Obituary

Remembering Tyler James VanderWest

Tyler VanderWest, age 18, of Grandville, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, November 27, 2016 and is now with his Lord and Savior. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents Jim and Wendy VanderWest; brothers Sam, and Zac VanderWest; girlfriend Mackenzie Brower; grandparents Mel and Connie VanderWest; Mike and Mary Meines; uncle Jason VanderWest; uncle and aunt Brian and Karen Meines; cousins Cole VanderWest, Caden, Allia, Ethan, Chloe Meines; and lots of special friends. Tyler was a 2016 Grandville High School and Kent Career Technical Center graduate. Ty was an avid outdoorsman and football fan. Funeral services will be held on Thursday 4:00 pm at Resurrection Life Church (5100 Ivanrest Ave. SW, Grandville), with Pastor Daniel VanderKlok officiating.  Interment Grandville Cemetery on Friday at 10 am.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 1-3:45 pm at Resurrection Life Church, please enter through Door E. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to The Jason Kinzler Family First Foundation.

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December 01, 2016 11:42am

Jim & Wendy, Time has flown by since Sheryl occasionally babysat Tyler! We made it to the church today, but were a little too late to visit with you. You're probably tired of hearing that Tyler's in a much better place (he is!)--you just want him back. You are much in our thoughts and prayers both now and the time ahead. Hugs from us! Dan & Sheryl

— Dan & Sheryl Flack

December 01, 2016 10:34am

Wendy and Jim my heart is breaking for you over the sudden loss of Tyler. I do know what you are going through, God is right along with you and WILL get you though this. I pray that you feel God's love and his arms embracing you at this time. Let the Good memories pull you through❤

— Sherri Fitzwater

December 01, 2016 9:48am

VanderWest family, Let all the memories fill your heart ❤ and lead you through....Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Hollamon's

— The Hollamon's

December 01, 2016 5:56am

Wendy and family, Our family is keeping your family in our thoughts and prayers. May God bless you and comfort you always.

— William, Karlie, Ethan, Xavier, and Kiana

December 01, 2016 3:49am

Words cannot express how deeply sorry we are for the tragic loss of Tyler. We are praying that God is near to you and gives you all that you need in each moment as you walk through this terrible grief. Deepest sympathies,

— Justin & Laura Roebuck

November 30, 2016 10:29am

Jim, Wendy and boys, Our deepest condolences to you and your family. You all are in our prayers in this very difficult time.

— Havit Supplies inc.

November 30, 2016 7:12am

VanderWests...my thoughts are with you. I am sorry for your loss. There are no words.

— Wendy LaMothe

November 29, 2016 5:30pm

Jim, Wendy, Sam & Zac, Our hearts are breaking for your family - may Tyler's memories help give you strength and comfort during this difficult time. You are all in our Thoughts & Prayers Love to you all, Bill, Trisha, Mason, Allan & Alana Priest

— The Priest Family

November 29, 2016 5:07pm

Wendy and Family, Thinking and praying for your family in this difficult time. So sorry for your loss.

— Deb Rodriguez

November 29, 2016 2:42pm

i am so sorry I can't be there to give you a hug in person. But, be assured of my sympathy, love and prayers. Marge

— Marjorie Maas

November 29, 2016 9:17am

Wendy & Family, You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sending love and hugs to you all!!

— Jessica Haslacker

November 29, 2016 4:06am

Wendy & family I have no words...my heart aches for you. Praying for comfort and strength for your family. Jodi Durham

— Jodi Durham

November 29, 2016 3:37am

JIm, Wendy, Sam,Zac, Our prayers are with you! So sorry for you loss. Take comfort in knowing you will one day see him again!! Hugs Duzan Family

— Amy Jo Duzan

November 29, 2016 3:00am

Jim and Wendy and family, please know that we are praying for you constantly and you are always in our thoughts. I ask that God holds you in His arms and helps you through this.

