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Janice Aardema Obituary
October 28, 2023
Janice M. Aardema, age 75 of Independence, Kentucky formerly of Stanwood, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2023. She was born in Tecumseh on December 26, 1947, the daughter of Gordon and Erma (Allen) Kutchinski. Janice was a graduate of Morley Stanwood High School.
She married Duane Aardema on December 6, 1969, and together they raised their family in Stanwood. Janice was employed with Morley Stanwood School District where she drove bus and was the custodian for over 20 years. Janice had a love of horses; both caring for them and riding them. She enjoyed being outside, working in her flower garden, and knitting. Janice helped organize the 4-H Club in Mecosta County, where she was a volunteer.
She is survived by her two sons, D'Wayne Aardema of Grand Rapids and James (Katie) Aardema of Beattyville, KY; six grandchildren, Shera, Jacob, Jarod, Austin, Sidney, and Emili; one great-granddaughter on the way, Phoebe; one sister, Linda Fessler of Morley; and several nieces and nephews.
Janice was preceded in death by her parents and husband Duane Aardema.
Funeral Services will take place 6:00 p.m. Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at Daggett-Gilbert Funeral Home in Big Rapids. The family will greet friends from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Wednesday at the Funeral Home. Janice will be laid to rest at Highland View Cemetery at 10:00 a.m. Thursday, November 2nd.
Memorial contributions may be made in Janice's name to your local 4-H Club.
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Darleen Ketchum
November 2, 2023
She was a good friend of my sister and I got to know her to we all went to school together I will miss her she was a great lady
Your Neighbor
October 31, 2023
I was sorry to read of your loss and wanted to offer my condolences to your family. Please take comfort in each other, build faith in scriptural promises and find strength in the power of prayer.
Toni Johnson ( Edgerly)
October 31, 2023
So many prayers to the family. Such an amazing woman. Always so kind and friendly both walking through the halls of MS while working so hard or if you seen her out an about. She will be missed by many.
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