Judy Bolthouse

February 1, 1947 ~
November 2, 2023

Judy Luann Bolthouse, age 76, of Jenison entered the gates of heaven on Thursday, November 2, 2023. Judy worked for her family business, James Douglas Hair Studio, for seven years in Grandville, and loved to work directly with everyone who came through the door. At a young age she learned to sew and was an avid seamstress throughout her life and loved to showcase her creativity through the clothes that she would make. Judy and her husband loved to spend time with each other at Sandy Pines and after Jim’s retirement they enjoyed a brief stint of traveling cross-country. Judy courageously battled multiple health issues toward the end of her life, during which she showcased her strength and resilience. She was preceded in death by her parents, Mitch and Ella Jannereth; and her son-in-law, Mark VanderJagt. Judy will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 58 years, James Douglas Bolthouse; daughters, Shelley (Steve) Frody, Nadene VanderJagt, Laura (Chris) Carr; grandchildren, Larissa Frody, Shonta Frody, Savannah (Al) Smith, Derryk VanderJagt, Daniel VanderJagt, Sylvia VanderJagt, Christian (Kelsey) Carr, Elizabeth Carr, Caden Carr; great-grandchildren, Macklin Smith, and Chloe Carr. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Wednesday, November 8, 2023, at Hudsonville Reformed Church, 3950 Highland Dr., Hudsonville with Pastor Scott VanOostendorp officiating. A private family burial will take place at Georgetown Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Wednesday from 9:30-10:45 am prior to the service at church. The family would like to thank the community for all the years of support during Judy’s time working for the Hair Studio and for all of the prayers during her later years.

Visitation
Wednesday, November 8
9:30am

Hudsonville Reformed Church
3950 Highland Dr.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Funeral Service
Wednesday, November 8
11:00am

Hudsonville Reformed Church
3950 Highland Dr.
Hudsonville, MI 49426
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Leave Your Tribute Message

November 07, 2023 9:45am
Mom, words cannot express the loss I feel and I am so thankful that you are now in the arms of Jesus and in no more pain. Thank you for being a great mom to me. Forever thankful ❤️Lauralee

- Laura Carr

November 06, 2023 9:46pm
My deepest condolences to the Bolthouse family… I have great memories of “Mrs. B.” when you lived on Lawndale, she made awesome seat covers for my first car, a call when my radio may have been too loud, and she occasionally called my name (Full Name) with her hands on her hips when she caught me doing some neighborly teenage pranks, just to name a few... Mrs. B was a caring lady, with a contagious smile and sense of humor!

- Chris DeLeeuw

November 06, 2023 3:24pm
I am so sorry for your loss Carr & Frody families!! May the memories you have with your mom and grandma give you peace in this difficult time. Sending hugs and many prayers for your family!

- Wendy Watson

November 03, 2023 8:58pm
My heart goes out to you Jim, and family, in the "on-going" of dear Judy. She leaves a legacy of her strong faith in God for whatever health issues she was going through. Her love and zest for life showed through her contagious smile. May His love and peace surround all of you as she was welcomed "home" and walked into the outstretched arms of Jesus, whom she loved and served.

- Mary Mc Alary

November 03, 2023 11:16am
Judy was a RHS '65 graduate and I've known her since we were very young. I remember most her smile, I don't think l ever seen her without one. She was a God loving lady and it showed though her twinkling eyes, even on her bad days. You will be missed kiddo!

- Jennie Cullin

November 03, 2023 9:52am
Although we did not know Judy well, she was always very kind when we were around her. I remember the last time I saw her was at Al and Savannahs wedding. What sticks out about that day was Steve bringing Judy on the dance floor in her wheelchair and dancing with her. We will be keeping you all in our prayers as you go through this loss.

- Scott and Jennifer Smith




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