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Phyllis Petroelje Obituary
Holland, Michigan - Phyllis Petroelje age 93, of Holland, went to be with her Lord on Thursday, June 24, 2021.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Gerald in 2010.
Phyllis was a member of Bethany Christian Reformed Church and a 1945 graduate of Holland Christian High School.
She is survived by her children, Jane and Harris Overway, Nancy and Dan Brower, Debra and Keith Brandsen; 9 grandchildren, Rob and Robin Overway, Julie and Dennis Aukema, Jennifer and Scott Mokma, Sarah and Josh Zuidema, Beth and Tim Voss, Joe and Nelly Brower, Kate and Glenn Van Otteren, Heather and Nate Niewiek, Nathan and Halley Brandsen; 22 great grandchildren; sister-in-law; Marguerite Petroelje; many nieces and nephews.
Funeral services will be 11:00 a.m. Monday, June 28, 2021, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St. Holland with Pastor Dan Walcott officiating. Visitation will be one hour prior to the service. Burial will be in Pilgrim Home Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Holland Christian Schools and Hospice of Holland. An online registry is available at www.langelandsterenberg.com.
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Sandy Hovenga Snapper
July 2, 2021
Your mother is in heaven! What a joy and comfort for family and friends. You'll miss her and remember that she is with Jesus. Your mom and dad were friends of my parents, so I have many wonderful memories of them. May our Lord give you peace during this tough time.
Gary Hovenga
June 30, 2021
She was a sweet person and a very good friend with my mother. They had so much fun for years.
Ruth Klungle
June 29, 2021
Jane, Harris & Family, Deepest sympathy as you mourn your loss. May you experience peace during this difficult time.
Terry and Bonnie DeJong
June 27, 2021
Dear Jane, Nancy, and Deb, Our sympathies to you and your entire family. Your mom was such a sweet and caring person! We can't be there tomorrow but we'll be praying for comfort and peace.
Raquel Moore
June 25, 2021
I am sorry for your loss. Phyllis was such a sweet lady with such a kind heart. She will be missed.
Renae Torres-Mares
June 25, 2021
I'm so sorry about your loss, she was a sweet lady, she gave me some incredible words of wisdom as I was going thur my divorce, she holds a special place in my heart,HUGS Renae
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