Obituaries: March 30, 2026
Kathi Beiswenger
September 1, 1951-March 27, 2026
Mary Kathleen "Kathi" Beiswenger, 74, of Holland, passed away on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Kathi was born September 1, 1951, in Washington, D.C., to William and Mary (O'Brien) Abler. She grew up in Southeast Michigan and graduated from St. Francis Xavier Catholic High School in Ecorse. Kathi then earned a nursing degree from Mercy College of Detroit and began her occupational calling as a registered nurse.
She married Bill Beiswenger, a fellow registered nurse, in 1998, and they lived and worked in Jackson. Kathi was keenly focused on the medical needs of mothers and babies during her U.S.-based hospital work. Even in retirement, she was a tremendous resource for young women and families on pregnancy, childbirth, and baby healthcare. For many years, Kathi and Bill also enjoyed taking international medical trips to Guatemala to provide medical care to those who desperately needed it.
Kathi was influential in the Immune Deficiency community. She traveled to speak at keynote events, and she also lobbied persistently for Immune Deficiency legislation at the state and national levels. Kathi was a longtime leader and mentor of the La Leche League.
She is survived by her husband of 28 years, Bill, her children and grandchildren: Kenny and Rachel Mehi (Emily, Owen), Kristen and Adam Slatinsky (Noah and Reilly Slatinsky, Hannah Slatinsky, Joshua and Leah Slatinsky, Emma Slatinsky); siblings: Bill and Sue Abler, Margie Olepa, Tim and Lauri Abler, Julie Abler, David and Kathy Abler, Alice Eldred-DuPont, Jim and Jackie Abler; brother-in-law Ronald and Jane Beiswenger. She was preceded in death by her sister, Janie Abler.
A memorial service will be at 2 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, 2026, at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E. 16th St., Holland. Visiting hours will be 11:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. on Wednesday before the memorial service. Memorial contributions may be made to the Immune Deficiency Foundation, Sisters of Mercy, HELPS International.
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Morris Gene Klinger
January 4, 1944-March 27, 2026
Morris G. Klinger, age 82, of North Blendon, ran into the arms of Jesus on Friday, March 27, 2026.
Morris was a part-owner and 35-year employee of Top Line Equipment in Zeeland and a member of North Blendon Christian Reformed Church.
Morris was preceded in death by his parents, Harold and Fanny Klinger, and parents-in-law, Bud and Jean Mulder.
Morris is survived by his wife of 58 years, Beth Klinger; children: Curt (Tami) Klinger and Amy (Rich) Rottier; grandchildren: Allison Klinger, Myiah Klinger, Reide Klinger, Jessica Klinger and Nick Rottier; and great-grandson, Theo Rottier.
Visitation for Morris is planned for 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Monday, March 30, 2026, at North Blendon Christian Reformed Church, 7284 Taylor St., Hudsonville. His memorial service will follow at 1 p.m., also at the church. The Rev. Aaron Vriesman will officiate. Burial will be in Blendon Township Cemetery.
The Klinger family would like to thank Faith Hospice and especially Morris' caregivers, Kathy, Brenda, and Abigail, for the loving care he received, and suggest that memorial contributions be made to Faith Hospice. Arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home and condolences may be left online at ,yntemafh.com.
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Robert Calvin Myers
December 30, 1944-March 28, 2026
Robert "Bob" Calvin Myers, 81, of Zeeland, Michigan, passed away on March 28, 2026.
Born December 30, 1944, in Northville, Michigan, Robert will be remembered as a devoted, talented, and outdoorsy man whose life reflected steady love for family, nature, and history. After this introduction, he will be lovingly remembered as Bob.
Bob was raised by his mother, Winifred Myers, and never had the chance to meet his father, Walter Myers, who passed away in World War II. As a young boy, Bob was a typical outdoorsy kid who loved heading into the woods with his brothers and friends from the street, BB guns in hand, making the kind of simple memories that stay with a person for life.
Bob met Patricia Shonteff in high school. Though they were not high school sweethearts, they began dating on their last day of senior year. On July 31, 1965, Bob and Pat were married, and they spent the next 60 years together making unforgettable memories and raising two children, Bob (Jan) Myers and Nicole (Doug) Mostrom.
A man of many talents, Bob was a member of the varsity swim team and enjoyed taking part in the Rendezvous Re-enactment. He loved connecting with nature and with history, which led to a deep love of hunting and reenacting the mountain man era. In that spirit, Bob took up the remarkable hobby of building his own muzzle-loading rifles from scratch and fabricating period-authentic clothing, tents, and iron work to outfit his camp — work that reflected both patience and skill. He also enjoyed prime rib, sweets, and a good popsicle.
Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Patricia Myers; his son, Bob (Jan) Myers; his daughter, Nicole (Doug) Mostrom; and his grandsons, Travis (Bethany) Myers and Jesse (Lindsey) Myers. He was preceded in death by his father, Walter Myers; his mother, Winifred Myers; and his brother, Edward Myers.
Visitation will be 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland.
