goes way back and began at work. Her humility and her sense of humor are unforgettable. She was one of those people that you could relate to immediately regardless of whether you talked to her the day before or hadn't seen her for awhile. I can still hear her laughter and see her smile. I cannot imagine the loss her family is feeling this week but hope there is comfort knowing that she knew where she was going. Heaven is a better place because she is there. ...

I started drawing blood with her outpatient at East Paris Lab. I learned so much from her and she was always there for me. She was amazing and loved every minute I worked with her. I loved running into her when I became a nurse and her smile lit up the room. May she no longer be in pain and live a fabulous life in heaven like she deserves. Love you my friend.

Lois was instrumental in helping me gain confidence in myself and my abilities. We endured a great relationship working together, she took a chance on me and promoted me to coordinator. I have so much to thank her for

Lois and I worked together for 40 years and we were also great friends. I will miss her dearly. Lois was truly one of a kind. Her humor and love of life were contagious and welcoming. May she rest in peace in the arms of her savior. Peace be with her family during this time.

Lois and I knew each other for decades from being coworkers to building a faith-based friendship. She was such a bright light and my heart is deeply saddened. I praise God that she no longer endures the pain of cancer and that she is wholly healed. Love you, Lois.

I first met Lois decades ago when singing together in the choir at Fuller Avenue CRC. Her smile, laughter and keen sense of humor were infectious! We reconnected later in life when we lived in the same neighborhood. Lois loved life, but I am confident she is loving being in the presence of her Lord more than anything. She leaves a void here until we meet again for eternity.

We have lived next door to Lois for 35 years. She was a great neighbor and a true friend. It´s hard to imagine, now, being outside but NOT seeing her at work in her lovely garden , or relaxing and chatting on her porch. We send our love to all of you. She will be missed