Obituaries

Obituaries: June 22, 2026

by ONN Staff

Updated June 22, 2026

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Marjorie Lou Carlson

March 30, 1933-June 11, 2026

Marjorie Lou (Lundgren) Carlson, 93, of Holland, Michigan, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2026, following a brief illness.

Born March 30, 1933, in Bruce, Wisconsin, Marjorie was the seventh of 11 children born to Axel P. and Alma (Mundahl) Lundgren. She grew up on the family's dairy farm in the hardscrabble countryside of northern Wisconsin, where hard work was a necessity and family was life's greatest treasure. The farmhouse was small, the chores were many, but there was always room for one more at the table. During the Depression, cousins from the city often spent summers on the farm, exchanging city life for abundant meals and fresh air. From that lively family, Marjorie inherited both an independent spirit and a deep devotion to family relationships. Those early years instilled in Marjorie a resilience, warmth, and hospitality that would remain with her throughout her life.

At Bruce High School, Marjorie distinguished herself both academically and socially. She excelled in music, particularly singing and French horn, and was a member of Bruce High School's 1948 Wisconsin state championship girls’ basketball team. Even as a young woman, she displayed the confidence, resourcefulness, and gift for friendship that would characterize her throughout her life. She seemed to have a remarkable knack for surrounding herself with people who loved her and were always willing to help her out of whatever predicament she had gotten herself into. During her late teens, Marjorie spent summers in the Chicago suburbs with her older sisters, Ruby and Mayme. There she worked as a nanny for affluent families and developed an appreciation for beauty, elegance, and gracious living that never left her. Whether decorating a home, setting a table, arranging flowers, or selecting an outfit, she believed that beauty was one of life's gifts to be enjoyed and shared.

Marjorie accepted a full scholarship to the National College of Education in Evanston, Illinois, where she earned her bachelor's degree. While attending school full-time, she supported herself by working as a French cook for a wealthy family. Knowing virtually nothing about French cuisine, she nevertheless secured the position after impressing her prospective employers with a perfectly executed Hollandaise sauce prepared from a cookbook recipe.

At a church convention in Seneca, Illinois, she met Tom Carlson of Janesville, Wisconsin. Tom was immediately smitten, and he pursued her with persistence and affection until she agreed to marry him. Their wedding took place on the Lundgren family farm, bringing together two families whose values of faith, family, and hospitality would shape the years ahead.

The newlyweds settled in Janesville at Fairview Plant Farm, living in the same home where Tom had grown up. There, Marjorie formed a cherished friendship with her mother-in-law, Martha Carlson, and together they shared countless conversations over coffee and cake. Sons Noel and Jeffrey soon became the center of her world. Drawing upon her training in early childhood education, she devoted herself to creating a nurturing and enriching home for them.

Once both boys were established in school, Marjorie returned to her own studies and earned a master's degree in Early Childhood Education from the University of Wisconsin–Whitewater. She went on to teach kindergarten in Janesville for thirty years. As a master teacher, she traveled to Germany and Australia as part of educational exchange and professional development opportunities. Generations of students, parents, and colleagues remember her as a gifted teacher who combined high expectations with warmth, encouragement, and genuine affection. Many remained in contact with her throughout her life.

Children were naturally drawn to Marjorie wherever she lived. She delighted in hosting tea parties, organizing dress-up adventures, attending recitals, and celebrating milestones. Long after her classroom years ended, she continued finding ways to invest in the lives of young people.

After retirement, she settled in Naples, Florida, where she purchased, decorated, and sold a succession of elegant homes. She also established a private business in interior decorating and floral design. Family and friends knew that a visit to Marjorie's home meant a warm welcome, a beautiful setting, uplifting conversation, and gracious hospitality.

In the mornings, she often opened the lanai doors and sat at the piano, playing and singing “Amazing Grace” for the neighbors before enjoying her coffee and quiet time. Summers found her driving north with a back seat full of carefully chosen clothing, visiting family and friends throughout Wisconsin, Minnesota, Michigan, and Ontario. She delighted in reconnecting with siblings, nieces, nephews, cousins, and lifelong friends, nurturing relationships that spanned generations and geography. Wherever she stopped, she left behind laughter, encouragement, and memories of a wonderful visit.

