Kenneth Potgeter

Kenneth D. Potgeter, age 89, of Allendale, was called to his heavenly home on Saturday, August 29, 2026.

Ken was a man of strong faith in Jesus and a faithful, loving husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa. He took great pride in providing for his family and was blessed with a strong work ethic, dedicating his life to farming. Ken also was a gifted musician, playing his guitar over the years in many gospel groups. He enjoyed snowmobiling and riding his motorcycle, but above all, cherished his family and the life they shared together. He will be remembered for his faith, hard work, and love for those he held dear. 

He was preceded in death by his wife of 66 years, Shirley Potgeter; and his son, Michael Potgeter. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Joel and Laura Potgeter, Kristine (Potgeter) Gorney; grandchildren, Greg and Rebekah Potgeter, Kurt and Andrea Potgeter, Steven and Jodi Potgeter, Jared and Heather Potgeter, Heather and Ryan Balcom, Anna and Daniel Hendricks, Haylea Gorney, Kendra Gorney; 12 great-grandchildren; siblings-in-law, Joe and Alice Carrell, Al and Joanie Carrell; several loving nieces and nephews. 

Funeral services will be held at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, September 4, 2026, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 6651 Scott St., Allendale, with Pastor Mark Congrove officiating. Burial will take place at Allendale Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Friday from 9:30-10:30 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home.