Harvey Haverkamp

Harvey Haverkamp, age 90, of Jenison, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, November 13, 2020. He is now with his Lord in perfect peace. He eagerly joined his wife of 66 years, Lorraine, who left us just five short weeks ago. He was also preceded in death by his great-grandson, Lucas VanSprange. Harvey will be lovingly remembered by his children, Linda VanSprange, Ralph Haverkamp, Jim and Lynnell Haverkamp, David and Julie Haverkamp,Tom and Amy Haverkamp, Susan and Tom Steigenga; 18 grandchildren; 40 great-grandchildren; sister, Christine VanZytveld; brother, Jack and Jackie Haverkamp; and sister-in-law, Dorothy Koop. Harvey served his country for 11 years in the U.S. Navy Reserve. He was a lifetime member of 12th Avenue CRC. He was dedicated to making sure his family received a Christian education and all of his children graduated from Unity Christian High School. Harvey was a dedicated and hard working man who worked for over 40 years in the window construction industry, spending his time at Builders Window and National Sash and Door. He enjoyed hunting and fishing and was a loyal Detroit Tigers fan. Twice a year he would take the family to a Detroit Tigers game. Harvey loved to walk his dogs. On Sundays he enjoyed driving the senior bus to church for Sunset Manor. Funeral services will be held on Wednesday, November 18, 2020, at 11 a.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW, with Pastor Jim Evenhouse officiating. Burial Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday, November 17, from 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home and on Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to Jenison Christian Schools.