Brander, Gloria Gloria Brander, age 71, of Jenison passed away July 29, 2013. Preceding her in death, father, Burton Bartz, niece, Jenna Bartz; She is survived by her husband of 45 years, George Brander; daughters, Lisa (Tim) Holland, Michelle (Jeremy) Metiva; son, Steve (Amber) Brander; granddaughter, Addyson Jayne Holland; mother, Vera Bartz; brothers, Mike (Linda) Bartz, Patrick Bartz, Russell (Maureen) Bartz, David Bartz; sister, Meribeth (Phil) Hiestand; many nieces and nephews. Mass of Christian burial will be held on Friday at 11 am at Holy Redeemer Catholic Church, 2700 Baldwin, Jenison, with Father Ron Hutchinson officiating. Interment Georgetown Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. or 1 hour prior to the Mass at church. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Lacks Cancer Center, 200 Jefferson Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49503.
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Gloria was a very kind, friendly, & helpful presence at Holy Redeemer Parish and she will be very sadly missed by all. Chris Hunt, Parish Secretary
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
To the Brander Family: Gloria was a wonderful woman and had the biggest heart. I so enjoyed her when she used to take care of Brock when he was much younger. She touched many people with her kindness and caring. May God's blessings give you strength to get through this difficult time. Hugs to all. Joanne and Mark Nanninga
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
God had a good day yesterday when He got to welcome Gloria home. The sad thing is we had to say goodbye to one of the kindest, most giving people we have ever known. George, Lisa, Michelle and Steve- you were the luckiest people in world to have her to yourselves all this time, but we will all miss her. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Nancy & Gene LaCroix
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Those we love don't go away, They walk beside us everyday, Unseen, Unheard, but Always near, So LOVED, So missed, So very dear. Our Angel on earth is now by your side. Jill Briggs-Powell
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Gloria truly was an angel on Earth and will be so missed. What an inspirational lady. Barb terpstra
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
To the Brander Family...What a Great Spirit, Generous Heart and All Around Wonderful Women...I will miss her and George coming up to "God's Country" where I know they loved to spend time in the summers..But now she can go were ever her heart desire...She will be Missed...I know she is visiting with my dad and brother with that Great Big Smile on her face...Truly she was loved... You will be in my thoughts and prayers... Janet Hiestand Fischer (Torch Lake)
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
I'm am so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with the entire Brander family. I always enjoyed seeing her in church. We didn't talk, but she had one of those contagious smiles that I will never forget. Danielle (mazure) Kruizenga Anonymous
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
To The Brander Family: May you take comfort in knowing an Angel is watching over you. You will continue to stay in our prayers. Tyler and Kelly Scott
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Brander family, very sorry to hear of your loss. Gloria was an Angel on earth and is now one in heaven. Our thoughts are with you. The Tchozewski Family
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Feeling so blessed to have met Gloria and witnessed her grace and beauty and the love of her family. My prayers are with you in your loss. Therese Lamport, Faith Hospice
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Michelle & Family, We want to convey our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your Mother. May God bless and comfort you as you grieve. Thinking of you. Julie & Carrie Mesman
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
To the Brander family, May you find peace in the knowledge that one day you will be reunited. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. Rayme, McKenze, Megan, Rich, Carmen and George
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March 26, 2015 10:34am
Gloria was always welcoming and warm. She was a wonderful person and will be missed. My condolences to her family, especially Lisa, Michelle and Steve. Mrs Carol Doyle
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