Virginia Mae Talsma, age 93, of Grandville, formerly of Bradenton, FL, was peacefully taken home by her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 3, 2020.  She was preceded in death by her husband, Carl; daughter, Sally; grandson, Robert VanTil, Jr.; brother and sister-in-law, Edwin and Donna Houwerzyl; brother-in-law, Russell Karel.  Virginia will be lovingly remembered by her children, Robert Carl and Rhonda Talsma, Judith Lynn and Robert VanTil, Janet Louise and David Beuker, Mary Jo and Randy Meade, Linda Sue and William Holton; 16 grandchildren; many great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; sister, Betty Karel; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Don Talsma, Nancy Talsma, Merle and Diane Talsma, Marie Meyer; many nieces and nephews.  A private graveside service was held at Rosedale Memorial Park.   Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Grand Rapids First Church.

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May 09, 2020 4:58am
Linda, we are so sorry for your loss, our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.

- Brad and Gretchen Decot

May 06, 2020 2:32pm
Virginia’s open heart, open door, and open arms touched my life in a beautiful way. Her gift of hospitality was a blessing to so many! She will be greatly missed!

- Mari Beth Gleason

May 06, 2020 8:16am
Virginia left a great legacy to her family and friends. Her strong faith and heartfelt concern for others is what I’ll remember the most.

- Kari M. Smith

May 06, 2020 7:32am
many memories .Rest in peace.

- donald talsma

May 05, 2020 11:08am
Bob, Judy, Janet, Mary and Linda, we are so sorry for your loss. One could not have asked for a better aunt than your mom. Our thoughts and prayers are with you as you get though the next few days.

- Terry and KellyMichelle Houwerzyl

May 05, 2020 9:20am
Sorry to hear of the passing of your mother. Prayers to you and your family.

- Todd DeHaven

May 05, 2020 8:07am
To your entire family, you are all in our thoughts and prayers. Virginia was a kind, gracious and great lady, but all of you know that. We have found memories with her. Many Hugs and Much Love to all of you, Uncle Mearl and Aunt Diane

- Mearl and Diane Talsma

May 05, 2020 7:40am
Judy and Bob, So sorry for your loss. Thoughts and Prayers Carol Roelofs

- Carol Roelofs

May 04, 2020 4:20pm
I have very fond memories that go back from my childhood for we were neighbors. Rest In Peace until we meet again❤

- Jan Binns

May 04, 2020 2:43pm
I have many good memories of visiting her and Carl. Rest In Peace.

- Dori Beuker

May 04, 2020 1:14pm
She was a lovely lady. I have good memories of her as I grew up. Rest in peace...

- Linda Baareman




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