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Irma Polinsky Obituary
Jean Polinsky, age 88, of Grand Haven passed away Friday, May 30, 2025, at her home. She was born May 20, 1937, in Ferrysburg, Michigan, to Riley C. and Lois Marian (Hubbell) Avery.
Jean was a lifelong resident of Grand Haven. She ran a daycare from her home for many years. All the children that came to "Jeans" were very special to her, she completed this chapter with providing daycare for her Grandchildren and Great-Grandchildren.
She went on to become the Manager at the Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post #28 in Grand Haven until her retirement. Jean was also active in the American Legion Post #28 Auxiliary and the VFW Sgt. Alvin Jonker Post #2326 Auxiliary. She enjoyed spending time with her family, doing puzzles, reading and gardening.
She is lovingly remembered by her two daughters, Debra (Steve) Kanaar and Patti (Steve) Pitcher; seven grandchildren: Nicholas (Rita) Kanaar, Alexandra (Bryan) Berkstresser, Derek (Lauren) Johnson, Carly (Gary Flowers) Wing, Anika (Stephen) Pitcher-Legg, Tara Pitcher, and Megan (DeAllen) Young; fifteen great-grandchildren; her sister, Joan Gardner; her brother, Robert (Bev) Avery; and numerous nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her sister, Connie Weigel, and two brothers, Pete Avery and Paul Avery.
A memorial open house will be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, 2025, at The Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post #28 in Grand Haven. Memorials to Heartland Hospice are appreciated.
Arrangements entrusted to The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave., Grand Haven, MI 49417. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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Bette
June 4, 2025
Patti Pitcher, so sad to hear about your Mom. Sending giant hugs
Cathy Feyt
June 4, 2025
Thank you, Jean, for being such a great caregiver to so many children over the years. Your kindness and smiles were much appreciated. Condolences to the family
Peggy Weick
June 3, 2025
Jean sat for all three of my girls, Jamie, Cary & Shelley. She was amazing with them. Later, after they were grown, she I joined the legion and the joke was that she was babysitting me. - Peg Weick (Zysk- Bultje)
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