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Hennip, James "Jim" James “Jim” Hennip, aged 75, of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord on Saturday, January 25, 2014. He was preceded in death by his parents, Gerritt and Mary Hennip; father-in-law, Casey Potts; brother, Pete Hennip; and brother-in-law, Jim Behrens. He is survived by his loving wife of 51 years, Connie; children, Kim (Bob) Weiland, Gloria (Tim) Buist, Stefanie (Scott) Veldhouse, Jeff (Jen) Hennip, Wendy (Andy) Grevenstuk; 14 grandchildren; 6 great-grandchildren; sisters, Janet (Don) Rutgers, Chris Behrens; mother-in-law, Belle Potts; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, June Hennip, Vicki (Bruce) Strong, Sherri (Jerry) Decker, Duane (Letha) Potts, Wanda (Bob) Faber; and many nieces and nephews. Jim served in the US Army Reserves. He began working for TriAcoustic, a company started by his father-in-law, and retired from there after more than 40 years of employment. He then began helping Connie in her cake shop until her retirement three years ago. For the past six months, he loved delivering bagels in the early morning hours to a few area businesses for Big Apple Bagels. Jim loved spending time with his family, especially his grandkids, and was always seen at all of their sporting and school events. He was always there, willing to help out in any way he could. One of Jim’s greatest pleasures in life was attending all of South Christian High School’s sporting events, no matter what sport it was. He was one of the school’s biggest fans. Funeral services for Jim will be held on Wednesday at 11:00 am at First Cutlerville Christian Reformed Church, 1425 - 68th Street SW, Byron Center with Dr. Randy Blacketer and Rev. Kenneth VanWyke officiating. Interment Winchester Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave SE, Kentwood on Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm and also on Wednesday at the church from 10-11 am prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to South Christian High School Sports Boosters or a charity of one’s choice.
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Kim May you find peace knowing he is with the lord. thoughts and prayers to All in your family Theresa SSI
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Aunt Connie & all, We are so sorry for your loss. I wish we were able to make it back for the service. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Mandy & Travis
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Connie.... At a loss for words...lifting you all in prayer to our Heavenly Father to give you all what only He can provide for you. May you feel the countless prayers being lifted to Him from your family and friends. In Christ's love- Melody Timmerman (Hoven)
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Tim and Gloria and family, Our deepest sympathy to you all. I'm so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you all. Rick and Beckie
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
My sympathies to the family. I attended school with Jim and visited with him at many Moline fastpitch ball games. He was a good friend and a fine man. Thoughts and prayers for the family. Bob Beck
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Bill & Jan Huyser (Overzet) So sorry for your loss. Bad weather stops us from attending. We have many fond memories of visits to the Hennip farm and meals with Aunt Mary's home made bread. Bill & Jan Huyser (Overzet)
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
My condolences to the family. I am so sorry for your loss. Brenda
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Sorry for the loss of your loved one.. Al/Linda Fricke. Cutlerville , Mi
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Dear Hennip family About 50 years ago I worked for Triacoustic during the summer while I attended college.Jim was always my favorite "site boss". Lunch time was usually spent with Jim "pitching me softball fast balls" with me ending up with a pretty sore catching hand. Jim was honorable. He was also fun to be with. May you find comfort in knowing that Jim is now resting in the arms of his savior. Dick Roeters
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Connie and family: You have our deepest sympathy. Jim was a great guy and I have many fond memories of visits to the Hennip farm as kids. We always had so much fun. And as older adults, getting the Michigan cousins together for lunches was always so much fun...so many good memories. Just know that you will continue to be in our prayers in the days ahead... Dutch & Jan Talsma
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Kim, Bob and family, we are so sorry to hear of your loss. Remember, you now have an angel you know by name. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Pat Bendokaitis/ Rob Eastway
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
So very sorry to all of you for your/our loss. (I always considered him part of the Weiland family by marriage!) Heaven is one lucky place....love to all Lindy Weiland
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Connie & Family: Aunt June let us know about Jim's passing. Know that our prayers and love are sent to you all! Mike & Denise Kent
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Jim was the best neighbor anyone could ever ask for. He was always there to lend a hand, lend a tool, or just to chat. He was SO proud of his family. Connie and family, we are so very sorry for your loss. Jim will be greatly missed. Aimee, Tom, Allie & Nate Boruta
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
So sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family. Leo & Madelyn Pfaller
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Connie: It was such a shock to hear of Jim's sudden passing. Our deepest sympathies and prayers are with you and your family. Jerry and Nancy Bradke (DeYoung)
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
When I worked with Jim at Tri-Acoustics, he taught me quite alot, and more than just about construction.There are plenty of days I use what he taught me and think of him.I am better for knowing Jim, which is one of the true measures of a man. Tony Schweitzer
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Connie we are so sorry to hear about Jim and we send our condolences, we really enjoyed your friendship over the years as our neighbors, may God bless. ED & ESTHER MILLER
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
We are truly sorry & saddened to hear about Jim. Many pleasant memories come to mind about summer days when we visited the farm and "helped" milk cows, pick corn, and play in the barn. Our sincere sympathies go out to Connie & the whole family. You are in our prayers. Steve & Cheryl DeYoung
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Dear Hennip family, We are so sorry for your sudden loss of your husband, father and grand father. We will keep you in our thoughts and our prayers, especially in the next days and weeks. Sincerely, Dave and Marva Lubben
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Dear Connie & family: I didn't see the obituaries until it was to late. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayer's. Your bakery friend. Rosie Anonymous
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