Gertie Beukema

November 9, 1928 ~
December 2, 2020

Gertie Beukema, age 92, of Grandville, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, December 2, 2020. Gertie was the most loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Gertie will be remembered for her zest for life, strong but kind spirit, generosity, and wicked sense of humor. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Herman Beukema; daughter, Jan Baker; son, Corky Beukema; and grandsons, Ed Burdick and Jeffery Blake. She will be lovingly remembered by her daughters, Sandy and Tom Jelinski, Chris and Jerry Black; daughter-in-law, Jody Beukema-Yeakey; 11 grandchildren; 18 great-grandchildren; and 4 great-great-grandchildren. She was the dear sister of the late Cora and late John Scheeringa, Cornelius and the late Grace DeHorn, George and the late Audrey Hiskes, Alfred and the late Dina Recker, and Sandra and the late Ed Cooper. A private graveside service will be held at Blain Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the charity of one’s choice. The family would like to thank her second family at the Lodge of American House for their love and friendship which enriched Gertie’s last years. To honor her memory love generously, laugh often, and squeeze the joy out of every moment.

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December 09, 2020 5:38pm
My mother wanted me to her thoughts: Your mother Gertie and I have been friends for many years starting on Buckingham st all those years ago. We shared friends: Gerri Thees, Me (Jean Ypma), Delores...we were young with our growing families. Gertie used to make me laugh and feel loved even during difficult times. A lovely lady who I was blessed to call my friend. May she rest in peace and may Eternal light shine upon her. ----Fondly remembered by Jean Ypma(Rossi) and James Ypma and families.

- James Ypma

December 09, 2020 2:00pm
Your mom and grandmother was truly a delight to know and brighten up a day. She was a good friend for many years! My sincere sympathy to each of you. Carol Smith (Peg's sister)

- Carol Smith

December 08, 2020 9:07am
So sorry for your loss. I met Gertie way back at West middle. I was so young and she was always so nice to me. Always had me in stitches. Rest in peace Gertie.❤️

- Deborah Jane Grandon

December 07, 2020 3:47pm
Sandy and Chris were so sorry for your loss. I met your dad first, at Besteman Produce in 1959. Then I had pleasure of meeting your mom, at the house on Buckingham SW. We shared many happy moments together. She was a wonderful lady. Dave and Jeanie Campbell

- David campbell

December 06, 2020 10:31pm
So sorry for the loss of your dear Mother, Chris and Sandra. May she rest in peace. The Scraver family

- Lynne McGarry

December 06, 2020 1:58pm
Peace be with that wonderful lady and her family.

- Tom Ebels

December 06, 2020 9:30am
My condolences to the entire family. So sorry for the loss. I remember both Herm and Gertie at many games I coached in both softball and basketball with Soni and Brandi. Both Gertie and Herm were such special people.

- Dan Stevens

December 05, 2020 1:24pm
My condolences to Gertie’s family for your loss. Gertie was one of a kind for sure. She had the best sense of humor of anyone I know....could keep you in stitches. She was a great lady and am sure she will be missed a lot. RIP Gertie!

- Jean Dood

December 05, 2020 9:27am
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of your dear Mother. We have great memories of long ago times spent her and your Dad. Our thoughts and prayers are with your family.

- Pete and Linda Rusticus

December 04, 2020 4:22pm
I live at American House. Before the COVID hit I had lunch with Gertie often. What a delight she was always happy and some neat jokes she had to,leave lunch,on time so she,couldnwatch,her soaps. I will miss Gertie and wish we could of ate lunch as we did before,the,Virus. My Sympathy to all of you and I’m sure you will miss her also

- Alberta Hoekwater

December 04, 2020 3:29pm
A great lady and wonderful addition to the staffs at both west middle and westwood middle schools. She would brighten the day every time one saw her. Rest in peace, old friend.

- Tim Mask

December 04, 2020 2:02pm
The best neighbor I had when growing up. I used to babysit the kids. It was a great family. Terri Wilson

- Terri and John (Wilson) Heintzelman

December 04, 2020 1:38pm
A wonderful friend from Westwood Middle and a great lady. May she Rest In Peace.

- Willie J Randolph

December 04, 2020 12:20pm
The best neighbor one could have for sure. Missed you when you moved, but the Lord had a wonderful new place for you to spend these last years. Blessings to all Gertie’s family.

- Richard and Sharon Ashby

December 03, 2020 5:02pm
Aunt Gertie was ONE of a kind...love and hugs to you all.

- Wendy Deckinga




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