Duane Nelson Gage

Duane Nelson Gage, age 51, of Allendale, was suddenly called home to be with Jesus on Saturday, March 26, 2016.  He was preceded in death by his father, Nelson Gage.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 21 years, Mary Gage; children, Rachael, Andrew, and Matthew Gage; mother, Margaret Gage; siblings, Kathy and Phil Espinoza, and Karen Tosiello; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Paul and Peggy Yusko; sisters-in-law, Theresa and Darrol Shedenhelm, Diane and Brian Lidbeck; and several nieces and nephews.  Duane was a wonderful spiritual leader and a very proud father and husband. His family was the love of his life.  Funeral services will be held 11 AM Thursday, March 31, at Spring Valley Church, 5947 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale, with Pastor Steve  Demers, Pastor Brian Lidbeck and Pastor Vic Wilson officiating.  Interment Allendale Township Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family on Wednesday, March 30, from 2-4 and 7-9 PM at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf (corner of Avery and Scott) 6651 Scott St., Allendale.  In lieu of flowers, the family suggests memorial contributions be made to the family for the children’s education fund.