Dawn Marie Herman, age 57, of Jenison, went home to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 28, 2020. She was preceded in death by her husband, Garald; former husband, Kenneth Detwiler; brother, James Brink; parents, John and Ellen Brink. Dawn will be lovingly remembered by her daughter, Arianna Detwiler and Jeff Holland and their son, Jaxson Holland; her daughter, Kari Rafferty and her daughter, Kylee; siblings, Grant and Cindy Brink, Bruce and Carolyn Brink, Cathy and Thomas Feltenbarger, Todd and Gail Brink, Gary Brink; several nieces, nephews, and special friends, Edie Phillips and Frank Gaunt. Dawn worked as a phlebotomist for 37 years, mainly for cancer patients and was a very caring and gentle person. She enjoyed time with her family, especially her grandson, Jaxson. A private family service will be held on Tuesday, November 3, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Pastor Patrick Binish officiating.  Burial Grandville Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday 5-8 pm at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to a charity of one's choice.

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November 03, 2020 12:03pm
Dawn was a beautiful and loving person within. She was always a joy to talk to at family reunions. Her love for her family was genuine and sincere. She will forever be remembered and missed. We will be donating money, in Dawn’s memory, toward a close friend currently battling cancer.

- Alan and Lynne Jutila

November 01, 2020 4:49am
Deepest of sympathies to all! May God Bless you and give you comfort!!

- Skip & Sheri Weller

October 31, 2020 3:07pm
Arianna and family, So sorry to hear about your Mom. she was a loving and caring person. She will be missed by many.

- Sandi & Jim

October 31, 2020 2:53pm
Deepest sympathy. Dawn was my phlebotomistt aat lacks cancer center when i was sick. She always made my day! Colleen weibel

- Colleen Weibel

October 31, 2020 9:50am
Arianna & family I was so very sad to hear of Dawns passing. I worked with Dawn for years at Saint Marys. She was a great phlebotomist & friend. She loved her family and her grand baby more than anything. My thoughts & prayers are with you. I am so sorry for your loss. Hugs. Sue Pachesny

- Sue Pachesny

October 29, 2020 3:19pm
I have known Dawn for many years. I had the pleasure of meeting her through her sister, Cathy. Dawn you will be sincerely missed. May you fly high with the angels. Love and condolences to your dear loved ones.

- Michelle Marin

October 29, 2020 1:57pm
Deepest sympathies for family and friends. I Work with Dawn at CHC in the lab . Great co -worker and friend . Will be missed . 🙏🏻 RIP Dawn 🐈

- CAROLYNE KING - Kenyon




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