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Steven Klooster Obituary

Steven John Klooster, 63, passed away unexpectedly on April 8, 2020, and went to be with his Lord and Savior. Steve was a longtime, active member of Grace Christian Reformed Church, serving in many areas. He loved the Kalamazoo Christian Schools and has always supported them, and especially loved watching K-Christian sporting events. He spent his lifetime in the family flower business with his grandpa, dad, brothers and sons and was a part owner of Klooster Greenhouse until his retirement. Since then he has enjoyed spending time with his family and grandchildren and boating and motor homing as much as possible. He married the love of his life, Nancy Post, in 1976 and they had four beautiful children. He was preceded in death by his parents-in-law, Henry & Henrietta Post; and brothers-in-law, Russ Post and Jerry DeYoung. Steve is survived by his wife, Nancy (Post) Klooster; children, Jason Klooster, Lindsey (Klooster) & Dan Lindemulder, Nathan & Allyson (Smilanich) Klooster and Kate (Klooster) & Joshua Buursma; grandchildren, Duke & Chloe Lindemulder, Ezekiel & Emalyn Klooster and Etta Buursma; parents Melvin & Elaine Klooster; brothers, Mike & Linda Klooster and Don & Sheri Klooster; brothers- and sisters-in-law, Ruth & Ron Eshuis, Mary DeYoung, Lois & Bill Koning, Sara Post, Betty & Joe Hendriksen, John & Pam Post and David & Cheryl Post; and many nieces and nephews. Private graveside services were held in Maple Grove Cemetery, Comstock Township. A memorial service will be held Saturday, June 13, 2020 at 11:00 AM at Grace Christian Reformed Church, 1724 Whites Rd, Kalamazoo, MI 49008. Memorials may be directed to Crossroads Prison Ministries, Kalamazoo Christian School Association or Grace Christian Reformed Church. Services are entrusted to Langeland Family Funeral Homes Burial & Cremation Services, 622 S Burdick St, Kalamazoo, MI 49007. To view Steve's personalized web page, please visit https://www.langelands.com

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Published by Kalamazoo Gazette from Apr. 10 to Apr. 12, 2020.

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Bridgette Wilcox

April 14, 2020

My condolences to the immediate family Jason Nate & the entire Kloosters family I worked for.Steve was a straight up forward Man but a giant heart he has . Leeroy Gonzalez

April 14, 2020

Just found out about Steve. So sorry to hear of his passing. My condolences to his family. Tom Baden

April 13, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss. Heartfelt condolences and prayers. Steven was a neighbor in South Haven. He was congenial & always had a smile for everyone. He will be deeply missed. David & Sandra

Theresa Kraushaar

April 13, 2020

Nancy, thinking of you and Steve and when you first built your home I have enjoyed being your neighbor and watching you raise your beautiful family, I pray for you in this difficult time may God bless you and your family. R.I.P. Steve

scott and cindy vander ploeg

April 13, 2020

Nancy and family, Our prayers and thoughts are with you guys at this terrifically difficult time. Steve was a great guy, always with a willing smile, and, gifted with a big heart of love for others! Prayers for peace.

Stan Leitz

April 12, 2020

I had the honor and privilege of working for Steve for seventeen years with Klooster Greenhouse and Banner Greenhouse. Steve was a very strong and dedicated Christian man. He truly loved God and his son Jesus. He cared deeply for the people who worked with him and he spent much of his time reaching out to prisoners through his church. He was much more than a boss, he was a great friend. I was able to speak daily with Steve about family, current events and religion. The world has lost a great man and heaven has received a real treasure. He has left numerous memories for everyone who knew him. My deepest sympathies go out to Nancy, Jason, Lindsey, Nate and Katie and their spouses along with Mel, Elaine, Don and Mike.

Joe & Kim Sikkema

April 12, 2020

Klooster Family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all in this time of grief. May Steve's memory live on in the many great stories to be told forever. We had so many good times at the race track "way back when" and although the years have passed, you all are always in our thoughts and prayers.
Many hugs and prayers, Joe & Kim Sikkema

Cindy Joftscheff

April 12, 2020

May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

April 11, 2020

Dear Nancy and Family,
We are praying for you. May God continue to walk beside you and give you His grace and peace.
Steve lived out his faith every day.He was always encouraging and always willing to help. His smile and laugh would make everyone feel better. He will be missed.
"Well done, good and faithful servant!"
Love, Jerry and Jayne Mastenbrook

Sam and Lori Bronkema

April 10, 2020

Our heart aches at the unexpected loss of this wonderful man and friend. But we are grateful that he had such a quick peaceful passing after enduring so many years of pain. But what a beautiful week to join our Heavenly Father and experience the celebration of Easter in Heaven.
Our prayers are with you, Nancy, and your beautiful family. We love you and are here for you.

As far as a favorite memory of Steve-it would have to be all of our vacations together at Birch Shores and Steve's infamous swan dive from the side of his boat to rescue a damsel in distress! We love you and miss you, Steve.

April 10, 2020

Thoughts and prayers for you Nancy and your family.

Chris Harper

Steve Zylstra

April 10, 2020

We are so sorry to hear of Steves passing, and will be praying God will be especially close to all of your family.

Jeff & Pam Everts

April 10, 2020

May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow. You're in our thoughts and prayers.

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