David Lee Bos

David Lee Bos, age 81, of Hudsonville, passed away on Monday, June 29, 2020, due to Alzheimer's. Born in Holland to Henry and Myrtle Bos on September 6, 1938, Dave’s twinkling, mischievous brown eyes, his compassion and good cheer, and his Christian commitment will not be forgotten by his family and friends. He and his wife Nancy (VanRegenmorter) Bos, whom he loved beyond measure, would have been married 59 years on August 4, 2020. He also leaves behind his three children, Michael (Cheryl) Bos of Hudsonville, Jane Bos of Jenison, and Jackie (Doug) Roskamp of Holland; nine grandchildren: David, Christian, and Svetlana Bos, Catherine “Catie”, Joseph, and Anna Luimes, and Abigail, Danielle, and Victoria “Tori” Roskamp. All of them loved him fiercely, and will miss his gentleness, his subtle, crackling humor, his warm and patient smile, and his upbeat, positive manner. He is also survived by his sister, Dawn (Jerry) Bredeweg of Holland; brother-in-law, Richard Brill of Grandville; as well as several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; parents-in-law, Hubert and Catherine VanRegenmorter of Jamestown; sister, Mary Brill; and siblings-in-law, Roger and Martha VanKlompenberg. Dave graduated from Holland Christian in 1956, and earned his bachelor’s degree from Calvin College (1960) and master’s degree from Michigan State University. He spent 40 years at Unity Christian High School in Hudsonville (1961-2000), touching the lives of more than 7,000 students, and ended his professional career as the O-K Conference assistant commissioner (2000-2010). During his time at Unity, Dave taught physical education, physiology, and history for 32 years, coached boys’ basketball (26 years), baseball (15 years), and cross country (four years), and was the school’s athletic director for 17 years (1983-2000). While an athletic administrator, Dave guided Unity from a 3-year high school with 12 teams to a 4-year high school with 32 teams, including adding a dozen girls’ sports programs. He also was instrumental in beginning the Hudsonville Little League girls’ softball program in 1974, much to the delight of his daughters. His family plans to hold a private, faith-filled graveside service at a later date. Memorial contributions can be made in his name to Unity Christian High School, 5900 48th Ave., Hudsonville, MI 49426, https://www.unitychristian.org/.

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December 07, 2020

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- Alalthamy

July 12, 2020

Nancy, Mike, Jane, Jackie, and families. I would like to extend my Christian sympathy to all of you. David and I had some great times in my early years at Unity. We continued to partner as educators for many years. May God bring you his peace.

- Click Groot

July 07, 2020

One of my favorite instructor. He will be missed

- Jim Jeurink

July 05, 2020

To the Bos family, Thanking God for your family and the love you have always shared for everyone. My sincere condolences.

- Corry (Bouman) Vander Sluis

July 05, 2020

Dear Nancy, So sorry to hear of your loss. You two are such a wonderful couple--a gift of God to all who knew you both. With love, Vicki De Haan

- Vicki De Haan

July 05, 2020

This is a real loss to anybody who knew Dave. I have connections with Dave at several levels. As baseball coach at Hudsonville Public I competed with his teams many times. He was always a pleasure as a coach. During my brief term as athletic director at Hudsonville I had frequent conversations with him. He was very easy to talk to and work with. Then as secretary, at that time, of the OK Conference he helped me finally convince other members of the controlling body that the OK Conference was established in 1958. I have been very grateful of his help. My sympathies are with the family at the loss of a great guy.

- Larry Byle

July 05, 2020

Dear Nancy, Jane, Jackie and Mike, Dave was a one of a kind Christian educator, husband, father and friend to so very many. A true example of living a Christ centered life influencing all who were blessed to know him. My most sincere gratitude for everything he did in spreading his educational teaching talents to my kids and so many others. He leaves a wonderful legacy. My deepest sympathies. Joyce A DeVries

- Joyce A DeVries

July 05, 2020

One of the standout christian school teacher, coach, administrator and leader has left our midst. He has left his mark on so much of our schools and myriads of students. He lead and showed the way in so much of what he did, My sympathies to Nancy and the family, all of whom are remarkable in their own ways. God be with you.

- Ken Kuipers

July 05, 2020

We are so sorry for your loss!!

