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Remembering Elaine Hoeksema

On Wednesday, June 17, 2020, God called his beloved daughter, Elaine Hoeksema, home.  She passed in peace, surrounded by family and immense love.  Our hearts are at once broken and relieved that her suffering has ceased and she has been gifted a new mind and body.  Though her disease claimed more and more of her as it progressed, her good humor, kindness, and gentle spirit remained to the end.  We imagine that in her first hours in her new heavenly home, Elaine has played her organ, sang praises to her King, and rejoiced with her beloved parents and loved ones who preceded her in death.   Elaine is survived by her husband of 61 years, Paul Hoeksema; children, Kimberly and Joseph Haveman, Jeffrey and Karyn Hoeksema, Jodi and David Howerzyl, Kurt and Jennifer Hoeksema; grandchildren, Brooke and Mark Arroyo, Carter and Lynnae Haveman, Hope and Kevin Snyder, Mackenzie and Josh Driesenga, Chad and Christi Hoeksema, Kade and Regan Hoeksema, Lynden Hoeksema, Paige Howerzyl, Morgan Howerzyl, Crew Howerzyl, Gibson Hoeksema, Graham Hoeksema, Brooks Hoeksema; nine great-grandchildren; brother, Dale and Sharon Brower; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Glenn and Pat Hoeksema, Judy Hoeksema.  She was preceded in death by her brother, Alvern Brower.  Special thanks to Kami, Jessica, Dawn, Felicia, and Tori for their loving and compassionate care.  Due to current circumstances, the family and dearest friends are having a private celebration of her life. Private services will be held on Monday with Rev. Kamstra officiating. Interment Boynton Cemetery. Those who wish to contribute may donate to Spectrum Health Hospice or Grandville Calvin Christian School.

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What a beautiful tribute to Elaine. She was such a special lady and a dear, kind friend as we shared organist duties at Calvary church. Doug and I send our thoughts and prayers to you, Paul, and to your children and grandchildren. Your family has a special place in our hearts. Doug and Rachel Plasman

— Rachel Plasman

You have our deepest sympathy Paul and family. Elaine was such a kind and loving person. We have so many fond memories of your family on Hazelwood. God bless you all! Love, Jim and Pat Norton

— Pat Norton

Praying for all of you during this time. I learned a tremendous amount about Christian love from Mrs. Hoeksema. Memories of her and your entire family make me smile.

— Marc Arnoys

OUR SYMPATHY & PRAYERS to you PAUL and FAMILY --- HERB [cousin of PAUL ] SHIRLEY KLOMPARENS

— herb - shirley klomparens

Jodi, Dave and family Please accept our most sincere thoughts of sympathy. In the 26 years that I have known your mom, she was a very wonderful and gracious person. So very kind. We will continue to keep all of you in our prayers as you proceed through this difficult time. Love, Terry and Sally

— Sally Howard

Our sympathy to the entire family and especially to Paul. It is so hard to lose a loved one. She will always be remembered especially as a dear friend of my sister. Ron &Judi Hofstra

— Judi

Deepest sympathies to the entire Hoeksema family. Elaine was such a wonderful woman of God. Prayers for peace and comfort for all of you.

— Patrick & Becki Bykerk

Elaine was a lovely woman and a good friend. I enjoyed working with her at Baker’s. My thoughts and prayers are with Paul and the family. Lanny Sherman

— Lanny Sherman

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