Marie-KIKSTRA-Obituary

Marie and Edward KIKSTRA

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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KIKSTRA, Marie, age 92, passed away Wednesday, April 18, 2012 in Hudson, FL and KIKSTRA, Edward, age 93, passed away Wed-nesday, April 25, 2012 in Hudson, FL. Their childhood friendship resulted in a marriage of over 70 years. They are formerly of Grand Rapids, MI and are survived by daughters,...

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Dear Kathy and family - I send my deepest sympathy to you all. I lost my parents over 50 years ago and still miss them. It must have been wonderful having them for 70 years. My heart aches for all of you. Sincerely, Peggy Noble Idema

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

I met Eddie in the fall of 1973. I had just been transferred to the night shift at Haven Busch and Eddie was my boss. He was always a positive person and a cheerful person. I can't ever remember him being angry. He was in charge of the fab shop too so we didn't see him a lot. He trusted us to do our jobs and we didn't want to let him down. He was a special person. There were a couple of stories about Eddie that I thought I would share. Every Friday night was "Quality Island" night. Eddie...

My condolences to your family for the loss of Marie and Eddie. I worked with Eddie for 20+ years at Haven Busch. He was a good foreman, and a better man and friend. He is in a photo on my desk as part of a group of rare individuals. He will be missed.

Chuck Lane