Jacob J. Bouwman, Jr.

Jacob James Bouwman Jr., age 82, of Jenison was called to his heavenly home on Wednesday, July 18, 2018, and is now singing in the choir triumphant. Jake was the former owner of Zeeland Jewelers until his retirement. He was blessed with the gift of music which gave him great joy, and would sing at every opportunity given to him. Jake enjoyed singing in the White Shirt Brigade, 12th Avenue CRC choir, Heritage Singing Men and the Gospel Ambassadors Quartet. He was a Korean War veteran who proudly served his country in the U.S. Army. Jake will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 62 years, Kathleen (VanLeeuwen); children, Scott and Lori Bouwman, Brian Bouwman, Kurt and Ammie Bouwman; grandchildren and great grandchildren, Michael and Leanne Bouwman (Jacob, Owen), David and Mallory Bouwman, Amber and Matthew Lubbers (Audrey), Marshall and Katey Bouwman, Benjamin Bouwman and fiancee Jenna, Jake and Grace Walters, Jessie Walters; sisters, Shirley and Merl Waayenberg, Jan and Al King; many loving nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Monday, July 23, 2018, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Drive SW, with Rev. Larry Johnson officiating. Interment Floral View Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 3-6 p.m. and also Monday from 1-1:45 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Because of the compassionate care given to Jake, the family suggests that memorial  contributions be given to Faith Hospice - Trillium Woods.

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July 30, 2018 8:13am
Kathy and kids, So sorry to hear of Jake's passing. Although we have not seen each other for years, we get updates occasionally through family. You are always held fondly in our hearts and thinking of Jake always puts a smile on my face. That will not change. Looking forward to seeing him in the future! Our prayers are with you.

- Ray and Sue Lubberts

July 25, 2018 4:15am
We will always remember Jake’s friendliness whenever we would come to jewelry store. He fixed many watches and jewelry items for us over the years!! May God’s peace be with all of you!

- Kathy and Mike Torrey

July 24, 2018 2:07pm
Scott and Lori and family, We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Doug and Melinda Wieringa

- Melinda Wieringa

July 22, 2018 12:47pm
Jake and I had a lot of visits together. We laughed a lot....usually at each other. I'll miss him!!

- Ken wright

July 22, 2018 12:45pm
Jake and I had a lot of visits and a lot of laughs...usually at each other. I'll miss him!!

- Ken Wright

July 21, 2018 5:56am
Kathy and family. I'm so sorry to hear of Jake's passing. I had only recently found out that he was ill. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you as you walk through these difficult days. Cherish your memories.

- Karen Cooper

July 20, 2018 1:30pm
My heart goes out to you and your family Scott. Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. When you are feeling sad and missing him, please hold on to the precious memories you have of your father until you reunited with him in Our Fathers loving arms. I will continue to keep you and your family in prayers. Please don't hesitate to call if you need someone to listen.

- Mavis Domingue

July 20, 2018 12:04pm
Kurt you and your family are in our prayers.

- Chuck Zwiers




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