Douglas Mekkes

Douglas Jay Mekkes, age 51, of Jenison, lost his battle with addiction on Monday, March 12, 2018. Even though his earthly struggles overcame him, his faith in Jesus and love for his family was evident to all who knew him. Doug enjoyed being a realtor in the Grand Rapids area for many years, where he established many friendships. Having a strong love for the game of baseball, many will remember him as a baseball coach at Georgetown Little League. The memories that were made there he forever cherished. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 27 years, Kim (Paciencia); children, Courtney and Caleb Henderson, Dakota Mekkes, and Taylor Mekkes; granddaughter, Emersyn; parents, Tom and Julie Mekkes; parents-in-law, Ed and Sandy Paciencia; siblings, Deb and Jeff Nichols, Holly and Cam Vostad; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Ed Paciencia, Matt and Tammie Paciencia, Melissa and Ryan Baumbach, Christopher and Holli Paciencia; many loving aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins. A visitation will be held 5:00-8:00 p.m. Wednesday, March 14, 2018, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 4145 Chicago Drive SW, Grandville. A private funeral service for family and close friends will be held on Thursday. Interment Georgetown Township Cemetery. To help others who may be going through difficult life challenges, the family requests that memorial contributions be given to Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services.