Emily Grace Barnes

November 11, 1999 ~
October 27, 2021

Emily Grace Barnes, age 21, of Jenison, went to be with her Lord on Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Emily was preceded in death by her grandmother, Dorothy Johnson. Emily will be lovingly remembered by her parents, Curtis and Jill Barnes; grandparents, Max and Linda Barnes, Roger and Martha Johnson; her pets, Fish, Murphy, and Morgan; many aunts, uncles, cousins, extended family, and friends. Emily had a wicked sense of humor. Emily battled kidney cancer for 10 months and the care she received at Lacks Cancer Center went above and beyond what the family could hope for or imagine. She loved animals, movies, music, and enjoying life. She was a GVSU student and loved learning. Anchor Up! The world is a better place for having had her with us. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at 11 am at Chapel Pointe, 3350 Baldwin St., Hudsonville, with Pastor Bob Bloom officiating. Burial Georgetown Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday, November 2, from 5-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and one hour prior to the service on Wednesday. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Jenison High School Library.

Visitation
Tuesday, November 2
5:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Visitation
Wednesday, November 3
10:00am - 11:00am

Chapel Pointe
3350 Baldwin St.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Funeral Service
Wednesday, November 3
11:00am

Chapel Pointe
3350 Baldwin St.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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November 02, 2021 10:30am
There are no words to comfort in the loss of a loved one, I and my family are praying for peace in the hearts of all.

- Ted Wickering

November 01, 2021 9:59am
Curt and family. So deeply sorry for your loss of Emily. My heart is broken for you. I am praying God heals your heart as he wraps his arms around Emily.

- Rick Hoisington

October 29, 2021 1:36pm
Please accept my deepest condolences. Emily was a lovely young woman, gifted with a keen intellect and a talent for literary analysis. Even as I mourn her loss, I will remember her as one of my best students. May you find comfort and peace.

- Kathleen Blumreich

October 28, 2021 8:36pm
Jill, my prayers are with you and your family. I am so very sorry for the loss of your sweet Emily.

- Kelli Vredevoogd-Ditmar

October 28, 2021 6:04pm
Steve & I are so very sorry for your loss of Emily. Our thoughts and prayers for peace & comfort are with you all. May your happy memories ease your pain at this very difficult time.

- Jan & Steve Wind

October 28, 2021 2:34pm
There are no words to comfort you. Just know you are loved and being prayed for. Emily, what a joy it was to watch you grow. 🖤

- Jen Brunink

October 28, 2021 12:41pm
My heart breaks for you all....what a terrible loss. Continued prayers for peace and comfort.

- Karen Grzesiak




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