Obituary

Remembering Joan Malfroid

Joan Elizabeth Malfroid, age 88, of Jenison, entered into eternal rest on Saturday, February 7, 2026. She will be lovingly remembered by her best friend and the love of her life, Larry Malfroid; children, Margo Solomon, Beth (Chuck) VanDyke, Michelle Bouman, Brian VanDyke; stepchildren, Amy (Dave) Wirtz, Rebecca (Robert) Kenney, Sheri (Mike) Patterson, Chris Malfroid; along with many grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her son, Bruce VanDyke; parents, John and Marjory Huizinga; sisters, Mary Fuller, LaVonne Workman; and stepson, Dan Malfroid. Joan was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother who enjoyed gardening, knitting and sewing for others, camping and traveling. She believed her greatest accomplishment was raising and nurturing her family. The family would like to extend their sincere thanks to the staff of Grand Village Assisted Living in Grandville and to Faith Hospice for the tender, loving care provided to Joan during her recent weeks. A memorial service will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, March 2, at Holy Cross Lutheran Church, 1481 Baldwin St., Jenison, with a luncheon to follow. Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Monday from 10-11 a.m. at the church prior to the service. The burial will take place at Georgetown Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association.

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Memorial Visitation

Monday, March 2 · 10:00am - 11:00am

Location

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

1481 Baldwin St.
Jenison, MI 49428

Memorial Service

Monday, March 2 · 11:00am

Location

Holy Cross Lutheran Church

1481 Baldwin St.
Jenison, MI 49428

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We have good memories of Larry and Joan from camping at Lincoln Lake. Our prayers are with you and your family.

— Joel and Karen Hanenburg

I am very greatful to have known Grandma Joan. She was a good woman, a good cook, and fantastic at decorating her home. I always enjoyed seeing how nice she decorated the house whenever I came to visit. She was also funny and made me laugh. I also remember her always being a great hostess to family and friends and was well mannered. I love and miss you Grandma. I was so happy I was able to hug you and tell you I love you before your departure.

— Lacey Patterson ( Granddaughter)

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