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Remembering Cornelia “Conny” Zylstra

Cornelia “Conny” Zylstra, age 83, of Grandville, peacefully went to be with her Lord on Monday, June 26, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband of 58 years, Roger; and brother, Jack Nieuwstraten. Conny is survived by her children, Betty and Dan Besteman, Terri and Scott White, James "Jeff" Zylstra, Doug and Ketzi Zylstra, Steve and Krisztina Zylstra; grandchildren, Dustin and Robyn Besteman, Mark and Stacey Besteman, Jeffrey, and Cody Besteman, Lori and Troy Grasman, Kelley and Alex DeJonge, Samuel, and Sebastian Zylstra, Joshua, Caleb, and Hannah Zylstra; great-grandchildren, Braedon, and Katelyn Besteman, Haley, and Jared Grasman, Paityn, Wyatt, and Dakota DeJonge; siblings and in-laws, Ann Nieuwstraten, Jim and Jean Nieuwstraten, Betty and Henry Elzinga; friend, Joan Medema; many nieces and nephews and extended family. Funeral services will be held on Friday, June 30, at 10:30 a.m. at Hanley Christian Reformed Church, O-372 Jackson, Grandville, with Rev. Douglas Fauble officiating. Interment Georgetown Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday 5-8 p.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Samaritan’s Purse.

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On behalf of American House (formerly Oak Crest) we want to convey our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your Mother. May God bless and comfort you as you grieve.

— Julie Ann Mesman

Dear Dutch and Betty: I, along with Dutch's family at the City of Hudsonville, are so sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

— Patrick Waterman

Betty - Thoughts and prayers for you and your family through this difficult time in the passing of your dear mother. Take comfort in knowing that she is in heaven looking over you. In sympathy, Brenda Morrison

— Brenda Morrison

We are so sorry. God took an angel home to glory. Connie and Rog were such a strong support to our family when our children were growing up. We loved having Steve over and being friends with all of your family. Scott, Eric, and I are on vacation so we will miss being there. We send our prayers and love. Karen, Rog, Scott, and Eric Van Dyke.

— Karen Van Dyke

My love is with the family at this difficult time. Connie was someone who was in my life for a short time but I will remember her as a very loving and generous person.God's love is with you also - call upon HIM and HE will be there.

— Jean Calkins

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