David James Wiersema's Obituary
David James Wiersema, age 71, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2023. He was born on December 9, 1951, to Robert and Lois (Botten) Wiersema, in Muskegon, MI. He graduated from Orchard View High School and then attended Central Michigan University, where he graduated with a Bachelor’s Degree. David worked for Hardware Distributors for over 18 years, where he was a shipping and receiving clerk.
David liked to stay active and enjoyed bowling, playing softball and golfing. What he loved the most though, was being a Papa to his grandchildren.
David will be lovingly remembered by his son, Ross (Kari) Wiersema; daughter, Kelly (David Jimenez) Wiersema; grandchildren, Carson, Leland and Dylan Wiersema and Ella, Lily and Sophia Jimenez; brother, Michael (Linda) Wiersema; sister, Patricia (Cliff) Hoffman; and former wife, Linda Wiersema. He was preceded in death by his parents.
VISITATION with the family will be held Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 5-8 PM at The Lee Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services (6291 Harvey St., Norton Shores, MI 49444).
Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services is honored to be serving the Wiersema family. To share special memories with the family and sign the online guestbook, please visit www.sytsemafh.com.
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