- Sarah Vasquez

July 04, 2020

I was one of Dave's many students at Unity (Class of '71). I was not athletically gifted but he always treated me like I mattered & was a fine example of a Christian educator. Tomorrow, I will be giving thanks to God for his life in my pastoral prayers in the churches that I serve.

- Dr. Ben Zandstra

July 04, 2020

I have fond memories of Mr. Boss in school, as so many who commented had. He was a wonderful Christian mentor to so many young men and women in his years at UCHS and after. He had a great and subtle sense of humor which I had an opportunity to experience on a few occasions. What I remember most was the look of surprise on his face when I told him I was joining my dad in practice. Followed immediately by that famous grin and a hearty congratulations. He was a great man and will be missed by many!! My sympathy to his entire family. Steve Verkaik

- Steve Verkaik

July 04, 2020

So sorry for your loss . I will be praying for the Bos family . R.I.P Coach . I i

- mark a offringa

July 04, 2020

Our sincere sympathy & prayers are with your entire family. Roger knew Dave from the neighborhood & played sandlot baseball with him & lots of BB including the varsity team at HC. Many good memories of Dave! Blessings, Roger & Beverly Mulder

- Roger & Beverly Mulder

July 03, 2020

My sympathy to you, Nancy, Mike, Jane, Jackie, and family. Dave was my 8th grade teacher at Sylvan Christian as well as my colleague at Unity. There was an inscription that I saw about someone's former coach which read, "The impulse of his life will, like a wave, continue to spread for generations." That describes Dave. I'm so happy that I had a chance to visit some time ago and share precious memories. I so wish I could visit again. May God comfort your hearts.

- James Reiffer

July 03, 2020

Dave was a servant leader and mentor to so many School administrators in the OK Conference. His calm demeanor and ready smile set the tone for meaningful conversations. Dave's leadership served thousands of student athletes in the OK Conference. Well done good and faithful servant Dave Feenstra OK Conference Commissioner

- Dave Feenstra

July 02, 2020

Deepest sympathy Nancy. Joan and I have fond memories of spending time with you and Dave at AD conventions. Our lives were so similar and filled with blessings of family, students and athletes. May God give you peace and comfort . Tom & Joan Dykema

- Tom Dykema

July 02, 2020

My sincere condolences. He was a special man who I met through basketball, and grew to appreciate very much over the years. Praise God that he has delivered him from this world into the arms of his precious Lord.

- Jerry Kuiper

July 02, 2020

My deepest sympathy to Nancy and family. A wonderful warm gentle man who was loved by so many and will be sorely missed. Praying God showers you with love and comfort in the days ahead.

- Micki Hopkins

July 02, 2020

Mary and I express our sincere sympathy to all of you: Nancy, Jane, Mike & Cheryl, Jackie & Doug. I got to know Dave by painting with him for many summers. Dave was always happy if the job site had a crab apple tree nearby so he could fill his pockets and throughout the day throw them at us or try to get them in our paint buckets. He was also good at painting the backs of our shoes when we were in positions where we couldn’t prevent it. Many fond memories! May God surround you with his love and comfort as you carry on without Dave!

- Ron & Mary Bol

July 02, 2020

I have great memories of Dave Bos, who was my JV basketball coach at Unity, He proved to be a first rate mentor, and was an excellent leader of young men. I learned much from his teaching. While I rejoice in his grace-given promotion, I am saddened at his loss. I offer deep sympathy to Nancy and the entire Bos family.

- David Baatenburg

July 02, 2020

Bos family, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Coach Bos had a significant impact on my life. He was a follower of Jesus and that showed in every aspect of his life. His positive leadership and willingness to take a chance on a skinny kid that couldn't dribble with his left hand gave me the confidence to take on many challenges in life. Years after high school when I would see Coach in town, he would always say "How's it going #30". Well done good and faithful servant. You will be missed.

- Jim Krol

July 01, 2020

A special colleague, a genuine friend. There are so many memories of fun shared and challenges met. My sympathy Mike, Jane, Jackie, and family.

- Bruce Hulst

July 01, 2020

My condolences to Nancy, Jane. Jackie and Mike. Dave was my colleague and friend for all of our 40 years together at Unity. So many good memories!

