Birth date: May 24, 1925 Death date: Jun 9, 2014
Mrs. Jean Ann Vanderwest, age 89, passed away Monday, June 9, 2014 at a local hospital. She was born May 24, 1925 in Muskegon to the late Thomas and Rose (Brace) Gringhuis. Jean graduated from Muskegon Heights High School in 1943. Read Obituary
Dear Vanderwest Family,
I was Jean's hairdresser for over 10 years, I always enjoyed her.
We had some good laughs. And it was sad when she was confined to her home after not being able to drive. I haven't seen her for over a year. And always asked how she was. I know I will continue to miss such a sweet lady.
Kris Kraft
Dear Vanderwest Family and Friends,
I am so sorry to hear about the loss of your dear loved one. Please accept my sincere condolences. May it comfort you to know that The Most High God has resurrected humans on Earth before through His son Jesus, and He promises He will do so again very soon. (Psalms 83:18,Acts 24:15,Revelation 21:3,4)
Nancy, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You have your memories of the last few months with your mother which will last you a lifetime. Thinking of you, Mike Bonofiglio
Nancy - You, Ron and your whole family are in my prayers. How wonderful that you were able to be with her so much these past 6 months, since retiring from MSU. You were, I know, a blessing to her. Take care, my friend. - Laurie
Ron and Nancy--I'm so sorry. Your mother was so dear to me and my heart reaches out to both of you. She reminded me of Mom as if they were sisters which I think they thought of each other. She was so dear, loving, funny. Prayers to you! May God be by your side through this heartbreaking time. Love you! Barbara
Ron and Nancy- Our thoughts and prayers are with you. We all know Aunt Jean has earned her place up there. She made me feel so welcome to the family the first couple times Jon and Chuck took me to visit. The dinners after that, I always felt right at home. God knows she had to have done lots of cooking for Chuck, Jon, and Michael over the years! What an amazing lady.
Sending our love- Megan, Jon, Mark, and Owen
