Jodie Dawson

Jodie  Dawson, age 40, of Jenison passed into the loving arms of Jesus after a courageous battle with cancer on Saturday, August 29, 2015.  She was preceded in death by her maternal and paternal grandparents;  niece, Selah Green; nephew, Josiah Green; aunts, Janice Mars, Gloria (Merlin) Kredit.  She is survived by her 2 children, Jasmine and Breyon Dawson; stepdaughter, Tiara Dawson; parents, Dave and Judy Ellens; sisters, Kimberly (Ben) Green, Melissa (Matt) Dupuis; 17 nieces and nephews; 1 grandson; many aunts, uncles and cousins.  We also want to say a special thank you to her Amway family. You were a true blessing to all of us, thanks for every dollar earned, as well as your love and support.  A special thank you to the caring staff at Faith Hospice, you were such a comfort to Jodie and our family.  In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to her children’s trust fund, c/o Judy Ellens.  A celebration of life will be held on Wednesday, 11:00 am at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. with Pastor Pat Brady officiating.   Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday from 2-4 pm and 6-8 pm at the funeral home (her children will be present for the evening visitation only).