Roger DeRidder, aged 82 of Kentwood, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, April 27, 2016. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Cindy White and all of his brothers and sisters. He will be remembered by his wife of 60 years, Ellen DeRidder; children, Kim (Mike) Polise, Mary (Doug) Alderink, Craig DeRidder; son-in-law, Ron (Pam) White; grandchildren Jamie Herman, Becky (Marvin) Worden, Steven White, Kevin (Dana) Herman, Brett White, Erica (Kyle) Holstege, Megan Alderink; four great-grandsons; sisters-in-law, Pat DeRidder, Annette DeRidder, Aileen Nichols; many nieces and nephews. He was deeply loved and will be missed by his family and friends. Funeral services for Roger will be held at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Wyoming), 4031 Clyde Park SW Friday at 10:30 am with Pastor Mark Bergsma officiating. Interment in Rest Lawn Memorial Park. Members of the family will receive relatives and friends at the Wyoming Chapel Thursday 5-8 pm and Friday from 9:30-10:30 am. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to the Parkinson’s Foundation or Faith Hospice at Trillium Woods.

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April 28, 2016 3:31pm
To mom and family,I am so sorry for the loss of Dad, Please take comfort that his pain and suffering are gone and that he is at peace in heaven.It is my wish that you find comfort in each other during these days of sorrow. I miss you all very much,Love to all of you, Garald and Dawn Herman

- GARALD & DAWN HERMAN

April 28, 2016 12:34pm
Ellen and Family: Uncle Roger will be long remembered for his kindness and his very quick wit that enlighten many to laugh at the moment. He is now free once again to venture off with his family members to share bigger adventures with love ones now welcoming his returned. - Dennis and Peg

- Dennis De Ridder

April 28, 2016 8:09am
Craig & Family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Know that we have you and your family in our prayers.

- Todd, Amanda , Sam and Alice Billin

April 28, 2016 8:00am
To my second family - My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I'm sure he is glad to be with Cindy again. Love you! Lori

- Lori Mueller Kadwell

April 28, 2016 7:51am
Dear Ellen & Family: Our love, thoughts, hugs and prayers are with you at this bittersweet time. Know Roger suffered much in this life, but is safely in the arms of Jesus. May our Lord comfort you and give you His peace at this time. <3

- Don & Judy White




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