Edward DeGroot Jr., aged 76 of Kentwood, went to be reunited with his wife Kathleen on Sunday, November 11, 2018. He is survived by his children, Jayne (Ed) Pribble, Ed (Amanda) DeGroot, Michelle Munoz; grandchildren, Mikayla, Alex, Jessica, Jared, Avery, Veda, Leila; sister, Bonita Hamstra; brothers, Rick (Char) DeGroot, Frank Murray; and several nieces and nephews. Ed proudly served his country in the US Army. A memorial service for Ed will be held on Saturday, November 17, at 2 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4031 Clyde Park SW, Wyoming with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating. Family will greet relatives and friends on Saturday at the funeral home from 1 p.m. to 2 p.m. prior to the service. Inurnment at Kent Memorial Gardens.
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November 20, 2018 9:02am
Jayne,
So sorry to hear about your loss. We will be praying for you all.
- Laura Shane Robinson Moore
November 16, 2018 9:19am
Jayne & Ed We were so sorry to read about your Dad's death. You have a love & prayers!!
- Norma, Steven & Sara
November 16, 2018 5:56am
One of the life lessons ed taught me, when you barrow something bring it back in better condition than you got it. This has served me well all my life.
- Marv Berends
November 14, 2018 8:42am
Our heartfelt condolences for your family. I enjoyed chatting with him during the football games and school events. I'm glad that he's been reunited with his wife. Hugs for your family.
- Wendy McDaniel
November 12, 2018 8:15pm
Sorry for the loss of your Father and Grandfather. I will miss him alot. Was a very kind and helpfull man to all.
- Pam Stevens
November 12, 2018 12:51pm
Sorry to hear of this sad news. Hold on to the memories I am sure there are many many of them. Enjoy that pie and coffee Ed.
- Robin robinson
November 12, 2018 12:45pm
I'm so sorry for your loss. He will forever be missed. He was an amazing man!! (((Hugs)))
- Charlene Delarosa
November 12, 2018 9:25am
I’m so sorry for your loss.
Edward was an amazing man, husband, father.
He is once again with his loving wife.
Thinking of the family.
Love to you all.
- Vicki Berends
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