William Peter Visser, age 87, of Jenison, formerly of Wyoming, passed away on Thursday, May 21 into the loving arms of Jesus. He is survived by his wife of 68 years, Yvonne; his children, Pamela and Douglas Stemen, and their children, Steven, Shannon, and Elisabeth and Josh; Pete and Mary Visser and their children, Bill, Rob and Julie, David and Dana, and Leanne and Mike; Tom and Laura Visser and their children, Jane and Mike, Lynn and Ryan, and Dena and Danny; Patti and Tom Diekevers, and their children, Joe and Kristin, Sarah and Matt, Sam and Danielle, Seth and Serafina, Luke, and Levi; 24 great grandchildren and 4 great great grandchildren. He is also survived by his sisters, Lila Alkema, Esther Telman, Marianne and Don Huizenga, his twin sister, Bea Weaver, and his in-laws: Marce Leestma, Mill'e and Ed DeGraaf, Wilbur and Sharon Lettinga, and John and Marge Kuiper, and many nieces and nephews. Bill was predeceased by his parents, Peter and Dena Visser; his in-laws, John and Henrietta Kuiper; his sister, Irene Brill; and his brother-in-laws, Larry Alkema, Bud Brill, Jerry Telman, Marv Weaver; sister-in-law, Judy Lettinga; and dear friends, Bob and Ann Haveman. Bill loved his Lord, serving his church in the positions of elder and deacon. He proudly served his country in the US Navy. He was a loving and devoted husband, father and grandfather. Bill enjoyed traveling with Vonne, spending quality time with his family and attending all of his grandkids' sporting events. Bill was also very active as an umpire in West Michigan at many levels. He was a retiree of Steelcase and was a very talented craftsman. A special thanks from the family to the incredible and caring nursing staff of Spectrum Health Hospice. A memorial service will be held on Saturday 11:00 am at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. with Rev. Kent Rottman officiating. Interment Woodland Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 6-9 pm at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be given to either Spectrum Health Hospice and Palliative Care or Lee Street Christian Reformed Church. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.
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May 27, 2015 7:21am
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family. We hope you will be able to find piece during this time. Thinking of you.
- Brad and Shannon Wurster
May 25, 2015 9:24am
Visser family: Sorry to hear about Bill's passing. Your parents were like a second set of parents to me. There are many fond memories of your dad as an umpire and being at your home in my teenage years. Praying for the peace of God to surround you at this time.
- Dave Dykstra
May 24, 2015 12:11pm
Dear beautiful Vonnie and family,
Your marriage demonstrated to us the gifts of joy, kindness, humor, togetherness that enriched your lives. You and Bill enjoyed life together and it is difficult to realize that he is no longer at your side.
We thank God for good memories of our years as fellow members of Bethel Church .
Sincere sympathy, Arnie and Shirl Snoeyink
- Arnie and Shirley Snoeyink
May 24, 2015 9:26am
So sorry to hear this news, have many memories growing up spending time with your family. May the Lord grant you his peace.
- Dan & Peg Wierenga
May 23, 2015 9:12am
Our thoughts and prayers are with you from Chicago and Dallas. May God grant you peace.
With Love Peter and Ashley
- Peter and Ashley DeGraaf
May 23, 2015 6:14am
Vonnie and Family:
Bill was one of the most kind, friendly and loving persons we have had the honor of knowing.
The Visser family has adopted us as theirs and we are truly blessed in knowing them and being a part of the family.
May God bless you all at this time of great sadness.
Dennis and Jo Ann Pastor
- Dennis and Jo Ann Pastor
May 22, 2015 1:32pm
Pamela and Doug, our thoughts and prayers are with you, Yvonne, and all of your family. May you find peace and comfort in God's love during this difficult time.
- Joe and Toni Thompson
May 22, 2015 10:51am
Thinking of you all at this difficult time. With sincere sympathy.
- Janie DeMott
May 22, 2015 9:36am
Dear Visser family, please accept Lucy's and my condolences. I obviously did not have the privilege to know Bill, though I have gotten to know one of his sons (Peter) and I know that this plant came from good seed planted in Good Soil. You all are in our prayers as I am, one day, looking forward to meeting Brother Bill. Peace in Christ Jesus. Brother Dan & Sister Lucy Amant
- Dan & Lucy Amant
May 22, 2015 8:23am
Vonnie and Family: In Bill's words: He never had it so good as he does today. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you. I'll be out of town so I thought I'd get in touch with you this way. Your family has meant a lot to me for many years and will be in the future. Lots of great memories. May God be gracious and give you a peace and comfort. Ron & Judi Hofstra
- Ron Hofstra
May 21, 2015 2:30pm
Our deepest sympathies to you Vonnie and family. But we are rejoicing that Grandpa is with our Heavenly Father celebrating.
- Tom and Carol Brown
May 21, 2015 2:17pm
Vonnie and family: We are so sad to hear of Bill's passing. He was a fine person and a great cousin to all of our extended family. Our deepest sympathy during this difficult time.
- Bob and Jackie Kunnen
May 21, 2015 12:16pm
Praying for you and the family. God Bless each of you with His comfort and love during this time.
- Sherry Rinard