In 2023, Marjorie moved to Holland, Michigan, to be closer to family. Even in assisted living, she transformed her apartment into a place of warmth and gracious elegance. She quickly won the affection of residents and staff alike. Her door was usually open, coffee and dessert were often available, and there was always time for a little visit.

Throughout every season of her life, Marjorie's faith in Jesus remained constant. Sundays were devoted to fellowship in homes among Christian friends who became like an extended family. She treasured those relationships and the simple, enduring faith that sustained her from childhood to the very end.

Marjorie is survived by her sons, Noel (Kathleen) Carlson and Jeffrey (Karen) Carlson; grandchildren, Erika (Dwayne) Bontrager, Trevor (Rachel) Carlson, Alyssa (Matthew) Kautz, Grant (Leslie) Carlson, and Hunter (Savannah) Carlson; and great-grandchildren, Ana Bontrager; Caden and Avery Carlson; Luke, Jack, Hank, and Buck Kautz; Lillie Carlson; Grant Carlson Jr.; and Claire Carlson, together with many nieces, nephews, cousins, and dear friends whose lives were enriched by her kindness and generosity.

Marjorie spent her life creating elegant beauty and making people feel welcome. Whether through a carefully prepared meal, a bouquet of flowers, a piano hymn in the morning, a conversation over coffee, or an open door offered to friend and stranger alike, she had a gift for helping others feel loved. Her family will remember her elegance, courage, faith, and belief that life was meant to be lived with beauty, gratitude, generosity, and grace.

A funeral service will be at 2 p.m. on Saturday, June 27, 2026, at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Visitation is 3-6 p.m. on Friday, June 26, also at the funeral home. To leave condolences online, please visit langleandsterenberg.com.

A visitation will be 12:15-12:45 p.m. on Tuesday, June 30, 2026, at Nash-Jackan Funeral Home in Bruce. A graveside service will follow at 1 p.m. in the Bruce Cemetery. All are welcome to attend.

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Elsie Mae Greydanus

August 30, 1925 - June 22, 2026

Elsie Mae Greydanus, at the age of 100, was welcomed into the presence of her faithful savior, Jesus Christ, on June 22, 2026.

She was preceded in death by her husband of 68 years, Samuel E. Greydanus Jr., and her siblings, Leona Klooster, Harriet Seely, Murray DeWaard, and John DeWaard.

She is survived by her eight children, Bonnie Greydanus, Samuel (Ethlyn) Greydanus, John (Marty) Greydanus, Mark Greydanus, Jim (Judy) Greydanus, Tim (Sarah) Greydanus, Dave (Melissa) Greydanus, Dale (Kelly) Greydanus; her sister, Mary Miller of Chicago; 17 grandchildren; 14 great-grandchildren; and extended family.

Born August 30, 1925, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, she graduated from East High School, Rochester, New York, and Calvin College, Michigan. She taught at Plainfield, Calvin College, Hamilton, and Sarospatek, Hungary. She raised her eight children on the Meadowlark Farm in Saugatuck, Michigan, where everyone was welcome, and at any time family, friends and strangers could be found on the front porch enjoying company, food, stories, and the beauty of the countryside.

She was a long-time member of Gibson Christian Reformed Church, where she played the piano, taught Sunday School, and took her students down the road to see the cowslips in spring. Elsie loved her Lord, her family, friends, opera, poetry, and nature in all its glory. The best medicine for Elsie was always a long walk at the lake.

Memorial services will be at 10 a.m. on Saturday, July 11, 2026, at Gibson Church, A-6486 140th Ave., Holland MI 49423, with Pastor Jen Rozema officiating.

Burial with be in Gibson Cemetery.

Memorial contributions may be made to Bethany Christian Services at bethany.org or to Resonate Global Mission at resonateglobalmission.org.

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Harverd J. Hoekje

March 7, 1926-June 20, 2026

Harverd J. Hoekje, 100, of Zeeland, passed away on June 20, 2026.

Harv was born March 7, 1926, in Overisel, to Henry and Hendrieka (Tien) Hoekje. He graduated from Holland High School, and later served during the Korean Conflict in the U.S. Army.

Harv worked for Big Dutchman and then at Hamilton Farm Bureau hardware store until his retirement. Harv married Eileen Lampen and they raised their daughter Patricia. Harv and Eileen were members of Overisel Reformed Church and later Hamilton Reformed Church where Harv served on the consistory.

