Nicholas Alan VanSolkema

April 13, 1979 ~
November 23, 2021

Nicholas “Nick” Alan VanSolkema, age 42, of Grand Rapids, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 23, 2021. Nick will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Al and Marcia VanSolkema; sister, Alana and Scott Palmer; brother, Scott VanSolkema; nephew, Jordan; nieces, Taylor, Hayden, and Avalon; many aunts, uncles, and cousins. Nick loved the game of baseball, especially the Whitecaps, and attending the home opener of the Griffins with his dad and brother. He also enjoyed miniature golf, trips to Northern Michigan, and family vacations. Nick was a great uncle and will be missed by the Palmer kids. He was a valued employee of Schneider Tire and enjoyed his job and seeing his customers. The family would like to thank the ICU staff at Mercy Health for their care of Nick, and the outpouring of love, support, and prayers from friends and family. Nick was deeply loved and our memories of him will be cherished and forever in our hearts. “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith” II Tim. 4:7. A memorial service will be held at 11 am on Saturday, December 4, 2021 at Grace Protestant Reformed Church, 11225 8th Ave, Grand Rapids, 49534 with Prof. Barret Gritters officiating. Burial Rosedale Memorial Park.

Memorial Service
Saturday, December 4
11:00am

Grace Protestant Reformed Church
O-11225 8th Ave. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49534

Leave Your Tribute Message

November 29, 2021 6:37pm
Nick was a great coworker and friend. I called him nephew and he always greeted me as Uncle Jim. My deepest sympathy to his family. He will be truly missed. - Jim Bell

- James Bell

November 27, 2021 9:19pm
What a terrible loss. I am praying for all of you to receive comfort during this difficult time. Much love to you all,

- Stephanie DeLeeuw Hofman

November 26, 2021 5:50pm
So sorry to hear of your loss and can not begin to comprehend what this means. Continued prayers for your family.

- Matt Nichols




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