Obituary

Remembering Sylvia DeWinter

Sylvia “Sib” DeWinter, age 88, of Jenison, was called home to be with her Lord and Savior after a courageous journey with cancer on Monday, January 8, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband of 63 years, John R. DeWinter. Sylvia was a loving mother, grandmother and great grandmother that cherished her family. She was a strong woman of faith that will leave a legacy for her family and friends to treasure. Over the years, she gave of her time and talents in many ways. She volunteered at Wycliff, St. Mary’s Hospital, and Wedgewood Guild. Sylvia was gifted in making beautiful quilts, actively involved in the quilters guild at Hudsonville Reformed Church. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Jackie Timmer, Jody and Ben Andrus, Jon Michael and Deb DeWinter, Jaime Doornbos; 22 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren; her sister and brother-in-law; along with several other brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; and many nieces, nephews, and cousins. A celebration of Sylvia’s life will be held on Thursday, January 11 at 2 p.m. at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Rev. Don Van Slyke officiating.  Inurnment will be held at Grandville Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 1-2 p.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Emmanuel Hospice.

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Just heard of Sib's passing. You all have our deepest sympathy. I have many great memories from being my 4H leader to all of the relation parties. Sending our love from FL. Doug & Darlene

— Doug & Darlene Oostendorp

On behalf of American House we want to convey our deepest sympathy to you in the loss of your Mother. We want to thank you for the privilege of caring for her at Beechwood Manor. May God bless and comfort you as you grieve.

— Julie Ann Mesman, American House

To the DeWinter Family: Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the passing of Sib. John and Sib were our very good friends. We did many fun things together including traveling on the Amazon River.. Always spent our anniversary together as they were one day apart. We will really miss John and Sib.

— Cliff and Jane Cooke

Our sympathy to the De Winter family as you say your earthly goodbye to a kind and gracious person who was important to so many. May special grace and peace be each of you as you remember and hold her in your hearts forever.

— John and Ann Query

You have are deepest sympathy & prayers on the home going of "Sib".

— Jack & Marlene Hager

De Winter family, We want to express our sympathy in the death of your mother. We will remember the 66 years of friendship. She was our first friend when we met at Trinity CRC in 1952. We give thanks for Syb's faith and we pray that God's grace is sufficient for all at this time of sorrow. Andy & Celie

— Andrew & Cecilia Droge

My deepest condolences on the passing of Sylvia..

— Emily Van Vuren

May the God of all comfort be by your side as you grieve the loss of this wonderful lady! We were blessed to be able to volunteer with "Sib" and John at Wycliffe for many years! What a wonderful example of God's love and generosity. May that gift live on in each one of us.

— Jim and Grace Adrianse

A warm smile, twinkling eyes and a happy heart shared with many! May all your happy memories comfort you. Her love and kindness will continue to shine.

— Neal & Teresa Huedepohl

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