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Brian Timothy Haskin, age 32, of Grand Rapids, formerly of Zeeland, went to be with his Lord on August 4, 2016, after a courageous, lifelong battle with cancer. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, Jay Elenbaas, Versal and Lorraine Haskin. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Tim and Julie Haskin; brothers, Mark and Lauren Haskin, David and Mindi Haskin; grandmother, Marian Elenbaas; best friend, Kristy Eason; aunts, uncles, cousins and many dear friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday, August 8, 2016 at 11:00 am at Ottawa Reformed Church, 11390 Stanton Rd., West Olive. Interment Blendon Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Sunday from 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf (corner of Avery and Scott) 6651 Scott St., Allendale. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Geek Group in Grand Rapids, the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Michigan or Camp Mak-A-Dream in Montana.
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August 08, 2016 6:30am
To Tim , Julie and Family : Our prayers are with you. May God give you peace and love at this time of loss.
- Ken and Carol Noorman
August 08, 2016 6:29am
Dear Julie and Tim,
I remember meeting Brian when Versal and Lorraine died and also very recently at Blodgett Hospital in the reception area. May you feel God's arms and all of our prayers surrounding you with strength and peace. Blessings! Marj
- Marj Timmerman
August 07, 2016 11:20pm
I met Brian during his trip to California and Portland, I got to spend the day with this amazing man cracking jokes and I quickly considered him my brother. I'm glad you are not in pain anymore, but I wish you were here. Much Love forever, Frank
- Frank Lawler
August 07, 2016 8:39pm
Thanks for the good times, Brian. May your heart know peace and your dice always come up 20.
- Joe Salvo
August 07, 2016 4:30pm
I'm going to miss you Brian. You were an amazingly kind and brilliant person. It was an honor and a privilege to have known you and call you friend. My heart goes out to all your friends and family. My deepest sympathies.
- Michael Church
August 07, 2016 5:00am
Brian was one of the sweetest people I know, and I will greatly miss his smile. He has truly gone to a better place.
- Kristen Getzin
August 06, 2016 2:21pm
I knew Brian from the geek group blogs mostly and story's. The world has lost an amazing person and he will be greatly missed.
- Hilary Duncan
August 06, 2016 11:38am
So sorry for your loss.
- Gail D Broekema
August 06, 2016 8:57am
The world is a lot less brighter without you. You are now in great company and the pain you have experienced here on earth is gone. Rest in peace Brian.
Mundee Lewis
- Mundee Lewis
August 06, 2016 8:57am
I am Jeri's mom. I knew Brian through the Geek Groups blogs and I observed an Intelligent,sweet ,funny and caring guy. Brian's presence will be missed all the way to Shelby,NC.
- Lora D Swink
August 06, 2016 5:09am
Jenn and I are going to miss you. God bless, and someday I hope to see you again on the other side.
- Mark Hodges
August 05, 2016 4:30pm
You have my deepest sympathy! May God comfort you at this time. Now Brian's pain is all gone . May we thank God for this.
- Donna Ritsema
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