Michael Arends

April 3, 1944 ~
January 22, 2022

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Michael J. Arends, age 77, of Allendale, passed away peacefully on Saturday, January 22, 2022. He was preceded in death by his brother, William Arends; sisters, Anna Mae Woodard, and Mary Jane Pearcy. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Carol Arends; children, Brian and Carol Arends, Michelle DeLynne Arends, Angela and Ken Wise; 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren; brothers, Donald and Pamela Arends, Steven and Katherine Arends, Daniel and Lynne Arends; sister-in-law, Nancy Arends; brothers-in-law, Howard Woodard, and Timothy Pearcy; many nieces and nephews. Michael was a good and faithful servant. A memorial service will be held at noon on Friday, January 28, 2022, at Spring Valley Church, 5947 Lake Michigan Dr., Allendale, with Rev. Rob Wondergem and Rev. Randy Weiner officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday, January 27, from 6-8 p.m. at the church and Friday from 11-11:45 a.m. at the church prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Hand2Hand at Spring Valley Church.

Memorial Visitation
Thursday, January 27
6:00pm - 8:00pm

Spring Valley Church
5947 Lake Michigan Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
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Memorial Visitation
Friday, January 28
11:00am - 11:45am

Spring Valley Church
5947 Lake Michigan Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
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Memorial Service
Friday, January 28
12:00pm

Spring Valley Church
5947 Lake Michigan Dr.
Allendale, MI 49401
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January 27, 2022 5:44pm
A ready smile and a twinkle in his eye is how I will always remember Mike. Enjoy your eternal reward with all the other angels who have blessed us during their time on earth brother.

- Jeremy Kooyer

January 26, 2022 2:52pm
Carol & Family, condolences on your loss. We remember Mike as always happy & smiling. So sorry to hear of his passing. George & Mickey

- George & Mickey May

January 25, 2022 1:05pm
Mike was so giving and helpful to many. I will sure miss him and our every Wednesday afternoons.God bless his family and friends.

- Marilyn Middleton

January 25, 2022 11:21am
Mike was a true servant for Jesus. He spent many hours volunteering at Love INC, Spring Valley, and helped many people and will be missed by many.

- Sonya Archer

January 25, 2022 9:15am
Mike gave so much to others. When he made a garden spot available to church members he walked my grandson through planting potatoes. He guided 2 of my grandsons through VBS. He provided garden products to church members. Such a wonderful Christian man. My heart goes out to you Carol and the rest of your family as you experience his earthly loss.

- Jeannette Harter




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