Andrew David Vlietstra, age 37, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 11, 2020.

Andy had a successful career in finance including working for the Federal Reserve Bank, Washington D.C., and most recently, Stryker Corporation, Portage, MI. He graduated from Holland Christian High School, Calvin College, and received a Master of Science in Applied Economics from Johns Hopkins University. Andrew was admired for his charisma, thirst for knowledge and for helping those in need. He loved embarking on any new adventure. He had the gift of making everyone he met feel special.

He is survived by his parents, Robert and Elizabeth Vlietstra; girlfriend, Ann-Marie Aumann; sister, Betsy and Scott Nuismer; nephew, Samuel Nuismer; brother and sister, Tonny and Suzan Kidega and their children Kyle and Kayla Kidega; grandparents, Hollis and Gwen Vlietstra; and his aunts, uncles, and many cousins.

A Celebration of Life is planned for 10:00am Thursday, June 18th, 2020 at Central Wesleyan Church 446 West 40th St. Holland, MI 49423 in the outdoor gazebo with Reverend Mike McKay officiating. Please use parking lot #7 for easy access.

In lieu of flowers, any celebration contributions may be given in Andrew's honor to Celebrate Recovery c/o Central Wesleyan Church, 446 West 40th St. Holland, MI 49423.

Interment to be in West Drenthe Cemetery.

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Published by The Holland Sentinel on Jun. 17, 2020.

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22 Entries

Jim Sportel

June 29, 2020

Dear Bob and Liz:
We just recently received the sad news about the passing of your son, Andrew. It is so sad and painful to lose a family member at such a young age. Berta and I will be thinking and praying for you in the difficult times ahead. God bless, Jim and Berta Sportel

Paul Busman

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Bonnie J

June 18, 2020

Oh, dear loved ones of Andrew: I was saddened to learn that you beautiful, intelligent son had departed this earth to join his Creator. I knew him from an anonymous Sunday night group at 1st Presbyterian Church and listened intently. I always considered him to be an intellectual -- almost too sensitive and intelligent for this world in these times. He was gifted and gentle and in very crass times like these, I listened to his heart and struggles with interest. He was a blessing to our group and I, upon learning of his unexpected death, was heartsick for you. He was kind. He was very smart. He had a heart. Be very proud of the son you raised. My friends at that meeting will miss him. May our loving God bless your hearts and home in these quiet hours ahead. He was a beautiful child of God. The Peace of Christ to you. He is thrashing out the philosophies of the world with Our God these days. Wouldn't we all love to be in on that session! Blessings, and God's loving to you during your days of grief and love.

Nick Venema

June 18, 2020

Vlietstra family,
I'm so sorry for your loss. I have so many great memories with Andy that I'll carry with me. I'll be praying for you guys.

Michiel De Pooter

June 17, 2020

Dear Family Vlietstra, It is with tremendous sadness that we learned of Andrew's passing. We all knew Andrew during his time in DC, and he was our friend, colleague and soccer buddy. Andrew touched us all with his kindness, boundless energy, joy and curiosity, and we shall cherish the fond memories of his vibrant character. Andrew was special, and he will be sorely missed. We are terribly sorry for your loss. With love, Abdul Akande, Aqib Aslam, Armando Munoz, Fanny Carlet, Isabel Ramberg, Lucy Qian Liu, Marius Rodriguez, Matteo Sabattini, Michiel De Pooter, Steffan Ball, Stephanie Lai, Viktors Stebunovs

Ed and Kay Niewoonder

June 17, 2020

Dear Vlietstra family, We are so saddened and shocked to hear of Andy's passing! I got to know Andy the passed two years at both Stryker locations. He was always so kind and giving! So sorry for your loss! You are in our prayers! Andy will be missed!

Nina (Brinkert) Victor

June 17, 2020

Dearest Liz & Bob,
Words seem so inadequate at a time like this. Though I never had the honor of meeting your son I know just by knowing the two of you how much love & faith abounded & tied your family together. I pray these bonds will hold you snugly in the days to come.sending my love, my prayers, and my hugs to you & your entire family. Much love

Aaron Smyth

June 17, 2020

You will be missed, Andrew. I am grateful to have met you while we both lived in the Washington, DC area. Talking golf and economics with you was always interesting and fun.

Charlynn Mercer

June 17, 2020

So sorry to hear of Andrew's passing. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.

The Weyerhauser Family

June 16, 2020

Dear Bob, Liz, and family,

There are no words we can think of that would make this better, so we just wanted you to know that we love you. We are so sorry for what happened. Everyone who knew Andy will greatly miss him. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We hope that you can take comfort and strength from the loving embrace from those near and far. God bless you and keep you safe and comforted in his love.

Jera Laidlaw

June 16, 2020

Dear Bob, Liz and family,
Our sincere sympathy of the loss of your precious son. We are praying for you, asking God to bring you strength, comfort, peace and fond memories. May the Lord bless you and keep you ❤

Carla Lokers

June 16, 2020

We are saddened by this life ended and hope the memories of Andy flourish. His date of birth is the same as Darryl, (month, day) and this means nothing but was a point of conversation with them. And the conversations are/were memorable.

Steve Huyser

June 16, 2020

So sorry for your loss will keep your family in prayer

JoLee Wennersten

June 16, 2020

Dear Bob, Liz, and family, My deepest Sympathy during this difficult time. I send you hugs and love and prayers.

John & Denise Anderson

June 16, 2020

Bob, Liz, Betsy & Scott, Our hearts are breaking for you. The sadness you must be going through. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May the Lord comfort you during this sorrowful time.
God bless all of you.

Pamela Ruegg

June 15, 2020

Bob and family, Your MSU colleagues join me in extending our condolences to you at your great loss. We are so sorry that you are experiencing this sorrow. You and your family are in our prayers and we hope that you are comforted and surrounded by love. On behalf of MSU Animal Science, Pamela Ruegg

Carrie Rodgers-O'Neal

June 15, 2020

Dear Vlietstra's, my heart grieves with you for your loss of your precious son Andrew. I will lift you up to the Lord for comfort. Carrie Rodgers-O'Neal, CWC, Holland, MI

Hank & Judi Steenwyk

June 15, 2020

Bob & Liz - our hearts are broken for you and your family. Please know that our love and prayers surround each of you during these very difficult days now and in the future. We can't imagine your sorrow but know that God does and He will carry you through this.

Scott Curtis

June 15, 2020

So sorry for your loss. Please know that you will be in our prayers

Jan De Kleine

June 15, 2020

Vlietstra's. We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Andy shared time with ours girls here in our home over the years and he was always a delight to have around. We can not imagine your sorrow but will carry your journey forward in our prayers.

Margaret Walton

June 15, 2020

I'm so sorry to hear about Andrew. I worked with him at the Fed and when I was new to the job he went out of his way to include me in social events and to get to know me, which was so kind. I am also from Michigan and we often talked about how much we enjoyed Lake Michigan in the summer. He was such a nice person and he'll be missed.

Patti Groetsema

June 15, 2020

Bobby, Liz, Betsy & Scott - please know you have been in our constant prayers and will continue to be. We love you all, Steve & Patti

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