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VanZanten, Kevin Kevin VanZanten, age 35, of Allendale, went home to be with Jesus on Monday, February 10, 2014 after a courageous battle with cancer. (II Tim. 4:7-8) Kevin was a devoted husband, dad, son, brother and friend. His contagious personality of genuineness and joy was evident to all who knew him. He was kind and selfless, a true friend to all who knew him. Kevin enjoyed many outdoor activities including hunting, ice fishing, and most of all a passion for boats. His strong work ethic and love of boating led him to work for RDV Corporation most recently as a boat captain. He will be deeply missed by his wife, Kristin; their children, Brianna, Claire; parents, Jill and Gary Ferdig, Fred and Lisa Flower; grandmothers, Rena Brand, Vivian Flower; siblings, Dave and Marcie VanZanten, Matt and Kelsey VanZanten, Todd and Heather Ferdig, Karry and Greg Rensberry; sister-in-law and brother-in-law, Emily and Alex Lengacher; 13 nieces and nephews. A celebration of Kevin’s life will be held Saturday 11 am at Ada Bible Church, 8899 Cascade Rd. SE, Ada, with Pastor Kevin Baker officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 6-9 pm and Friday from 6-9 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf (corner of Avery and Scott) 6651 Scott St., Allendale. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Brianna and Claire’s College Fund.
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
We pray for you daily. Chip Wood
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
So sorry for your loss. Kevin was a great person and a true inspiration! I admired his positive outlook and his courage. Take special care, Kristin and girls- Keli Barris
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Thinking of all of you. Love you guys! Jennifer Kampfschulte
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Kevin. His smiling face will be greatly missed at The Boathouse in Harbor Springs. Anne Stephens
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Our deepest sympathies. He is missed. Clyde Peabody and Family
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Thinking and praying for you Kristin and your children. Please accept my sincere condolences for your great loss. May the Holy Spirit give you strength and power especially during this difficult time. Kevin was blessed to have you and he was a blessing to others. I can see joy and delight in his eyes. Josephine Kornev
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Our deepest condolences. The biggest impact of his being gone will of course be for you and the girls, Kristin, but please know that we will miss him and think of him every day. God bless you. Blaine Madejczyk
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Kevin was the best roommate I ever had, the best friend I ever had, and I will always remember our times together. He was a giant of a man with a heart and a personality to match. Kevin made my unbearable job bearable, because I had the honor of hanging out with him at the end of the day. He filled my high school years with laughter and joy, adventures in old muscle cars and jet-skiing on lake michigan. After college he helped me out by splitting rent in my first apartment (and cooking up some amazing food). I know he's in a place of great love and joy where we will someday meet again soon. I'lll never forget him. Jaden DeVogel
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
I am sure that Kevin will sorely be missed by all who knew and loved him. May God's strength, love and wisdom fill your hearts. God loves you. Shirley Bishop
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Our deepest sympathies for your loss Kristin. May the peace that passes all understanding be with you now. We are praying for strength and comfort for you Kristin, and the girls, in the days ahead. Jan Harpe
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
I worked with Kevin, but in a different building. One day we were crossing paths, I hardly knew him, but he bellowed out "whaddup Dee"? As we approached he smiled and followed with "licious". That was years ago, but I was always reminded of that moment when I often asked the same thing of my son Dylan. BTW, I never did it as good as Kevin did. Dennis Fink
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
So sorry to hear this news of Kevin. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Muriel Van Bronkhorst
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March 26, 2015 10:33am
Gary and Jill, We are so terribly sorry to hear about Kevin. He was a wonderful young man who will never be forgotten. You are in our thoughts and prayers. John and Alice Bittner John Bittner
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