Nellie Joan Boerema

Boerema, Nellie Joan Nellie Joan (Venlet) Boerema, age 70, of Grandville, was greeted in heaven by her parents, Stuart and Joan (Van Mourik) Venlet; 2 brothers, a sister-in-law and 2 brother-in-laws.  Nellie now stands with her Lord singing praises in the “heavenly choir” while in the arms of the savior who sustained her during her lifetime and 8 years of cancer.  I Peter 5:10  Her family was unquestionably one of her dearest joys.  She treasured being “Grams” to her grandchildren and “Oma” to her precious great grandchildren.  Nellie passed on her faith, joy, wisdom as well as her love for life to her family and others.  She cultivated many special friendships through her life, who were all part of her many adventures, shared experiences and spiritual growth.  They were alongside of her to provide constant support, care, laughs and prayer.  Nellie was so appreciative of their continued meals, thoughtfulness, companionship, and shared love of her Lord.  She will be dearly missed by her husband of 51 Years, Thomas; sons, Todd and Kelly Boerema and their children, Tara and Jared (Elyssa, Kailyn), Terrie and Gavin (Temparence, Raydin); Tim and Kelli Boerema and their children, Aaron, Shelby and Hannah; Tory and Teresa Boerema and their children, Christopher, Johnathan, Trisha, Jacob; Toby and Dawn Boerema and their children, Mickayla, Spencer; brothers, Henry (her twin), Larry Venlet; sisters-in-law, Mary Venlet, Bonnie Boerema; brothers-in-law, Ron and Barb, Chas and Janet, Dwight and Mary Jo Boerema; many nieces and nephews.  According to her wishes cremation has taken place.  A memorial service will be held on Wednesday 11am at Georgetown Bible Church (4114 Baldwin St., Hudsonville) with a time of fellowship to follow, with Pastor Dick Mc Intyre and Pastor Kent Walters officiating.  Interment Fort Custer National Cemetery.  The family would like to give a special thanks to Dr. Kevin Brader and his team, Michelle, Yolonda and Christin of Lack’s Cancer Center.  In lieu of flowers, those who wish to make memorial contributions are asked to consider the needs of the family.