Clarence Edward Ruiter's Obituary
Clarence Edward Ruiter, age 87, of Nunica passed away Sunday at Medi Lodge of Holland. He was born April 18, 1934, in Spring Lake to Ben and Minnie (Westhof) Ruiter, and married Jean Elizabeth Schultz on September 21, 1957.
Clarence graduated from Grand Haven High School and served his country in the Army. He worked for forty-six years at Challenge Machinery, retiring as sales and parts manager. Clarence then went to work for Terra Verde Golf Course; he loved doing carpenter work and built four houses for his family. He was a member of Spring Lake Presbyterian Church and the Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post # 28 in Grand Haven. His other interests were hunting, fishing and golfing.
He is lovingly remembered by his wife of sixty-four years, Jean Ruiter; daughter, Dottie Kay Bowersox; two grandchildren, Jessica Stuck and Grace (Ethan) Dawson; his sister, Micky Dora; three brothers: Harry (Shuie) Ruiter, Robert Ruiter and Ken (Dorothy) Ruiter; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Kay Lyn Stuck on April 1, 2010.
According to Clarence’s wishes there will be no services at this time. Memorials in his name may be given to the Charles A. Conklin American Legion Post # 28. Arrangements entrusted to The Spring Lake Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 213 E. Savidge St., Spring Lake, MI 49456. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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