Lee Roy Boorsma

Lee Roy Boorsma, age 76, of Cutlerville, was peacefully called to his heavenly home surrounded by his loving family on Tuesday, March 26, 2019. He is now reunited with his parents, Henry and Helen Boorsma, who preceded him. Lee was a loving and kind brother, uncle and friend who had a zest for life. His Christ-like example and his strong faith in Jesus were evident to all who knew him. Even in spite of his challenges in life, he lived life to the fullest. Lee was blessed with the gift of conversation and positivity. Whenever he would greet you and smile, a friendly handshake would always be given. He was an avid Detroit Tigers fan, always cheering on his boys of summer. Lee will be lovingly remembered by his siblings, Diane Lucar-Ellens and Steve Ellens, Dale and Phyllis Boorsma, Joyce Cole; his nieces and nephews, Alexandra Lucar, Melissa Lucar, Jeremiah Boorsma, Rebecca Boorsma, Stephanie Hanley, Jordan and Jen Cole, Matthew and Marissa Cole, Jesse Cole, and Shea Cole; several great nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Friday, March 29, 2019, at Kentwood Community Chapel (Door I, Prayer Chapel/Library entrance), 1200 60th Street SE, Kentwood, with Pastor Kathy Resler-Chambliss officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday, March 28, from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Drive SW and Friday at the church, one hour prior to the service. Because of the wonderful summers he spent at CranHill Ranch, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to CranHill Ranch.