- Chuck Oostindie

July 01, 2020

In Sympathy and love, praying God’s gentle comfort will tenderly embrace you, bringing quiet peace to your heart. Ken and Jane VanNoord

- Jane VanNoord

July 01, 2020

You are in our thoughts and prayers. Coach Dave was an important part of my life in high school. I have so many good memories of having him as my basketball coach. He taught us the value of hard work, and his faith in God came through in all that he did. He touched many lives. May God grant you peace and comfort.

- Larry and Sharon Veltema

July 01, 2020

To the entire BOS FAMILY,. You were so blessed to have such wonderful parents God be with you during this time of separation, but know you will be rejoined some day. God is your strength. Love you and keeping you in our prayers.

- Sharol Farnsworth

July 01, 2020

Bos Family, I want to express my sincerest sympathies! Dave was such an inspiration and always a pleasure to see! He is a man that stands out in my memories of Unity Christian. He will be missed for sure but what comfort to know we shall see him again! Sue Van Koevering Clement

- Sue Clement

July 01, 2020

My condolences to the family, especially to Jane, whom I knew through high school sports. Dave was not only kind and compassionate, but was also instrumental in many sports officials lives and careers. He will be missed. But thankfully, never forgotten, and we will see him again, in heaven.

- Douglas Stelma

July 01, 2020

My deepest sympathies to the Bos families. "Mr. Bos" is one of my lasting memories of my days at UCHS. His " tough love" shaped me in ways I failed to realize back then, but definitely do now. (Class of '73)

- Dale Schut

July 01, 2020

Dave, you are such a great man, we were so blessed to call you a friend. You will be missed, but know you heard welcome good and faithful servant from our Lord❤️. Thank you for your example and love. Prayers for you, nancy and family.as you adjust to a new normal.

- Larry & Carol Meekhof

July 01, 2020

- Larry & Carol Meekhof

July 01, 2020

Dear Nancy, Jane, Mike, and Jackie, I have so many memories of your family and dad—where do I begin? I considered your house like my second home, your dad like a second dad. I treasured our camping days at our “Lot” and loved your dad’s stories and “Q and A” sessions around the campfire. May your memories of fun family times and your faith in knowing that your dad is comfortable and while in the arms of Jesus bring you comfort and peace.

- Lexi Roode

July 01, 2020

Prayers for the Bos family in their time of grief. Coach Bos was so impactful in my life. His coaching style, leadership and Christian mentorship are the standards that I try to emulate. So thankful he was a part of my high school years. He was an amazing role model for so many Unity students!

- Bill and Karen Sall

July 01, 2020

I think of Mr. Bos frequently. He was a kind and understanding person. I had him as a teacher at Unity. I was saddened to hear that he had suffered with Alzheimer's. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.

- Thomas Folkert

July 01, 2020

Our deepest sympathies to Nancy Bos and her family.

- Jack and Margaret Vande Bunte

June 30, 2020

Linda and I want to express our sympathies to the family of Dave Bos. Dave was my supervising teacher when I was starting my career and then he was instrumental in teaching me about teaching and coaching at Unity. I thank God for how Dave helped me to become who I am.

- Scott Wesseldyke

June 30, 2020

Dear Nancy and family I enjoyed my time with Dave we spent a lot of time together I was blessed to know him he was so vary proud of his children Gods love be with you all

- Gary Siegersma

June 30, 2020

Dave was a beloved friend for many years. He and Nancy were like our family. We spent many vacations and family gatherings together. I can still hear his chuckle. We will miss the Wednesday morning coffee and car rides. Sweet memories of a wonderful man. The two Dave’s were friends for 75 years.

- Dave and Grace

June 30, 2020

Dear Nancy, Jane, Mike, and Jackie, Your dad was such a special man and I loved the fun we had at Unity together, but also when I would see him in the years since. His sense of humor, his kindness, his gentle teasing, and his strong commitment to all he did have given me many fond memories. Your family will be in my prayers. We can praise God that we know he is in heaven with his Lord and Savior!

- Melanie Coallier

June 30, 2020

Our deepest sympathy to you, Nancy and to your family. You will be in our prayers. Dick & Pat Voetberg

- Pat Voetberg

June 30, 2020

My sincere condolences to the family. He will be missed.

- Jean Roon

June 30, 2020

Praying for the family during this tome

- Doug and Judy kramer