Leverne Bearinger

February 24, 1932 ~
January 5, 2024

*Notice change in date of service* Leverne Jay Bearinger, age 91, of Jenison, passed away peacefully at Faith Hospice Trillium Woods on Friday, January 5, 2024, and went to be with the Lord. He was a truck driver for Spartan Stores for 37 years and was proud to be accident free. Vern’s hobbies included camping, traveling, biking, fishing, and puttering around in his yard. Vern had a special gift of caring for others. Even during his stay at Trillium, he was helping others and befriending them. He was preceded in death by his wife, Sharon; and son, Steve Bearinger. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughters, Laurie (Andy) Pummel, Connie (Larry) Parks; eight grandchildren; eight great-grandchildren; aunts, cousins, nieces, nephews, and many dear friends. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, January 20, 2024, at 2 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Pastor Sarah Juist officiating. The burial will take place at Georgetown Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Parkwood Presbyterian Church or Faith Hospice.

Memorial Visitation: Saturday, January 20 | 1:00pm - 2:00pm

Memorial Visitation
Saturday, January 20
1:00pm - 2:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Memorial Service: Saturday, January 20 | 2:00pm

Memorial Service
Saturday, January 20
2:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 534-8656

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January 20, 2024

Always had a Great time with Vern and Family. Our two families camp together took a two-week trip out west each pulling our own trailer. I remember also being home on leave from the military and going snowmobiling with Vern my Dad Steve and I. A lot of great Memories.

- Daniel Matthysse

January 12, 2024

Even though I have known my Uncle Vern my whole life-I really feel like we grew closer these last few years. When Jim and I would visit he would always share stories about his family-whom he loved dearly. He had a great memory, and reminded me of things from my childhood that I had long forgotten. I know you both have many, many special memories of both your mom and dad. Focus on those, and the love you shared-and that will bring you peace. Our thoughts and prayers are with you! Love, Jim and Kathy Black

- Kathy Black

January 08, 2024

Vern will always hold a special place in my heart. During my dad's (Gary) stay, Vern befriended him, and, as a result I feel that we had more time with my dad because he got my dad to get out of bed and into a wheelchair. Although he was only a part of our lives for a short time, the impact he made was huge. See you at the Resurrection, Vern!

- Eric Wermuth