Andrew Droge

January 1, 1925 ~
June 12, 2024

Andrew Jacob Droge, age 99, of Hudsonville, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, June 12, 2024. He was preceded in death by his first wife, JoAnn Droge; daughter, Denise Bruggink; son-in-law, Nick Kooiker; sister, Nella Kreuzer; and brother, Jim Droge. He will be lovingly remembered by his second wife of 27 years, Cecilia Droge; children, Duane and Cathryn Droge, Joycelyn Kooiker; son-in-law, John Bruggink; grandchildren, John and Karie Droge, Camilla Yurchenko, Nicole and Bryan DeYoung, Andrea and Ben Westdorp, Drew and Rachel Kooiker, Seth Kooiker, Jonathon and Amanda Bruggink, Lindsey and Doug Miedema, Joshua and Elaine Bruggink, Jacob and Alexandria Bruggink; 24 great-grandchildren; siblings, Angie Bosscher, Roy and Arlene Droge; extended family and friends. Andy proudly served in the US Navy during World War II as a Radioman. He was also a charter member of Twelfth Avenue Christian Reformed Church. Andrew retired after many years as a carpenter and income tax preparer. A memorial service will be held on Friday, June 28, at 11 a.m. at Bauer Christian Reformed Church, 4958 Bauer Rd., Hudsonville, with Pastor Dave TenClay and Rev. Jim Evenhouse officiating. The burial will take place at Georgetown Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Friday, June 28, from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the church. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Grand Rapids Home for Veterans.

Memorial Visitation
Friday, June 28
10:00am - 10:45am

Bauer Christian Reformed Church
4958 Bauer Rd.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Memorial Service
Friday, June 28
11:00am

Bauer Christian Reformed Church
4958 Bauer Rd.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Leave Your Tribute Message

June 28, 2024 4:30am
Dear Drooge family, We send our deepest sympathies and prayers of comfort during this bittersweet time of Andy's home going. Your parents were long time friends with our parents Getts & Ellamae. Andy being Dad's childhood friend. We as a family have some great memories of spending time at the cottage on Lake Michigan! I enjoyed seeing him & Sylvia at the store. What a long life you were able to enjoy him!! Our thoughts and prayers for all of you. Love The Jansma Families.

- JUDY MARING.

June 15, 2024 1:44pm
Joyce, Nicole, Andrea, Drew, and Seth and families,we are so very sorry for the loss of your dear father and grandfather. Andy was a wonderful person that we shared many laughs and giggles with. We pray that you will find peace in your memories of him. He rests in Jesus arms today! All our love and prayers, JE Jerry and Georgi Kooiker

- Jerry and Georgi Kooiker

June 14, 2024 1:02pm
John, Karie, Noah, & Kellie, We are sorry for your loss. I only met your Grandpa a few times, but I know he was a good man. We'll be praying for you.

- Tom Ebels

June 13, 2024 8:38pm
Joyce and family, We are so sorry for your loss. It is never easy when you lose your dad and Grandpa. Love Al and Melody Kooiker

- Al and Melody Kooiker




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