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Esther Mae Glashower (Vander Schuur), aged 60 of Hudsonville, left her earthly home for her eternal home on Saturday, April 7, 2018, and is now dancing with Jesus. Esther was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, and sister, who treasured her family. She was a selfless person who always put others first. Esther gave of her time and talents with a passion for the lost and broken, being the hands and feet of Jesus to whomever she met. She had the gift of encouragement and always took a genuine interest in others. Esther enjoyed spending time outdoors, taking in the beauty of all that her Lord created. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Margaret Vander Schuur, and her brother, Jay Vander Schuur. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 41 years, Doug; her children, Katie and Brian White, Kyle and Heather Glashower, Kindra and Aaron Back, Kelson and Jacinta Glashower; also a mother to Maria, Liliana, and Neftali; her beloved grandchildren, Mason, Kayla, and Alec White; Emma Glashower; Titus, and Ahsher Back; also a grandma to Katie, Jayden, Yarianna, and Luna; her siblings, Dave and Jennifer Vander Schuur, Sue and Kelly Bauder, Brenda Vander Schuur; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Randy and Cindy Glashower, Judy and Dale DeVries, Jeff and Sue Glashower, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, April 11, 2018 at 5 pm at Georgetown Christian Reformed Church, 6475 40th Ave., Hudsonville with Rev. Jack Dik officiating. Interment Blendon Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may join the family at Georgetown Christian Reformed Church on Tuesday from 6-8 pm and Wednesday 2-4 pm. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Resonate Global Mission in Guinea, West Africa to support her sister Brenda Vander Schuur.
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April 15, 2018 5:16pm
Esther visited Dalaba, Guinea several times, where we served with Brenda. We so appreciated not only her visits, but also the way she was so supportive to Brenda, spiritually and as a sister, throughout the years. Praying that you will all be comforted by knowing that Esther is out of her pain and with the Lord, and that her life of love was such a witness to Jesus -- the Way, the Truth and the Life.
- Joyce Ribbens Campbell
April 11, 2018 9:35am
I am so sorry for your loss ,death is an enemy that we all have to experience and I would just like to share with you what encouraged me when I lost someone I loved. Encouraging scriptures like “
“Revelation 21:4 And he will wipe out every tear from their eyes and DEATH WILL BE NO MORE neither will mourning nor outcry nor pain be anymore the former things have passed away “
Since we know no one can die in heaven this future blessing is speaking about here on earth and by means of God’s Kingdom (Matthew 6:10 Daniel 2:44 ) these are the blessings that will result from God’s Kingdom Ruling not only getting rid of death but you will get to be reunited with your loved one as Acts 24:15 says their is going to be a Ressurrection!! You will get to hear them laugh again hear their voice but then they will not be taken away from you for the Bible says “The righteous will possess the earth and they will live forever on it “Psalms 37:29
I will continually keep your family and friends in my prayers not just right now but in the days ahead as well.
Please visit [url=http://www.jw.org]http://www.jw.org[/url] for more information about God’s kingdom and other future blessings
- Kayla Heard
April 11, 2018 6:59am
I'm so sorry to hear this. I didn't get to spend much time with Esther but she had an impact on my life. I loved and admired her and always looked forward to seeing her. What I remember most about Esther is that she always had the smile you see in her picture. Her smile came from her heart and shown through her eyes. She was kind, giving, loving, had a strong love for Jesus. I felt more peaceful when near her. She had a way of calming me, just being near her. I would always seek her out so I could spend a little quality time with her. RIP Esther and I know I will see you when I'm in heaven and we can dance with Jesus together! My heartfelt prayers for all.
- Rhonda Terpstra
April 10, 2018 1:18pm
It was such a privilege to know Esther. What a beloved child of the King. We can rejoice that she is now and forevermore with her precious Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. At the same time, her early departure from us is such a heartache. May the Lord give great strength and comfort to all who are grieving her death.
- Nancy Van Noord
April 09, 2018 6:31pm
So sorry for your loss. But I am so thankful to know beyond a shadow of a doubt that she is still alive, just in a different location until we can all be with her again. She still is an amazing woman and I am so thankful for her hand in my life!
- Kelly Tanis
April 09, 2018 6:23pm
Esther’s face radiated warmth. I can see it so clear and it gave comfort. She was a loving Mother in law to my sister. Family was held so dear to her, I loved and appreciated that.
Love and prayers for strength and comfort,
the Coverlys
- Kenny and Nicole Coverly family
April 09, 2018 12:16pm
On behalf of American House we want to convey our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your loved one, may God bless and comfort you as you grieve.
- Julie Ann Mesman,
April 09, 2018 5:14am
My prayers and condolences. Esther was an amazing foster parent and an incredible person.
- Cliff Alles-Curie
April 08, 2018 2:53pm
Esther was a welcome volunteer at the Mission Protestante Réformée, in Guinea, where she and her team did such work as paint the local prison, and enthusiastically join my colleagues and myself in prayer.
Esther and Doug welcomed my wife and myself into her home to stay for a fewd days during a visit we made to Grand Rapids, and extended the warmest hospitality.
It was a privilege and joy to know Esther.
My condolences to Doug and their family!
- William Habib Steele
April 08, 2018 1:33pm
We are so sorry for your loss, Esther was a very special lady.
- Randy and Brenda Winn
April 08, 2018 1:27pm
What a beautiful testimony of how Esther lived and who she was. What a privilege to call her a friend. She will be deeply missed. We all cry tears of sorrow yet rejoice that her suffering is over and she is in glory. Victory won! Wish I could be there to celebrate her life and give each of you a hug but my tears love and prayers are with you. Hope to see you when I return from Uganda. Mary Beute
- Mary Beute
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