Harold F. “Herk” Teerman, age 94, of Jenison, was peacefully called home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 27, 2016. He was preceded in death by his wife of 64 years, Elizabeth “Betty” Teerman; his parents, John and Mona Teerman; his brothers, Fred Speet, and Wayne Teerman; and his infant sister, Eunice Teerman. Harold was a loving dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa that treasured his family. He was a quiet man who lived his faith. Harold loved to spend time outdoors hunting and fishing and using his metal detector. He also had a passion for golf and will be especially missed by his golf partner, Paul. Most recently, at his Allen Springs residence, he enjoyed the fellowship time with his friends playing Bingo, Cribbage, Wii bowling, and going on bus trips. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Susan and Pieter Witteveen, Sandra and Tim Bolema, Rick and Sherry Teerman; grandchildren, Kelly, Jon and Michelle, Jeremy and Tina, Erin, Peter and Jamie, Chris and fiancée, Mia, Stephen and Jessie, and Charity; great grandchildren, Eva Grace, Diego, Eisley, and Ramsey Herk; brothers, Gayle and Mary Teerman, Lloyd Teerman; and several nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held on Friday, September 30, at 11 am, at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW with Rev. Eildert Zwart officiating. Interment Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 10-11 am prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice or to Beverly Reformed Church.
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October 01, 2016 12:46pm
Sympathy and prays for comfort to the family and friends of a remarkable looking man
- Bob Bronkema
September 29, 2016 6:38pm
Rick, Sherry & family, our sympathies and condolences and prayers are with you. We know he is enjoying heaven but you are still missing him on earth.
Deb & Terry Den Herder
- Terry & Deb Den Herder
September 29, 2016 4:27pm
Sue and Pete - we are so sorry for your loss. Papa T was a special guy and we're so happy we got the honor to see him when he came to visit. You and the entire family are in our prayers.
- Katy and Marty Zahn
September 29, 2016 7:23am
Harold was a long-time member of the Great Lakes Senior Golf Association and was still playing in tournaments earlier this year. Harold was our oldest active member, always ready with a smile and handshake. He will be missed. Condolences to family and friends.
- Fred VanOeveren
September 29, 2016 6:27am
Sandy & Tim ,
I'm very sorry for your loss. My heart felt prayers go out to you and your family.
- Lynn King
September 29, 2016 6:07am
Sandy and Tim - so sorry for your loss. Just know you sent him to heaven with love.
- Julie Chase
September 28, 2016 11:41am
Rick & Sherry - I'm sorry for your loss. Praying for God's comfort for the family at this time.
- Pamela Boone Slagter