Obituary

Remembering Michael Jay Mellema

Michael Jay Mellema, age 64, of Jenison, was peacefully led to his eternal home with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, June 7, 2017.  He was preceded in death by his father, Andrew Mellema; and nephew, J.J. Mellema.  He will be greatly missed and lovingly remembered by his mother, Lucille Mellema; brothers and sisters, Jim and Luanne Mellema, Jan and Pete Van Strien, Linda and Dave Eastway, Rick and Joanne Mellema, Jack and Jackie Mellema, Roger and Sue Mellema, Marsha and Tim Brookens; and many nieces, nephews and many great nieces and great nephews.  Mike’s peace, contentment and love for his Lord and Savior was a shining example for all who knew and loved him. Mike was a proud employee of the Jenison Meijer where he retired after 17 years of working in the bottle return department. Funeral services will be held 11:00 am  Saturday, June 10, 2017 at Lee Street Christian Reformed Church,1261 Lee St. SW, Wyoming with Rev. Kent Rottman officiating.  Interment Rosedale Memorial Park.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 5-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW and 10-11 am Saturday at the church.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to a memorial of one’s choice.

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Dear Lucille and family, Wonderful memories of all of you when we were members together of Bethel Church. Mike was always friendly, and ready to talk to us. He was interested in many things and you were a wonderful family for Mike. Our sympathy to all of you. Sincerely Arnie and Shirley Snoeyink

— Arnie and Shirley Snoeyink

I am sorry for your loss. I have fond memories of Mike as a classmate at Lee High School, as well as many of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of sorrow.

— Jeanne Kapenga, M.D.

Dear Jim and Luanne, Rog and Sue, and the Mellema family: Our sympathies and prayers go out to each of you as you mourn the death of Mike. We pray that God will give each of you comfort and peace. I remember Mike fondly from our time when we lived on Blandford Street. Love and prayers to all of you.

— Jim and Connie Bolt

Linda, my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time in the loss of your precious brother. Please know that I will be praying that our heavenly Father eases the pain and heals the ache in your hearts. HUGS

— Lou Ann Post

Marsha: I am so sorry for your loss. You all are in my thoughts and prayers.

— Robin Layman

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