Theodore "Ted" Pasma

I had him for both 7th and 8th grade choir at ridgeview junior high. Iiked him. He even taught some music history at times. May he rip.

Ted was a great mentor. My kids loved having him as an adjudicator-he was always kind and wise. "Think not in grief that he is gone, but in thankfulness that he was."

MR. Pasma was a fantastic teacher and person! He was my teacher at GRCC and helped to shape me into the teacher I am today! He was so kind and cared for his students! I also got to see him many times as a SR adjudicator at festival and he always made the kids feel at ease! He will be dearly missed! Tami

Will never forget the years in the choir at Immanuel Reformed with Ted and for Iris and I reconnecting during our time at Beacon Hill with Ted and his friend Joyce.

Loved working with Ted at Immanuel for nine years. His five kids gave me a run for my money. Pastor JB

Me Pasma was my favorite teacher at Ottawa Hills High 1959 to 1963. His choice of music and skill in directing was such a great example for me. Got me through directing class at CMU.

I send my condolences to all the family of Mr Pasma. He was such a kind, caring teacher and music director at OHHS, always encouraging and thoughtful. It was he who got me started as a church pianist, as he recommended me to a small Presbyterian church when I was just out of high school. I have been playing for churches many years now, and I'm happy to have something to contribute to the Lord's work. May he rest in peace; I'm looking forward to that day when all the saints will be reunited.

Our deepest sympathies to all of the Pasma families in your loss. Ted was such a kind and caring man. Ted and Ethel were one of my most precious memories at Immanuel Reformed Church. I was privileged to sing in the choir at Immanuel under Ted´s direction for many years, with such good memories. We were also blessed by his singing at our wedding. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all. He will sadly be missed by many. David and Alvera Kidder

Ive known Ted since the mid 60's when we began attending Immanuel Reformed Church where he was the Choir Director. Then in the late 70s, took a Music class from him at GRJC. And finally, now a fellow member of Thornapple Covenant Church. Really, really good Christian man. He's probably now directing massive choirs in Heaven.