Katherine “Reta” Walsh, age 89, of Caledonia/Freeport area, went to her heavenly home on Tuesday, January 15, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert; son-in-law: Tony Sturm; sisters and brothers: Barbara Wolf, Marilyn Anthony, Don (Arlene) Winslow, Jim Winslow. She will be lovingly remembered by her children: Jeri Sturm, Kaye Belson, Janis and Pat Murray, Robert Walsh, Randy and Nancy Walsh, Ronald and Nancee Walsh, Renee and Blair Snow, Richard and Ruth Walsh, Laurie Gibson; many grandchildren and great-grandchildren; brother, Ed and Loretta Winslow; sister: Shirley Teitd; many nieces and nephews. Reta worked for many years at Stevenson Lawyer. She loved her cats and watching birds. Most of all, she was a devoted mother and grandmother. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial service will be held 12:00 p.m. Tuesday, January 22, 2019 at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood, with Rev. David Braak officiating. Interment Whitneyville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice or the Kent County Animal Shelter.
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January 21, 2019 2:54pm
Our hearts are heavy for you. Praying for strength and comfort for your family.
- Jerry and Tammy Bennett
January 20, 2019 8:41am
I am so sorry to hear about your Mom’s passing. My mother passed away on January 14th two years ago. Her name was Jean Walsh Grieshaber, your dads sister. My prayers are with all of you. Wish I could be there but know that my thoughts and heart are with you all.
- Barb Grieshaber Comstock
January 18, 2019 4:10pm
My condolences to the Walsh family. We lived near each other on Thornapple River Dr. Your Mom I remember fondly, as I was welcome to spend many a day in your home (especially the kitchen) cookie bakers Renee and I were. Your family kept me from being alone, truly appreciated. May you find comfort in your memories of Ms. Reta.
- Kimberly Kingston
January 16, 2019 4:59pm
So sorry for your loss.
We lived just down the road on thornapple and rode the same bus as all of you Walsh kids did.
Lots of good memories of your family.
- Susan Rozell Racinet
January 16, 2019 12:59pm
I am so sorry for ur loss i remeber going to her house when we were little she will be mossed
- Mandy
January 16, 2019 12:47pm
I'm sorry for your loss Aunt Reata was a fine Lady and I loved her she was always good to me!!!! I can't come to her funeral
Love to all
- Gloria Anthony
January 16, 2019 11:35am
Jeri and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Reta was a wonderful lady and that showed in how her family cared for her. My prayers are with you. Cindy.
- Cindy Colvin
January 16, 2019 11:33am
Jeri and family: I am so sorry for your loss. Reta was a wonderful lady and that showed in how her family cared for her. My prayers are with you. Cindy.
- Cindy Colvin
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