Obituary

Remembering Bernita Stegewans

Bernita J. (Spedoski) Stegewans, age 90, of Wyoming, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior on Monday, March 1, 2021. Bernita was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who treasured her family. Many wonderful memories were made together with her family that will be forever cherished. She retired from Michigan Bulb Company after 27 years of dedicated service. Bernita had the gift of sewing, making many beautiful clothing items for her family and friends. She also enjoyed the outdoors, tending to her beautiful flower gardens. She was preceded in death by her husband, Jacob. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Randy and Michele Stegewans, Mike Stegewans, Cheryl and Chris Van’t Hof, John Stegewans and his fiancee, Gail; grandchildren, Sabrina and Kevin Vander Weide, Jacob and Jen Van’t Hof, Nick and Jennie Stegewans, David and Lindsay Van’t Hof, Sarah Stegewans, Joe and Stef Van’t Hof; four great-grandchildren. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, March 6, 10 am at St. Pius X Catholic Church, 3937 Wilson Ave. SW with Fr. Stephen Durkee officiating. Please visit www.spxcatholic.org or call the church at 532-9344 to reserve seating. Burial Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 4-6 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with a rosary service to be held at 5:30 pm. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services.

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Funeral Mass

Saturday, March 6 · 10:00am

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St. Pius X Catholic Church

3937 Wilson Ave SW
Grandville, MI 49418

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Bernita was like a "Mom" to me. I always called her "Mom", and Cheryl and I always had fun with her. I will always treasure her and remember her for the rest of my life. My heart goes out to Cheryl and the rest of the family. Love, Kim

— Kim Finneran

I'm sorry for your loss. It was an honor and pleasure caring for nita. Will always carry her in my heart.

— Laurie

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