Gerrit John Van Leeuwen, age 92, of Jenison, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, September 10, 2020.  He was veteran of the Army and served in Korea as a medic. After the service, he had a long career with Steelcase, and retired from there.  He loved his family, his time spent hunting and fishing, and was an avid prayer warrior.  He was preceded in death by his sons, Randy and Kenneth; son-in-law, Alvin DeVries; and daughter-in-law, Sharon Van Leeuwen. Gerrit will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 68 years, Eleanor; children, Jan DeVries, Gary and Sylvia Van Leeuwen, Mary and Don Postma; daughter-in-law, Terri Van Leeuwen; 13 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sister-in-laws, Beatrice VanHouten, Marian Hoeksema, Maxine Doornbos, Neve Doornbos; many nieces and nephews. A private family service will be held with burial at Grandville Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Lee Street CRC Christian Education Fund.

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September 14, 2020 1:26pm
Jan and family. We will pray for you during this time of loss. It's bittersweet when they pass. It's hard to see them suffer but it's great to know where they are now. Dan and Sandy Van Wyk

- Sandy Van Wyk

September 14, 2020 12:42pm
Dear Eleanor and family. Thinking of you during this time of loss and sorrow. So many fond memories of good times with you and Gerrit. Wishing you strength .

- Linda Cook-Toren

September 14, 2020 12:55am
May the blessings of Gerrit’s life provide comfort, as you morn his loss. My condolences.

- Dave Neifer

September 13, 2020 1:41pm
I can only say he has been and will be missed dearly haven’t seen y’all for quite a while may the peace that surpasses all understanding be with all of you, and may all the memories of happiness and joy be with you . God bless you all .

- Ron Kole

September 13, 2020 10:04am
My heartfelt condolences to you and your family on the passing of your father. May god bless you in your time of sorrow.

- Alice Frye

September 12, 2020 6:05pm
Wishing you peace, comfort and hope in the midst of your sorrow. My sincerest condolences.

- Lisa Pineda




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