Obituary

Remembering Arlene Scripsema

Arlene Scripsema, age 90, of Grandville, passed away on Saturday, June 17, 2017.  She was a sixth grade teacher in Grand Rapids and Grandville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don.  She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Dan and Linda Scripsema, Diann and Jim Baer; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Mike and Morgen Baer (William, Christian), Matt and Kate Baer (Jadyn, Hadley), Chris and Esther Baer, Lauren and Craig Zobec (Jake), Dr. Nicole Scripsema; brother, H. Calvin Redmon; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Len and Lois Scripsema, Roberta Scripsema, Fran Christians.  A memorial services will be held Tuesday, July 11 at 2 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW. The family will meet with relatives and friends at the funeral home from 1 to 1:45 pm prior to the service.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Emmanuel Hospice or Sunset Manor.

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South Elementary!

— Amy Jarman O'Keefe

To the Scripsema Family, Mrs. Scripsema was one a wonderful teacher and there are a lot of thankful West Elementary students that will always remember her fondly. So sorry for your loss

— Amy Jarman O'Keefe

Our thoughts and prayers are with your families during this difficult time. Arlene was a positive influence in many young lives. With sympathy, Laura Callan and family

— Cindi Vantine

Diann, my deepest condolences for the loss of your mother. I lost mine in 1995, it hurts. With each passing, a part of us also passes. Take care, Dan

— Daniel R. Hearn

I was fortunate to have Mrs. Scripsema as my 6th grade teacher at South Elementary. She was definitely one of my most memorable teachers. The art projects we did in her class, like making a sewing basket for our mothers, were memorable as well. Extending heartfelt sympathy to her family.

— Carol Drost

Sorry, Diann. So hard to say goodbye to our mothers. Memories are a wonderful thing to help us through. Peace to you and your family. Linda Howe

— Linda Howe

Dear Diann, So sorry to hear about your mom. We were asked to write a narrative of our life in a "Journey" class at church a while back. I mentioned your mom as a teacher who had influenced my life in a positive way. I know you will miss her. She was a great lady! May God give you peace.

— Sue (Van Dyke) Schreuder

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