William “Bill” Smits

William “Bill” Smits, age 86, of Jenison, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, June 5, 2020. Bill was a loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and great-great-grandfather. He loved playing tennis, bowling, and was one of the best partridge hunters. Bill enjoyed serving as a deacon and head usher at his church for many years. He was preceded in death by his brothers-in-law, John Kampstra, and Tom Dracht. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 66 years, Nancy Smits; children, Sally and Roger Meyer, Greg Smits, Pam and Phil Kuyers; 10 grandchildren; 19 great-grandchildren; 2 great-great-grandchildren; sisters and brother, Winona Dracht, Esther Kampstra, Marianne and Norm Shamery, Donna and Bob Mingerink, Nancy and Larry Berry, and Bob Smits; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Larry and Greta Bruursma, Ken and Sandy Brown, and Henry and Lois DeVries; and several nieces and nephews. A private graveside service will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2020, at Georgetown Township Cemetery with Pastor Don Van Slyke officiating.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Baldwin Street Christian Reformed Church - Missions.  

 

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June 11, 2020 3:53pm
Mrs. Smits, I can vouch for Bill’s love of playing tennis! Many years ago, whole evenings were spent on the courts at JHS and while I was no match for Bill in the talent department, we had a riot playing! He was a great player, coach, mentor, etc., and I am grateful to you for loaning him to us so often! Those memories came rushing back when I learned of Bill’s passing and a smile followed! My condolences to you, your family, and friends...as has been written, Bill was “one of the good guys!”

- Robert Schuitema Jr.

June 11, 2020 8:55am
Our sympathy to you and your family. Praying for peace for all of you.

- Tim & Dawn Glashowre

June 11, 2020 5:46am
My cousins - so sorry to learn of Bill's passing. He was a dear, kind man. I know how much he will be missed by all of you. Take good care.

- Beth Van Dyke

June 10, 2020 5:13pm
Bill was one of the good guys! Always enjoyed talking to him. I send my condolences to your family.

- Mark DeVries

June 07, 2020 9:59am
Nancy and family: Our deepest sympathy to you. May God give comfort and peace at this time. Greg & Vicki VanOverloop

- Vicki VanOverloop

June 06, 2020 8:53am
Our Christian Sympathy to your family,

- Sue & Richard Lamberts




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