Wilma Veltema

Wilma Veltema obituary

Wilma Veltema

Wilma Veltema Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers from Aug. 8 to Aug. 10, 2014.
VELTEMA, WILMA (MEYERS) Jenison Wilma (Meyers) Veltema, born September 16, 1925, entered into the arms of Jesus on Thursday, August 7, 2014. Her children arise and call her blessed; her husband also, and he praises her. Proverbs 31:28. She was a loving woman with a servant's heart who touched all who knew her. She is survived by her devoted husband of 62 years, Stanley Veltema; children, Richard Veltema, Mary Veltema, Jo Anne (Chuck) Rowe, Sandy (Jim) Jager, Trudy (Jim) Storteboom; grandchildren, AJ (Jenny) Jager, Tricia (Calvin) Van Koevering, Staci (Jeremy) Clawson, Erika, Autumn, Alexis, Andrew, and Elizabeth Storteboom; and one great-granddaughter, Alaina Van Koevering. She is also survived by her brother, Lawrence (Ruth) Meyers; and in-laws, Jerene De Haan, Shirley Veltema, Esther (Ed) Rozeveld, Ray (Emily) Veltema; as well as many nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Linnea Veltema, sisters, Arlene Wyngarden, Henrietta Hamberg; and her grandson, Caleb Storteboom. Funeral services will be held on Monday at 11 AM at First Jenison Christian Reformed Church, 8360 Cottonwood, Jenison, with Rev. Adam Barton officiating. Interment Georgetown Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW. Memorial contributions can be made to Unity Christian High School or Spectrum Health Hospice. The family wishes to thank the staff at Sheldon Meadows and Spectrum Health Hospice for their gentle care and support. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.

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Dick and Paula Holman

August 11, 2014

Sandy, our sincere condolences on the passing of your mother. We know the promises of God are sure, but it's still difficult to say goodbye. Be blessed.

Joyce Toonstra

August 10, 2014

Dear Jo and family,

My prayers are with you as you grieve the loss of your dear Mom, wife, grandma. What brings me great comfort is remembering the Heidelberg catechism 1: "What is your only comfort in life and in death? That I am not my own, but belong— body and soul, in life and in death to my faithful Savior, Jesus Christ." May this bring you comfort and strength as well.

Praying for you,

Joyce Toonstra

Dale and Esther Gillette

August 9, 2014

I remember Wilma from high school band. A long time ago. Her brother Larry and I are good friends. Our condolences go out to the family.

Pam Van Veen

August 9, 2014

Dear Jo and family,

Our prayers are with you as you go through this time of sorrowing over the loss of your dear mom. May the Lord cover you with His comfort, and give you strength for each day.

With love and prayers,

Gary and Pam

Brenda Norton

August 9, 2014

Sorry for your loss. Prayers for the family as they go through the grieving process. God bless

Terri Veltema-Butler

August 8, 2014

Sandy and family, so sad that your mom has left you here, but we know she's happy and greeting all your loved ones in Heaven and we'll all see her again soon; and she's always in your heart whenever you need her :)

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August 11, 2014

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