Joyce Kirklin

Joyce Kirklin obituary, Holland, MI

Joyce Kirklin

Joyce Kirklin Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Dykstra Funeral Homes Northwood Chapel on May 16, 2025.
Joyce R. Kirklin, age 82, passed peacefully and entered glory on May 14, 2025.
After retiring, Joy enjoyed making jewelry. The last several years, she enjoyed coloring in adult coloring books and watching the birds and beautiful scenery in the country.
She is survived by her children: Dwight (Lisa) Kirklin, Laura (Wayne) Marlink; her stepchildren: Joyce Veldhoff, Jesse Kirklin, Barbara (Ron) Weighmink, David Kirklin, and Julia (Lee) Silver; sister: Mary (Tom) Boss and brother: John (Karen) Kauffman; several grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A funeral service will be held at 3:00 pm, Saturday, May 24 at Dykstra Funeral Homes – Northwood Chapel, 295 Douglas Avenue in Holland. Pastor Art Barton will be officiating. Burial will be in Graafschap cemetery.
Visitation will be from 11:00 am – 2:00 pm Friday, May 23 at the Northwood Chapel. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society.

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