Patti Verburg

July 23, 1952 ~
March 20, 2024

Patti Verburg, age 71, of Grand Rapids, passed away on Wednesday, March 20, 2024. Patti was an avid reader and loved crafting, such as sewing, knitting, and crocheting. She was an avid gamer, loved PR (Patti-rated) movies, Disney and Cher. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family, friends, and her Boston Terriers.

She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 53 years, Mark; children: David and Sherie Verburg, Steven and Melissa Verburg, Jamie and Delbert “JR” LaFontsee; grandchildren: Alexandra (Patrick) Smith, Joshua (Taylor) Verburg, Zackery Verburg, Emilee Verburg, Christian Verburg, Elijah Verburg, Makayla Verburg, Julian LaFontsee, Sarah LaFontsee, Madison LaFontsee; great grandchildren: Wesley, Luna, Vaughn, and one on the way; brother-in-law and sister-in-law: Peter and Mary Verburg, Marie and Mike Mondry; many nieces and nephews; canine babies, Buster and Cooper.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Jack and Frances “Pat” Proos; brother, James “Jimmy” Proos.

Funeral services will be held 12 noon on Sunday, March 24, 2024 at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood. Entombment will take place at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens. Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 10 am -12 pm at the funeral home.

Visitation: Sunday, March 24 | 10:00am - 12:00pm

Visitation
Sunday, March 24
10:00am - 12:00pm

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
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Phone: (616) 455-1535

Funeral Service: Sunday, March 24 | 12:00pm

Funeral Service
Sunday, March 24
12:00pm

MKD - Kentwood
4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE
Kentwood, MI 49508
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 455-1535

Leave Your Tribute Message

March 25, 2024

My condolences to the Verburg family. My family and I were friends with Patti and her parents for my entire life as our dads (Jack Proos and Lee Owens) served in Korea together. We’d get together 4 or 5 times a year for as long as I can remember when we were young. We always had a great time whether it was in Grand Rapids or in Plymouth where we lived. Please know in my heart that i am praying for you and your family during these difficult times. Know god is comforting you and your family through my prayers.

- Tim Owens

March 22, 2024

Our neighborhood dimmed with the passing of our beloved Patti. She was the best neighbor – kind, caring, and always willing to lend a hand. We will forever cherish memories of her warm hospitality, wonderful baked goods, and radiant smile that could brighten anyone’s day. Though we grieve her loss deeply, we celebrate the lasting impact Patti made through her boundless generosity and compassion. She will be dearly missed. With Love and Fond Memories, Jim and Robbi

- Jim Pellerito

March 21, 2024

My mommy, my everything. It’s been 2581 minutes since you left me….every second has destroyed me. You would be so happy to hear all the good stories and memories that people are sharing. I know your right here with me, beside me, I just wish we could chat together about everything. I don’t know how to do this without you. I love you more than you will ever know. Say hi to grandma for me, I hope you and uncle Jim are enjoying being together again. Xo

- Jamie laFontsee

March 21, 2024

So glad we got to be friends and that u guys were such great neighbors of Robert and Jim’s . We so loved it when you came over an chatted with us when i was there . Will miss the smoke sticks . And the chats RIP

- Debbie Obney

March 21, 2024

Mark and Family, I am so sorry and want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. After 30 plus years Patti and I were able to reconnect. That was about a month ago. I am so grateful for that. Know thar she was loved as all .of you. You all made such a HUGE impact in our lives. Love Love Love

- Barb and Geoff Timmer

March 21, 2024

Words can not express how much joy my mother brought into my life and the lives of those who knew her. She gave us a safe home to grow up in with lots of love. If will be forever grateful to have had her in my life.

- Steven Verburg

March 21, 2024

My best friend who always had baked potatoes in the oven waiting for me and apple pies just when I needed them. I will never forget how much you meant to me and all the time we spent together. Some people only get one mom, I got two. I hope wherever you are theres a beach, plenty of dogs, somewhere you can put your feet up, all you can drink diet coke and sweet tea forever.

- Sarah LaFontsee

March 21, 2024

- Sarah LaFontsee

March 21, 2024

To not just my mother in law but my mom period. Thanks for filling my void when my parents passed away and accepting me as one of your own. I will cherish ever memory and promise to continue to honor, protect and take care of your daughter, dad and of course, your grand children. I love you and heaven is lucky to have you! Love, Your "Son in law" 😊

- J.R. LaFontsee

March 21, 2024

My condolences to the whole Verburg family. Patti has been a part of my ever since my brother in-law became part of my family. May all of hold onto the special memories that you have of and with Patti. Just know she will be watching over you.

- Annette Weber