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Brian Haskin Obituary

Brian Timothy Haskin, age 32, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord on August 4, 2016, after a courageous, lifelong battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jay Elenbaas, Versal and Lorraine Haskin. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Tim and Julie Haskin; brothers, Mark and Lauren Haskin, David and Mindi Haskin; grandmother, Marian Elenbaas; best friend, Kristy Eason; aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 11 a.m. at Ottawa Reformed Church, 11390 Stanton Rd., West Olive. Interment Blendon Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 p.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf (corner of Avery and Scott) 6651 Scott St., Allendale. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Geek Group in Grand Rapids, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan or Camp Mak-A-Dream in Montana. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.

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Published by The Holland Sentinel on Aug. 7, 2016.

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Douglas Dekker

July 30, 2023

Rest in Peace, Brian.

Doug Dekker

August 8, 2016

So sorry to hear of Brian's passing. I was out of town and sadly missed getting to see the family. Brian will always remain dear to my heart. Brian and I worked together for a year when he was in my fifth grade class. Very intellectual and personable young man. You all have my deepest sympathies. Doug Dekker

Kelly Allen

August 8, 2016

Brian's kind and gentle spirit made an impression on me from the moment I met him at The Geek Group. He was friendly and helpful to everyone, and our earth is at a loss with the absence of such a dear man. Rest in peace, dear Brian

Stuart & Lisa Corder

August 7, 2016

Tim, Julie, Mark , David & family- We pray for God's presence and peace each day as you mourn the loss of Brian, but also celebrate the memories of his life & life eternal. With Love Stuart and Lisa Corder

August 7, 2016

I always enjoyed taking care of Brian and his brothers when he was younger. He never complained, and always had a smile for me. He will be missed.

Carol Johnston

August 6, 2016

Brian will always be in our hearts...he was such a good example for everyone of how to really live, and never give up. What a fighter!

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