Jack Michael Ossewaarde

January 26, 1962 ~
April 11, 2022

Jack Michael Ossewaarde, age 60, of Allendale, went to his heavenly home on Monday, April 11, 2022, after a four-and-a-half-year battle with glioblastoma. Jack was a devoted father and husband. He loved spending time with his family and cherished special vacations together. He was always keeping himself busy with projects or working to provide for his family. Jack loved the outdoors, camping, and hunting and spent several years assisting his children with their 4-H. Although he will be greatly missed, we will cherish the many memories of him along life’s journey. He was preceded in death by his grandparents, many aunts and uncles, and sister-in-law, Sheila Potgeter. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 38 years, Sharon; children, Brenda (Ben) Miles, Jennifer Ossewaarde, John Ossewaarde; grandchildren, Makayla, and Maci Miles; parents, John (Joyce) Ossewaarde; siblings, Jim Ossewaarde, Jan (Russ) Ooms, Joan (Jamie) Bolen; parents-in-law, Al (Mae) Eaton; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Mike Potgeter, Amy (Brian) McMurray, Dennis (Kim) Eaton, Robin (Mark) Twiest; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held at 1:00 pm on Saturday, April 16, 2022, at Spring Valley Church, 5947 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale with Pastor Rob Wondergem officiating. Burial Allendale Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family from 11-1:00 at the church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to StacheStrong (https://www.stachestrong.org/) supporting brain cancer research.

Memorial Visitation
Saturday, April 16
11:00am - 1:00pm

Spring Valley Church
5947 Lake Michigan Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
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Memorial Service
Saturday, April 16
1:00pm

Spring Valley Church
5947 Lake Michigan Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
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April 17, 2022 8:54pm
Sharon- You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Let us know if we can do anything for you!! Christen & Scott Korstange (next door neighbors)

- Christen Korstange

April 12, 2022 6:17pm
Sharon, we are very sorry to hear of Jack’s passing. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Karen Hempenstsll




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