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Remembering Lois Gort

Lois Mae Gort, age 95, of Wyoming, MI went to be with her Lord and Savior, surrounded by her loving family on Saturday, January 13, 2024. She was preceded in death by her husband of 67 years, Henry; parents, Casey and Jenny Quist; son-in-law, Hank Prins; sister and brother-in-law, Mary (Art) Niemeyer; and brother-in-law and sister-in-law, Ed (Marilyn) Gort. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Luanne and Jim Mellema, Dave and Dianne Gort, Sheri and Jeff Pulver; nine grandchildren, Rachelle (Rob) Koetje, Ryan Mellema, Mike (Holly) Gort, Kevin (Tracey) Gort, Jodie (Jeremy) Kramer, Jason (Holly) Gort, Henry (Nicole) Prins, Jonathan (Shelby) Prins, and Ben (Jennifer) Prins; 21 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Maxine Bell; special friend, Arnie Huizenga; and several nieces and nephews. Lois was a faithful servant of the Lord and a Godly example of selflessness, humility, and grace. She cared deeply for everyone in her life and was a great role model for all to follow. She cherished her time at Sunset Senior Communities where she had many friends and became an active “social leader” there, including organizing the weekly Saturday night card game. She always encouraged faith and wanted everyone to know Jesus. Lois was an active member of Lee Street Christian Reformed Church in Wyoming, MI for 63 years. Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Friday, January 19, 2024 at Lee Street Christian Reformed Church, 1261 Lee St. SW, Wyoming with Pastor Kent Rottman officiating. Burial will take place at Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may visit with the family Thursday, January 18 from 5-8 pm at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Potter’s House or Lee Street Christian Reformed Church.

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Friday, January 19 · 11:00am

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Lee St. Church

1261 Lee St.
Wyoming, MI 49509

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Our love, sympathy and prayers to you all in the passing of your mother, mentor and friend. She was the most lovely woman, a gentle spirit and loving soul. She will be missed. Praise be to God for her home coming. We regret that we could not be in attendance as we are out of state for the winter.

— Mike and Paula Gort

Luanne, Dave, and Sheri, What a blessing for you to have had your mom with you for all these years, and what a blessing for your mom to be with her Lord and Savior after a 95 year journey on this earth. Both your mom and dad belong to our happy memories of our years at Lee Street CRC. May you know the peace of Christ in the midst of your loss.

— Jim & Sharon Herrema

Marilou and I send our sympathy to the family. My only connection to the children was with David and Diane. We only learned of Lois's death on Friday, and we will not be able to make the funeral. Lois and Henry were my cousins. Because of age differences I always thought of them as aunt and uncle. We will keep you in our prayers.

— James Reiffer

Lois was the wife of my cousin and I’ve always loved her for her servant heart, and love for her family. She was a faithful child of God and it showed in all she said and did. Hugs, love, and prayers for each family member, just reflect on beautiful memories that you’ll treasure in your hearts.

— Joanne Geurink

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