Paul DeBoode, age 68, of Jenison, was called home to be with the Lord on Monday, October 22, 2018. He retired as a truck driver for J.A. Besteman after 35 years. He was preceded in death by his granddaughter, Riley Marie DeBoode; parents, Paul and Agnes DeBoode; sisters, Jo Stuive, Ellen DeBoode; brother, John DeBoode; and parents-in-law, Bob and Elaine Hartman. He is survived by his wife of 47 years, Sue (Hartman) DeBoode; children and grandchildren, Eric and Joslyn DeBoode (Weston, Brooks, Nash), Kate and Kenny Nawrocki; brothers and sisters, Bill and Phyllis DeBoode, Wilma Quist, Marge Kosters, Ade and Bonnie DeBoode, Rachel and Randy Van Dyke; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Linda DeBoode, Alys and Tim Thompson, Janise Dolce, Robert Hartman; and numerous nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, October 26, 2018 at 11 a.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Pastor Harvey Heneveld officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Thursday from 2-4 and 6-8 p.m. at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Jenison High School Athletic Boosters.
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October 25, 2018 4:12pm
Sue and family, sorry for your loss. I have many fond memories of Paul and our high school days in football basketball and track. He was great athlete and a great guy. He also made a beautiful plaque for our son when he was in basketball.
- Tom and Barb Clausen
October 25, 2018 11:01am
Condolences to your whole family. We met Paul when my son played baseball for Jenison. He always took great pictures of the players and game action. His collages are still in our living room, so he won't be forgotten by us. Really talented, generous, and nice guy, who we were glad to get to know.
- Barry Southwood
October 25, 2018 8:17am
Dear Sue,
It's never easy losing a loved one. By, the grace of our loving Lord, I will pray that he will comfort and guide you and your family in these difficult times..
Deepest Sympathies,
Diane Jackiewicz Belanger
- Diane Belanger
October 24, 2018 7:54am
My sincere sympathy to Sue and the rest of the family on the passing of Paul. We have many of his photos to remember pleasantly. May he rest in peace and rise in glory.
- John M. Norden
October 24, 2018 7:11am
Sue & family: My mom & I will be keeping you & your family in our thoughts & prayers through this difficult time. He is now free from pain & has joined those that went before him.
Mary Bishop (N. Ft. Myers, Fl)
- Mary Bishop
October 24, 2018 4:01am
I’m so sad to hear of this Aunt Sue! We love Uncle Paul very much. Growing up you two were like my cool older siblings...I still remember you getting ready for prom. I loved seeing Uncle Paul’s creativity with photography and and his sense of humor. We’re holding you all in our hearts in Kentucky
- Lauran And David Hardin
October 24, 2018 3:39am
Sue and family we are so very sorry for your loss may God give you all peace and comfort in this time of loss. Paul was a very good neighbor and would always come over if I was working on the car or anything and lend a hand I will miss our conversations in the yard. He was a good man always friendly and a good husband and father and Grandfather he will be missed and is now in God's loving arms with seeing family who have already made the journey. We are here for you I hope you know that. Together we will all get through this sad time of loss our love is with you and your family. Erik and Lisa Anderson
- Erik and Lisa Anderson
October 23, 2018 8:03pm
We knew Paul while at Rosewood Reformed church. He was a talented photographer and all around nice guy. We always enjoyed talking to him. So sorry for this loss to your family.
- Wayne Kooistra
October 23, 2018 5:58pm
Sue, you are in my prayers. Paul was a very nice, friendly, helpful man. We appreciated his photo willingness at church while we were at Rosewood. And he gave his sports (music, play etc) proofs to many people who went to other places to get copies made. Generous. He was a quiet man who did much for others behind the scenes. Our Christian sympathy to you , Eric and Kate. God bless and keep you. Connie VK
- Connie VanderKlok
October 23, 2018 4:34pm
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
- Ken/Lois Essenburg
October 23, 2018 4:16pm
Paul was a great guy. He took many of our family photos, including pictures of my own kids. While I was yearbook adviser, I appreciated Paul allowing the Jenison yearbook staff to use many of his sports photos. On behalf of the Vander Klok family, my condolences to all of Paul's loved ones.
- Rich E. Vander Klok
October 23, 2018 3:29pm
Sue, I am so saddened to hear of Paul's passing. I always appreciated his help with the amazing job he did with the JHS Theatre pictures over the year. Paul was always willing to be at any rehearsal or show production whenever I asked him taking pictures and interacting with the kids. He was an integral part of our program. I am sorry I will be out of town for his service. Sue, please know I have always appreciated and admired Paul and you. Love and prayers to you and your family! ~ Sandi
- Sandi Demkovich
October 23, 2018 3:22pm
Dear Aunt Sue and family:
Our hearts are broken for all of you! We miss Uncle Paul already but know that he was greeted by all our loved ones and he's holding Anna in his arms once again as he did 18 years ago when he took our pictures back by the Rogue River before Anna returned to heaven. May the grace and peace of our Lord guide and comfort you, and may that grace and the passage of time help to soften the sharp edges of your grief. With all our love--
Kathleen, John, Liza, Jacob, and Clara
- Kathleen A. Feeney
October 23, 2018 3:18pm
A greater “brother” we couldn’t have asked for. Made our lives fuller by just being himself. He will Always be in our hearts and will leave a empty space in our lives. ❤️
- Tim and Alys Thompson
October 23, 2018 2:53pm
So sorry for your loss. Paul was one of the good guys.
- Gary J Lipscomb
