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Big Rapids, Michigan
Aug 2, 1930 – May 5, 2025
Marilyn J. Schuitema (Kling, Vanderbei), age 94, passed away peacefully on May 5, 2025, in Big Rapids, Michigan.Born on August 2, 1930, in Grand Rapids, Michigan, Marilyn built a life defined by professional excellence and personal vitality. She earned her credentials as an accountant and went...
Read MoreDear Bob and Kris, I am sorry to hear that Bob's Mom passed away in May. I will never forget back in 1982 that Bob told me I would really like his Mom. He was right. I had several occasions to meet her, in Champaign and in Grand Rapids. I even remember her ordering veal parmiggiani at a restaurant with us and dancing with her to "Down By the Riverside". Let's get back in touch sometime! JPD
John P D'Angelo
July 07, 2025 | Other
I loved Marilyn and we had fun together! It was a pleasure and a privilege to work for her and get to know Beth and Bryan. God bless you and comfort you.
Cindy McKnight
May 17, 2025 | Work
We were so happy to have been neighbors with Marilyn at Quail Crest. She was a lovely woman inside in out. Her family was so important to her and hearing her stories was a joy. We missed her when she moved, and now we will miss her again.
Jane and Michael McDaniels
May 13, 2025 | Friend
I love you mom! I am so happy to have had you as my mom.
Bob Vanderbei
May 11, 2025 | Family
