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Kathleen Janet Buteyn of Wyoming, MI joined the Heavenly Choir on Thursday, October 6, 2016. Kathy was born in Sanborn, IA on August 1, 1941. She was preceded in death by her parents, Henry and Sadie Buteyn. She is survived by her brothers and sisters, John (Lois) of Colorado Springs, CO, Jane (Faynor) Brouwer of Rock Valley, IA, Jerry (Carol) Buteyn of Sanborn, IA, and Glenda Buteyn of Grandville, MI; as well as her beloved nieces and nephews and their families. After graduating from Dordt College, where she was a member of the Concert Choir under the direction of Dale Grotenhuis who encouraged her musical gifts, Kathy was an educator for 8 years, including a year teaching hearing-impaired children. For more than 40 years she worked for Pine Rest Christian Hospital. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, October 11 at 11 am at La Grave Avenue Christian Reformed Church, 107 LaGrave Ave. SE, Grand Rapids, with Rev. Peter Jonker and Rev. Ruth Boven officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday, October 10 from 5-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and on Tuesday from 10-10:45 am at church prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Henry and Sadie Buteyn Education Scholarship at Dordt College. While Kathy’s sudden passing is a shock, we rejoice in the blessed assurance that she belonged in life and in death to her faithful Savior, Jesus Christ. Soli Deo Gloria!
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October 24, 2016 5:17pm
Dear Glenda, Jerry and other sibs, I'm so shocked to here of Kathy's death from Dr. Ringerwole when I was in GR. What a hard and lonely time for you ahead without her lovely presence. She was my choir buddy in Concert Choir when I was a soph. What a humble spirit. Ron & I will be praying for you as we have also been to this valley.
- Karen Rynders
October 19, 2016 1:05pm
I loved working with Kathy at Pine Rest. She was warm and welcoming and I'm sure she was warmly welcomed into the Heavenly Kingdom. Sing Alleluias, Kathy, we will meet again!
- Colleen Whalen
October 12, 2016 3:53pm
I'm am so sorry to hear of Kathleen's passing. She use to come into Russ' in Wyoming for breakfast and I had the pleasure of waiting on her. She was a really sweet lady that always had a smile to give. She would come in and while eating would enjoy reading a book. She will be missed by all of us at Russ'. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
- Renee Bohner
October 10, 2016 5:40pm
Kathy and I over-lapped for 3 decades at Pine Rest before I retired. The adjective I would choose to describe Kathy is 'radiant.' She had a warm smile and glistening eyes that always flashed a glowing welcome. Kathy was special, someone you could not forget. She was a wonderful reflection of Christ's Light in her life.
-Bob Hennink
- Bob Hennink
October 10, 2016 4:24pm
A beautiful voice, silenced here, but singing before the Throne. Our hearts go out to you especially, Glenda, left behind. Your voices were in total harmony, as were your two lives because you praised the Lord together. Love and sympathy now and in the months ahead. Sincerely, Arnie and Shirl Snoeyink
- Arnie and Shirley Snoeyink
October 10, 2016 7:29am
Dear Glenda, Jerry, and families,
I want to express my deepest sympathy to all of you and yours! Kathy's musical acumen was well known in Iowa and in Grand Rapids area. So thankful to hear of her Christian life and witness. Soon and very soon, we are ALL going to see the King of heaven! Glenda (Little Buttercup), I always fondly remember our singing together at Western! Pat Geels Oostenink (Josie? Can't remember the name of my role in HMS Pinafore!)
- Pat Geels Oostenink
October 09, 2016 11:32am
My sympathies to Glenda and the rest of the family. I worked with Kathy for several years and she was a delight to work with. May you all find peace in knowing she is in the presence of her Heavenly Father.
- Joyce Dykhouse
October 08, 2016 12:28pm
Kathy lived in my building and although I did not know her well, it is such a shock to know that she is gone. My thoughts and prayers are with Kathy's family.
- Penny Olds
October 07, 2016 12:19pm
Kathy was a wonderful woman. I loved working with her at Pine Rest. We talked about music & choirs often. Kathy loved the Lord Jesus with all of her heart. Her Pine Rest family will miss her. God bless. Monica M. Smith.
- Monica M. Smith
October 07, 2016 11:54am
Praying for all of the family, knowing how hard it is to accept the loss of an immediate family member. Kathy is now praising our Lord with my Dave, rejoicing in His presence. May God comfort as only He can. Kathy was a talented, unique and special woman of faith.
- Karen Van Vuren
October 07, 2016 11:05am
I want to send my sympathies to family and friends of Kathy. She was such a kind, wonderful person and will be missed by many. I live in Savannah now but my prayers and thoughts will be with you during this difficult time. May God comfort you. Eileen Taylor
- Eileen Taylor
October 07, 2016 10:51am
Kathy will be missed by all of us who worked with her at Pine Rest. I will also miss the music she played in her office and talking with her about music. I can imagine her singing in the Heavenly choir.
- Sally Verstraete
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