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Ian Miskelley Obituary
Ian was born September 21, 2000, in Holland to Steve and Jill (Jubin) Miskelley. Ian went to Corpus Christi Catholic School, and for high school he attended Black River and graduated from Holland Christian High School in 2018. He was currently attending the University of Michigan.
Ian was a very accomplished swimmer. Throughout his swimming career, he enjoyed many successes, competing in numerous state and national championship meets. He competed for Holland Christian, Michigan Lakeshore Aquatics, and was currently on the University of Michigan Swim and Diving Team.
Ian was a kind and determined young man. Throughout his life he exhibited this countless times, often when it was least expected. His kindness and indomitable spirit will be missed. He is survived by his parents: Steve and Jill, his sister Chelsea and her fiancé Jeremiah Garcia; grandparents: Don and Noella Jubin of Holland, Ron and Nancy Miskelley of South Carolina, Aunt Lynn (Jubin) and Uncle Mariusz Koziol, Aunt Steph, Uncle Dave and cousins Sam and Kelly Gill, and Uncle Brian and Aunt Liz and cousins Dan and Jon Miskelley, as well as many friends and teammates.
A funeral mass will be celebrated at 11:00 am, Saturday, September 12, 2020, at Our Lady of the Lake Catholic Church, 480 152nd Ave., Holland MI 49424.
Visitation will be 3:00-6:30 pm, Friday, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th Street, (Due to road construction please enter on Fairbanks Ave.), visitation will also be 9:30-11:00 am Saturday at Our Lady of the Lake prior to the funeral mass. Interment will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the Ian Miskelley Memorial Fund C/O the Holland/Zeeland Community Foundation, 85 E. 8th Street, Suite 110, Holland MI 49423.
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Leslie Redaway
February 24, 2025
Rest In Heaven
Annette Schultz
September 4, 2023
Ian was one of the most genuine, kind, and loving person I knew. To this day I cherish the positivity he brought into my life. We spent many swim meets together throughout the years as our coaches were buddies. One of my favorite memories of Ian was when we were on our recruiting trip to Louisville. We spent hours together jumping off the 10M until my feet went raw and purple, but every jump was just as fun as the last. My last memories with Ian were before I transferred to the University of Florida. I moved back to Dexter temporarily and he was an amazing friend to me the whole time I was home and needed a friend. We would grab lunch, walked around Ann Arbor, sit around and talked for hours about life and me transferring, and spent many nights as partners in the teams card games at parties. He helped me through my decision process to commit to Florida by encouraging me to go to the place that feels like home. He was there for me when I needed a friend, mentor, and shoulder. I will never forget the friendship we had and all his love and support.
Kurt Hedinger
September 14, 2020
Steve, I wish to extend my deepest sympathies to you, Jill and Chelsea for your loss.
Mario Monge
September 13, 2020
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
BETH A KIEKINTVELD
September 13, 2020
Jill and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. Praying for all or you for peace in the days and weeks ahead.
Sara Pedersen
September 12, 2020
Steve, Jill, and Chelsea so sorry for your loss. Ian was also so kind to our boys and always beat them in backstroke. He was so incredibly talented. He is swimming laps in heaven and we will pray that you find peace in knowing you will see him again. Many prayers to you.
The Pedersen Family
Sara Pedersen
September 12, 2020
Steve, Jill, and Chelsea so sorry for your loss. Ian was also so kind to our boys and always beat them in backstroke. He was so incredibly talented. He is swimming laps in heaven and we will pray that you find peace in knowing you will see him again. Many prayers to you.
The Pedersen Family
Emma Lock
September 12, 2020
Jill, Steve & Chelsea:
We are all so very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts & prayers are with you all.
There is no words that can make this easier, but know that we are all thinking of you.
With Love,
The Lock Family.
Juan Brisita
September 12, 2020
Deeply sorry for the loss of such a great young man. The Brisitas
Seligs
September 12, 2020
Dear Miskelleys - we are so sorry to read about Ian. Please accept our deepest condolences on the loss of your son; please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. The Seligs
John, Lisa, Catherine, and Michael Dacloush
September 12, 2020
We are so sorry for the loss of Ian. Our hearts and prayers are with your family. We remember Ian from our years at Corpus Christi and how sweet he was a young boy.
The Hoefling Family
September 12, 2020
Steve, Jill & Chelsea;
We are so sorry to hear of Ian’ s passing. You and your family our in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you during this time of grief and watch over you.
God bless!
Kelli & Mark Smachlo
September 11, 2020
In this time of grief, we extend our deepest sympathies.
Shelley Carden
September 11, 2020
What fast legs that young man had in the pool!
This is something a family should never have to go though.
Accept our condolences during this difficult time.
Jim, Shelley, & Autumn Carden
Annette Schultz
September 11, 2020
Miskelley Family-
Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers and I am beyond sorry for your loss. Ian was a very special young man that touched the hearts and lives of many. I am very fortunate to have spent time with him this past year while at home in Michigan. He was always so supportive of me and everyone around him. He was one of the most genuine, kind, loving, and uplifting people I have met. I will forever cherish the memories I’ve made with him throughout the years from going on our recruiting trip together, hanging out and talking for hours on the couch, to going on walks around Ann Arbor to find the best place to get ice cream and food. One of my most fond memories of Ian was from when we went on our recruiting trip to UofL together; we both had jumped off the ten meter so many times it made our feet raw all the while we couldn’t stop laughing while we jumped. He was so helpful to me this past year and made me feel included by showing me I had his friendship while I was at home searching for a new school to attend. The many long talks we had about his love for UofM’s swim program helped guide me to find a place that I would love just as much. I aspire to have the passion he had for swimming and caring for others. I will forever miss him and the love he radiated.
