Grand Rapids, Michigan
07/12/1934 - 07/17/2025
Vernon Jay Laninga, passed away on July 17, 2025, five days after his 91st birthday. Vern was born on July 12, 1934, in Byron Center, Michigan to Julius & Johanna (VanLoo) Laninga. The family moved to Lynden, Washington where he grew up with lots of cousins and made life-long friends. After...
Read MoreOMG, i just read this about Vern. Sending my condolences to his beautiful family. I worked closely with Vern over 20 years. What a blessing to know such a kind and considerate man. I actually planned his retirement party. I'm glad he had many years of happy retirement. What a great friend he was. He will be missed.
Diane Einiks
August 15, 2025 | Work
Praise God for the the work he has done in church and school and the Love he gave to his family Rest in Peace
Susan Rienstra Zuehlke
July 27, 2025 | Other
Fond memories of get togethers with Vern & Ann. Sincere condolences to the family.
Ralph & Helen Selders
July 22, 2025 | Friend
Thank you for your service Sir
V. Scott
July 21, 2025 | Other
