Grayce Kooistra

Grayce (Duthler) Kooistra, age 95, of Grand Rapids, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, May 23, 2021. She was preceded in death by her brothers and sisters; and son-in-law, Gary Rypma. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Sally Rypma, Scott and Sue Kooistra; grandchildren, Josh and Connie Kooistra, Jason and Heidi Kooistra, Jared and Betsy Kooistra, Jessica and Joel Petersen, Ryan Rypma, Roman and Joy Rypma, Holly and Mark Wright, Heather and Isaac Kennedy; great-grandchildren, Devon, Kellen, and Evelyn Kennedy, Madalyn Rypma, Xavier and Sienna Wright, Nils and Jorn Rypma, Benjamin, Samuel, and Luke Kooistra, Christian, Caleb, and Clara Kooistra, Charlie, Liza, and Miller Kooistra, Noah and Maxwell Petersen. Grayce was a member of Grand Rapids First for over 40 years. She had a love for people and let her light shine. She put a smile on the face of everyone she met. She will be missed by family and friends. A private graveside service will be held. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Sunset Legacy Foundation.

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