Erma Patterson Obituary
Erma was a member of First Christian Reformed Church, Gideon's International Auxiliary, and the Tri-Cities Museum. She enjoyed Knitting, traveling, and reading.
She is survived by four stepchildren: Karen Hollerbach, Hazel Parker, Mary (John) Fitzgerald, and Raymond Patterson; ten grandchildren, twenty-seven great-grandchildren; special nephew and niece, Jim and Sally Jacobs. She was preceded in death by her brother, James Diephouse, and stepson in law Dave Hollerbach.
A private family service will take place at Lake Forest Cemetery. Memorial contributions in memory Erma may be given to Grand Haven Christian School. Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417
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