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Remembering Sally Kay Kuipers

Sally Kuipers, age 72, of Wyoming, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, September 29, 2026. Sally loved gardening, spending time with family and friends and was extremely proud of her long career at Davenport University in their telecommunications department.

She was preceded in death by her parents, Max Sr. and Dorothy Barber; grandson, Jack Kuipers; brother; Max Barber Jr.; and her sister-in-law, Carole Barber.

She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Keith and Tricia Kuipers, Gary Kuipers; grandchildren, Cole Kuipers, Hailey Kuipers, Shaelyn Kuipers; brothers, Larry Barber, Bob Barber; sister-in-law, Donna Barber McCann; and many nieces and nephews.

The family would like to thank the caregivers at Rivertown Ridge and Emmanuel Hospice for their tender love and care for Sally these past few years.

Funeral services will be held at 11 am on Monday, October 12, 2026 at MKD Funeral Home, 4646 Kalamazoo Ave. SE, Kentwood.  Burial will be held at Blain Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family on Monday from 9-11 am at the funeral home prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Emmanuel Hospice or Helen DeVos Children’s Hospital (in honor of her grandson, Jack).

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October 08, 2026 12:15pm

Sally was a friend of mine since we were young kids. Her parents and mine were great friends. She was in my wedding which we are about to celebrate 50 years! Prayers for the family Diane Zinger Leichty

— Diane Leichty

October 05, 2026 8:07am

I didn't work with Sally on a daily basis while she was with Davenport College years ago, but every encounter I did have with her was memorable and always with a smile. You will be missed Sally!

— David Kauffman

October 04, 2026 6:44am

I worked with Sally for a number of years at Davenport. She was always quick with a smile, and a great coworker! I was sad to hear of her passing, but happy to have known her and worked together! She will be missed by many, including those of us who had the pleasure of working with her over the years.

— Brian Miller

October 03, 2026 7:11pm

Sally was a very special person in my life for over 50 yrs! What memories we made, sharing our lives. Whether it was in Michigan or Iowa always a wonderful time. And my memories being with her in Florida 10 days will forever be in my heart. She loved her Lord so much which showed. Keith , thank you for keeping me in the loop . She loved you and your family so much! There will always be a hole in my heart for my dear friend!

— Bert Van Sant

October 03, 2026 12:33pm

Words cannot express how precious Sal was to me. We met my first year of college and never missed an opportunity for a laugh, a cry or just enjoying the sun and time together. I watched her boys grow into handsome young men, marry and raise families. She and her parents gave me one of my most cherished gifts. A Study Bible with written words of wisdom and encouragement. Always showing the Love of Jesus. Sal was my Maid of Honor and boy, I should have known that there would be surprises around every corner. My Honeymoon luggage was not as I had packed it. 😜. A surprise 30th birthday party, where Sal and Lee dressed as they did for a hobo dinner and attended our birthday party , only to need gas and lots of looks. I wouldn’t change one Saturday afternoon lunch at Russ’ ,with Mom Barber and the Aunts, getting after Sal for swallowing her bubble gum, and then listening to WCSG while soaking up the sun. Her Friendship was Priceless and Precious . Sal, I will miss Always and Forever. Forever in my Heart 💕 You are now singing in the Greatest Choir and enjoying every Heavenly concert. Love You Always, ToeJam 🥰

— Tammy Lilge-Sandoval

October 02, 2026 8:32pm

I remember Sally at the little church in Marion when we were kids and her dad was the pastor in the early 60s and she always attended the funerals for the zinger family such a nice lady Sally will always be remembered

— Jack Zinger

October 02, 2026 7:14pm

I always enjoyed visiting with Sally at family gatherings. She was a very nice person. She loved her job and her friends and her family. She would tell me how much she appreciated how well her wonderful son Keith took care of her in her time of need. She loved him very much!

— Cindy Lewis

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