Grand Rapids, Michigan
MARSMAN - Mrs. Ruth Marsman, age 96, of Grand Rapids, passed into the presence of her Lord and Savior on Sunday, September 19, 2010. She was a member of Orchard Hills Reformed Church and a 1932 graduate of Union High School. Ruth helped her husband who was the founder of Marsman Construction...
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Wayne and Kathy,
Carol and I send our sympathy. I have fond memories of her kindness (esp. cookies) when we were at hope. She was a woman of faith and family. Her influence continues through her children, and so God continues her blessing to us.
Dennis & Carol Wilcox
Dennis Wilcox
September 25, 2010 | Hackensack, NJ
Marsman Family,
So sorry to hear of the passing of your Mother. What a strong,amazing and sincere Christian woman she was. Ruth was blessed to have such a dedicated and close family surrounding her. She was so proud of her family and she took great comfort in knowing that you always put her needs first. There are so many great memories of Ruth, Harold & Leon that will always be cherished.
Steve and Karen Stepanovich
September 22, 2010
Dear Friends,
We learned of the passing of your Mom, grandmother and great-grandmother via e-mail here in Florida and want to express our sincere sympathy to all of you. We have wonderful memories of Ruth over the years and so thankful she was part of our lives. May God grant His peace and comfort to all of you.
Love, Mike and Ardith Matthysse
September 21, 2010
Dear Marsman family,
Lynnore and I have many fond memories of your parents, and your beloved Leon and Gail. How special it was to be in ministry together. Your family business is one of integrity; and your parents passion for Christ is a blessing to many. Our boys remember the many snowmobile times with Leon's family when we first moved to G.R. The bus ministry continues to be an inspiration as I continue to meet people who came to Fairview on the buses. So many blessings -- and so...
September 21, 2010
Hi Guys
So sorry to hear about your Mother's Passing, but remember what your Father and Her Stood for, and some day you will be with them again.
Your Friends
Marvin & Marilyn Hills
September 21, 2010
Marsman Family,
You have our sympathy and our prayers. May God give you his peace and strength as you go through this time of loss. Your Mom and grandmother was an awesome lady. She was a very kind and gracious person. Her friendship with my brother and his family; and my parents, especially with my Mom these last months at Covenant Village was very wonderful. And while losing someone special is never easy, may you take joy in the good memories and the fact someday you will have the...
Ken Rinzema
September 21, 2010 | Walker, MI
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family in the loss of your Mom and Grandmother. You are in our prayers.
Tim and Eileen VerStrate and Family
Eileen VerStrate
September 21, 2010 | Grand Rapids, MI
Ross and Kathy,
My deepest sympathy is extended to you on the loss of your Mother. How wonderful you had her for 96 years and that she is now safe in the arms of her Lord. May you find comfort in that and all the memories you must have after all these years.
Karen (Lukaart) Oostveen
September 21, 2010