Obituary

Remembering Andy Jay Talsma

Andy Jay Talsma, age 33, of Hudsonville, was called to his heavenly home on Monday, July 9, 2018 and is now experiencing joy and peace with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Clare Fongers, George and Joan Talsma. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Vaughn and Cheryl Talsma; sister, Lindy and Alan Groenendyk; nieces and nephews, Natalie, James, Joseph and Jana; grandparents, Ruth and Chuck Dykema, Lillian Talsma; aunts and uncles, Vance and Gwen Talsma, Dave and Barbara Fongers, Terri and Tim Van Eerden, Jim and Anita Fongers; and many cousins.  A memorial service will be held on Friday, July 13, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at Baldwin Street Christian Reformed Church, 2101 Baldwin Street, Jenison, with Rev. John Witvliet officiating.  Inurnment will be held at Georgetown Township Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 5-8 p.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW.

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Vaughn and Cheryl, my deepest sympathy to your family. I'm sure many people are praying for all of you during this challenging time. -Todd Tamminga

— Todd Tamminga

We are deeply saddened by Andy's passing, he was part of our work family and was a very talented engineer. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends during this difficult time.

— Selena and Brian Goda

So sorry to hear about this. Andy was a good friend back in High School and we made a lot great memories together. You are all in our prayers!

— Tim and Heidi Buys

Dear Vaughn and Cheryl, My God put his arms of comfort around you to sustain you now and in the years to come. Marilyn DeJong (Ed Groenendyk's sister)

— Marilyn DeJong

Dear Vaughn and Cheryl, There are no words that can adequately convey the sorrow we feel in Andy's passing. My prayer is that you feel the all encompassing love of our Lord Jesus Christ during this very difficult time. Blessings, David and Pat Pontier

— Pat Pontier

I did not know Andy much outside of the few times he worked with us on projects at work, however, the few times that I had the opportunity to be there and see him working in his element, I was always in awe of his incredible talent and expertise. Andy was a true master of his trade, a bona fide professional, someone who could be trusted. He was one of a kind, and will be so truly missed among the IT community he contributed so much to over the years. He will be in my prayers.

— Jesse Ruler

Dear Vaughn, Cheryl, Alan, Lindy and family, You have our deepest love and sympathy. Praying that you feel the love of God surrounding you. With all our love,

— Roger and Betty Swieringa

Dearest Vaughn and Cheryl, Our hearts and prayers go out to you and the family. There just are no words. With our most sincere sympathies and love, Ken and Patti

— Ken and Patti Bing

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