Shirley Jean (Laninga) Idema, age 87, of Grand Rapids, journeyed peacefully into the presence of Jesus her Savior on Monday, February 17, 2020.  She was a faithful member of Cottonwood Church. Shirley was preceded in death by her son, Carl Idema Jr.; grandson, Matthew VandeZande; brother, Roger G. Laninga; and a special friend, Edward Start.  She will be lovingly remembered by her sister, Janice and John Gritter; sister-in-law, Karla Laninga; several nieces and nephews. Private services are being held at her church. The burial will take place at Winchester Cemetery.

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March 06, 2020 5:46pm
Rest in peace Shirley! Thank you for all the love and support over the years! So glad that you are in heaven with Carl and Matthew!

- Cheryl Vandezande

February 23, 2020 12:14pm
I remember working with her it was either at the bakery or Gordon food service I don't remember.can u text me back because I remember her from some were.

- Mary Blair




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