Irene B. Popma

Irene B. Popma, age 94 of Grand Rapids, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, September 14, 2016 and is now reunited with her   husband of 73 years, Harold Popma. She is also preceded in death by her grandchildren, Julie Ann Popma and Todd Velding.  Surviving are her children, Harold “Putt” (Nancy) Popma, Cheryl (Bob) Velding, Bob (Donna) Popma, Dan (Kathie) Popma, Steve Popma, Paul (Nancy) Popma; 20 grandchildren and 45 great-grandchildren; 3 great-great-grandchildren; sisters, Bonnie (Bill) Shepard, Charlene Alber, Pat Preston; many nieces and nephews. Irene was a wonderful mother. She lovingly cared for and nurtured her children and grandchildren. She loved listening to music and singing along. Her favorite times were summer weekends at the cottage and enjoyed golfing, bowling and working in the yard. Irene was a very kind person and a “work at home Mom.” According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A Memorial Mass will be held 11am Tuesday, September 20, 2016 at St. John Vianney Church, 4101 Clyde Park SW with her nephew, Fr. Mike Alber presiding.  Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  A time of visitation will be Tuesday 10-11am at the church. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to St. Anne’s Home. The family wishes to thank St. Anne’s for the compassionate care given to Irene.