— Scott, Anne Johnson and the girls

November 29, 2016 2:19am

Wendy and Jim My heart goes out to you and your family. My prayers to everyone whom Tyler has touched.

— Andrea Whitsell

November 28, 2016 6:58pm

Although I didn't know Tyler personally, my son Jake looked up to him and admired him. He has been telling me stories of how great of a friend he was to everyone, even the underclassmen. Our prayers for comfort and healing in the months to come. With our sympathy,

— Kaye Newberry, Jake and family

November 28, 2016 6:04pm

Jim & Wendy, I am so sorry for the loss of Tyler. May you let God put his loving arms around you and give you comfort and peace. My prayers are with you.

— thedis de witt

November 28, 2016 5:47pm

I am so sorry for your great loss. What a beautiful young man. I know the pain you are experiencing having lost my 18 year old son also. You and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers day and night, so so sorry.

— Theresa Naraghi

November 28, 2016 5:26pm

So very sorry to hear of this loss to our community and especially to your family. We will pray to God for his continued presence in your lives as he gives you strength to say goodbye to your son's earthly body and accept the passing of his soul into his Lord's arms. We are all here for you and your family as you have always been there for our families! David and Sheena DeVries and Hunter Boe

— Sheena DeVries

November 28, 2016 4:08pm

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Scott & Karri Worden

— Karri Worden

November 28, 2016 4:03pm

Praying for your family during this difficult time.

— Lee and Mandi VandenBerg

November 28, 2016 3:49pm

Your prays and thoughts go out to you and your family

— Jason and Angie Conklin

November 28, 2016 3:20pm

Wendy and family, My thoughts and prayers are with you as you say goodbye to your son. My heart aches for you. God bless you

— Laurie Dragicevich

November 28, 2016 3:19pm

My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

— Kellie Hein (now Hermann)

November 28, 2016 3:16pm

Mike and Mary Our prayers are with you and all of Tyler's family. So sorry for your loss.

— Tom & Ila Wilson

November 28, 2016 3:07pm

Jim, Wendy & family- You are in my prayers during this tragic, difficult time. Kari Kempema

— Kari Kempema

November 28, 2016 2:50pm

Thank you for a hell of a childhood growing up two houses down rest easy buddy rest easy

— Haden Horvath

November 28, 2016 2:10pm

Wendy and Family, So sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers.

— Cindy Visser, Montanna Eddy

November 28, 2016 1:43pm

So sorry for your loss, I hope that you and your family will find comfort in the loving memories that were shared with Tyler and also in the comfort given at Acts 24:15 which tell us of the resurrection hope to look forward to. May Jehovah God and his son Jesus Christ give your family comfort during this sad time.

— Donna

November 28, 2016 1:13pm

We send you our love and heartfelt prayers for comfort and strength.

— Christine Haight

November 28, 2016 12:57pm

Jim and Wendy, So sorry for your loss. We are praying for your whole family. Ken, Beth and the girls.

— The DeHart's

November 28, 2016 12:48pm

Jim, Wendy, Sam and Zac- You have been on our minds and in our prayers since we heard the news. We are so sorry for your loss.

— The Gullett Family

November 28, 2016 12:22pm

Wendy & Family, So sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Michelle King

— Michelle King

November 28, 2016 12:02pm

We are so sorry for your loss. Tylers smile is now lighting up Heaven. He will be greatly missed by our family especially Logan. Our prayers are for healing hearts for all. God bless. Roberto, Lori, and Logan

— Roberto & Lori Mendez and Logan Maas

November 28, 2016 11:50am

We are thinking of you! So very sorry for your loss. You are in our prayers. Love, Roger, Shari, Evan & Kyle

— Shari Shirley

November 28, 2016 11:49am

Jim & Wendy, So sorry for your loss! Thoughts and Prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time. Doug and Tracy Warners and Family

— Doug & Tracy Warners

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