Eileen preceded him in death in 1982, and his sister Beatrice Ter Haar died in 2024.

Harv met Evelyn Hoeve and they married in November of 1983. In retirement, Harv and Evelyn enjoyed golfing, biking, reading, and spending the winter months in Tuscon, Arizona. Harv and Evelyn also were stain glass artists, and did several stain glass projects.

He is survived by his wife of 42 years, Evelyn (Hoeve) Hoekje, daughter Patricia Nederveld, in-laws: Joyce Stempfly, Gloria Culver, Judy Hoeve, Don Lampen, Dorothy Van Den Beldt, and many extended family members.

A funeral service will be held at 1:30 p.m. Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the Hamilton Reformed Church, 3554 Lincoln Road (M40), Hamilton, MI 49419. Visitation will be 5:30-8 p.m. Wednesday, also at Hamilton Reformed Church. Interment will be in Riverside Cemetery, Hamilton. Memorial contributions may be made to the American Cancer Society. Arrangements are by the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State St., Zeeland MI 49464.

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Eric Wayne Martin

May 4, 1971-June 4, 2026

Eric Wayne Martin passed on June 4, 2026, at the age of 55.

No services are scheduled at this time.

Anna "Ann" Lou (Jones) Mason

February 28, 1939-June 7, 2026

Anna "Ann" Lou Mason, age 87, of Coopersville, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 7, 2026.

She was born on February 28, 1939, in Crowder, Missouri, to the late Charles Jones and Dossie (Price) Loudell. Ann married the love of her life, Boyd Dwain Mason, on February 23, 1957.

Ann spent her career working for General Motors and was a member of AFL-CIO Labor Union. For many years, Ann attended General Baptist Church in Missouri.

Ann will be lovingly remembered and missed by her loving husband of 69 years, Boyd; as well as several nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents; sister, Glenda Teel; and two brothers, Billy and Charles Jones.

In accordance with Ann's wishes, no services will be held.

Interment will be at Lake Forest Cemetery.

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Kermit Edwin Smith III

August 21, 1966-June 19, 2026

Ronnie Gene Iser, age 83, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, June 19, 2026, in Grand Haven, Michigan.

He was born on October 22, 1942, in Flint, Michigan, to Clarence and Virgillia (Haines) Iser.

Born blind, Ronnie never allowed his disability to define or limit his life. He attended the Michigan School for the Blind in Lansing, Michigan, where he developed a love for music and played the clarinet, and later worked as a piano tuner at the Story & Clark Piano Co. until his retirement in 1984.

Grand Haven was where he proudly called home, and it was there he married the love of his life, Lorna (Armstrong) Ferrell. They had one daughter together, Ronda (Drew) Edwards, and another daughter, Reta (Todd) Heller. Even through divorce, they remained the best of friends.

Ronnie loved music, old-time radio shows, Westerns, sports, and spending time with family. He especially enjoyed cheering for the Detroit Tigers and Detroit Lions, attending the Grand Haven Coast Guard Festival, and worshipping faithfully at Covenant Life Church.

He will be remembered for his gentle spirit, sense of humor, strong faith, and deep love for his family and friends. “For we live by faith, not by sight.” — 2 Corinthians 5:7.

Ronnie is survived by his daughter, Ronda (Drew) Edwards; grandchildren, Morgan (Jon) Sullivan, Sierra Heller, Christopher Edwards and Ashley Lang; great-grandchildren, Calla and Walter Lang Jr.; his two sisters, Dolores (LaVerne) Potter, Janet (Gail) Stephen; his former wife, Lorna Ferrell, and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence and Virgillia (Haines) Iser; brother, Jerry Iser; and daughter, Reta (Todd) Heller.

Visitation will be 4-6 p.m. on Thursday, June 25, 2026, at the VanZantwick Chapel Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave., Grand Haven, with a memorial service. (Please wear bright and cheerful attire) on Friday, June 26, at 11 a.m. at Covenant Life Church, 101 Columbus Ave., Grand Haven, MI 49417.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions in his name may be made directly supporting Corewell Health Hospice & Palliative Care West Michigan at its 1239 E. Beltline Ave. NE location, you can give securely online, over the phone, or via mail.

Arrangements are being handled by VanZantwick Chapel Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services. Please consider signing the family’s online guestbook and sharing memories at sytsemafh.com.