Brandon and Jami Britton
September 11, 2020
We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you during this difficult time. Brandon and Jami Britton
Dennis Festerling
September 11, 2020
Steve, I am so sorry. I cannot begin to imagine how you feel. Know that you and your family are near to my heart. God Blews my friend.
David Ellis
September 9, 2020
Steve and Jill,
So profoundly sorry for your loss. You are in Michelle and my prayers.
Jody Correa
September 9, 2020
I had the pleasure of meeting Ian and Chelsea as volunteers at Holland Hospital. They both struck me as so polite and friendly, it was a joy to have them. I am so sorry to learn of his passing, he was a remarkable young man. Prayers and peace to your family at this time.
Amy Mike Overweg
September 9, 2020
So sorry to hear about Ian. We will be praying for your family.
Linda Milanowski
September 9, 2020
Jill, Steve and family - our hearts hurt for you and are with you in thought and prayer. While I didn't know him well, as so many have said, and will continue to say, such a thoughtful, fun and talented young man. May you experience the peace that passes all understanding as you love and remember him, and walk this tough tough path. Love the Milanowski-Westdorp family - Bob and Linda, Ellie, Max, and Nathan
Cynthia Thompson
September 11, 2020
There are no words. I am so sorry for your loss. I will always remember Ian as the cheerful little Spider-Man playing on the playground. Praying for your family.
Greg Beilman
September 11, 2020
So sad. Sorry for your loss! He was an awesome swimmer. My condolences to the family and your in my prayers.
Bart and Nancy Shrode
September 11, 2020
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all during this incredibly difficult time.
Loraine DiCerbo
September 10, 2020
Our condolences to your family. Ian was a very talented swimmer and and a great competitor.
Harold and judy Bell
September 10, 2020
We mourn the brevity of his life with us. We can regret the quantity of days that he shared with his family, friends, and teammates. But those days were filled with an abundance of quality. He was a phenom in the water. He was a delight to be around. He gave us his best so many times. Peace, Ian. You deserve that.
H and J
Luna Koch
September 10, 2020
I'm incredibly sorry for your loss. Ian was an amazing person and always made me smile when we had class together. My deepest condolences to the Miskelley family.
The Cummings Family
September 10, 2020
My sincere and heart felt love and condolences to the family. Peace be with you.
Angela Aumaugher
September 10, 2020
Jill, Steve, Chelsea, and Jeremiah,
You are never far from our thoughts during this difficult time. Your BR family is grieving with you and will be here to help with whatever you need. I will miss Ian's knowing smirk and his kind heart. There are no words that can fill the hole he has left. May you find strength in each other and in the community that loves you all.
Karen Feldt
September 10, 2020
Jill and Steve, I am so deeply sorry for your enormous loss. Words seem pointless. Praying for all of you and know that I am here if there is ANYTHING you need! I pray that God will comfort you and make His presence know in the midst of your pain.
Stephanie Henry
September 10, 2020
To Steve, Jill, Chelsea, and Jeremiah -
We're so sorry to hear about Ian's passing. We know there are no words that can make this any easier but know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. Remember to hold each other close during these times.
Jen and Jonathan Pyka; Steph and Brandon Henry
Tom Guarr
September 10, 2020
Steve, Jill, and Chelsea: May you find the strength and wisdom to help you through this difficult time. I hope that you are able to focus on the light and laughter that Ian brought to so many lives. He was a great kid...may all the good memories reside forever in your hearts.
Amy Plackowski
September 10, 2020
Steve, Jill, and Chelsea,
Praying for you and Ian during this difficult time. I have fond memories of him from preschool.
Marguerite Stephens
September 10, 2020
Jill, Steve. Chelsea and family: Our prayers go with you as you travel this sad path. Know that you are not alone and that memories will always be with you to show that Ian did make a difference in this world. He aimed for his dream. May God's peace be with you.
Courtney Hoffmann
September 10, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. I feel fortunate to have worked with Ian over the past year or so. I know the UM family grieves with you. Please accept our heartfelt condolences.
Paula Maas
September 10, 2020
Ian had energy, enthusiasm, laugh and work ethic. But best of all, he had a kind heart. He was talkative and open, so personable. I will miss his spunk and his fun personality. I'll never forget the trips we took as families to swim meets, lunches and dinners. I'll remember how Ian, Ferris and Derek were ringleaders of trouble (lol) on the Zone team. We had a blast cliff jumping in the rain at Bama. So many fun memories of Ian hanging out with the West Ottawa group of swimmers! Ian made the world a better place. We will miss him so much. We know he's with us now, where the pools will never close and the sun always shines. Swim on and have fun Ian! Heaven welcomes you with open arms! ❤
Dave and Michelle Ellis
September 10, 2020
Steve, Jill, So profoundly sorry for your loss. Praying for peach and comfort.
Darlynn Mesman
September 10, 2020
Steve and family, my deepest sympathy to you. Praying for peace and strength for all of you in the coming days and weeks.
Wayne Brummitt
September 10, 2020
Steve, Jill I have no words except you have my deepest sympathy. I pray God's peace and comfort for you.
Nathan Meyer
September 10, 2020
My prayers go out to you in this dark time Miskelley family. Ian will forever be a part of the BRPS family and I will never forget my own time spent teaching him. He will live on favorably in our memories. I pray you the grieving you need, a community to surround you, and love to fill your hearts.
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