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According to the funeral home, the following services have been scheduled: Visitation, on December 9, 2022 at 1:00 p.m., ending at 5:00 p.m., at Messiah Missionary Baptist Churh, 513 Henry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. Service, on December 10, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., at Messiah Missionary Baptist Churh, 513 Henry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI. Celebration of Life, on December 10, 2022 at 11:00 a.m., at Messiah Missionary Baptist Churh, 513 Henry St. SE, Grand Rapids, MI.
Legacy invites you to offer condolences and share memories of Wendell in the Guest Book below.
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KURT D MEINDERS
December 13, 2022
So very sorry to hear this. Wendell was a very nice guy and I always enjoyed talking to him. He had a very positive outlook on life. He will be missed.
Carmen Freeman-Hardiman
December 8, 2022
My Family Memories of
Wendell Chivis goes to Our Year's at St. Philips Church in Grand Rapids, Michigan in the 1960's and 1970's. The Peaceful Honouring ways Eugene and Helen Chivis Family's children watch Over and Protect My Freeman Family Keeps on.... We Appreciate You Wendell, Monte, Craig, Nanci and Several Family Members and Your military Veteran service of those that served in Many service places as We Realise, Family Comes First and ALWAYS. Condolences to Each Family and Friend Empathy, Healing, Support, Guidance, Compassion and Strength. Keep those Wonderful thoughts and Memories and Share with Each other Our Love For one another.
Randy Sahajdack
December 8, 2022
Oh my, we've lost a wonderful man. Wendell was enormously helpful to our culinary department as we purchased, moved, and swapped out equipment for our many culinary lab spaces. Most memorable was the attitude he displayed as he performed these duties with a smile, an enthusiastic get-at-it spirit, and good humor. We will miss you, Wendell, as you take your turn dancing with the angels.
Randy Sahajdack
Fiona Hert
December 6, 2022
Betha, Wendell was a positive force at GRCC. I always appreciated his friendliness and warm smile. My thoughts are with you and your family.
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Duane Davis
December 6, 2022
Bertha, I am so very sorry to hear of the passing of Wendell. During my years at GRCC, He was a beacon of light, whenever I saw him. His pleasant attitude, humor and smile will be missed. My prayers are with you and yours.
Kimberley Miller
December 6, 2022
So sorry to hear of his passing. I worked at GRCC and always enjoyed talking with him. Prayers for his family.
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627 Jefferson Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI 49503

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