Mrs. Donna Mae Overweg

Mrs. Donna Mae Overweg obituary, Zeeland, MI

Mrs. Donna Mae Overweg

Donna Overweg Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 15, 2014.
Donna Mae Overweg, age 85, of Zeeland, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on October 15, 2014. She was born to George and Anna (Rookus) Schout on March 22, 1929. She was preceded in death by her parents, son George Allen Overweg S4-U.S. Army on December 4, 1965, and brother Junior Schout. Donna is survived by her husband of 68 years John; their children: James and Carol Overweg, Larry and Sandra Overweg, Diane and Tom Wentzel all of Zeeland; grandchildren and great-grandchildren: Tammy and Joel Broekhuizen (Kyle, Tyler), Jeremy and Cheryl Overweg (Morgan, Luke, Zack, Cade), Tonia and Ryan Elenbaas (Jaden, Bryce, Kiria), Traci and Brad Spooner (Brooklyn Mae, Reid), twin sister Doris Tuurling, sister-in-law Mary Oetman and loving niece Mary Schout who spent every Wednesday with her the last few years. She is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Donna was a charter member of Community Reformed Church. She a gold star mother who always rode in the Zeeland Memorial Day Parade, served as a boy scout leader, and also helped with girl scouts. Donna was employed at Herman Miller prior to her retirement. Funeral services are 11:00 am, Monday, October 20, 2014, Community Reformed Church, 10376 Felch Street, Zeeland. The Revs. Trent Walker, Greg Ten Brink and Kurt Henry will officiate. Visitation 4-7 pm, Sunday, Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland. Interment is in Zeeland Cemetery. Memorial contributions to Hospice of Holland or the Alzheimer's Association.

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Nancy Rosie

October 20, 2014

I was so sorry to hear of Donna's passing. I am sure that this will leave a void in your lives. The short time I have known your family, I could tell that she was surrounded in love. Will be praying for you all, Especially, Mr. Overweg. God Bless

Patricia Diekevers

October 20, 2014

To the Overweg Family,
We just found out about Donna's passing.You are all in our thoughts and prayers.Our Sincerest Christian sympathy.
Lovingly,
Ken and Pat 7'sma Diekevers

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