Jeffery Lee Wiebenga's Obituary
Mr. Jeffery Lee Wiebenga, age 67, of Spring Lake, Michigan passed away on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones. Jeff was born December 12, 1957, in Grand Haven where he attended Grand Haven Christian School and graduated from Grand Haven High School in 1976.
Many people have memories of Jeff while he worked for Baker Engineering for 38 years. His willingness to share his knowledge with any and all, at the racetrack, was so appreciated by all the racers.
After retirement he joined his wife working at their family business, Woodland Farm Market. Getting up early to make donuts, started his day knowing all the smiles it brought to his “Bakery Family”. His contagious smile and friendliness will be remembered at local farm markets, where he was so proud to sell the bakeries products.
Jeff’s downtime was spent with his grandchildren. From standing out in the rain, snow and heat at sporting events, to cuddling on the couch watching Papa’s phone. The loved he shared for them was unforgettable and unreplaceable.
Jeff will be greatly missed by his wife, Mary (Rakosky) of 46 years. His daughters, Amy (Bruce) Chase, Amanda (Edward) Boone; and four grandchildren: Haylee Chase, Bruce Chase, Preston Boone, and Paxxton Boone; siblings: Diane (Steve) Rowan, Don (Carolyn) Wiebenga, Dale (Jill) Wiebenga; in-laws: Dave (Nancy) Rakosky, Tom (Mindy) Rakosky and Jackie May. Jeff had many special nieces and nephews that he was so proud of. He was preceded in death by his parents Gerald and Ruth (Meeuwsen) Wiebenga, in-laws, LaVern and Arnell Rakosky; sister, Patti Jo Wiebenga.
Jeff will be remembered for his kindness, his unwavering integrity and love for his family. His smiles and wisdom were gifts to everyone who knew him.
Visitation will be held 6-8 PM Monday, May 5, 2025, at The VanZantwick Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services, 620 Washington Ave, Grand Haven, MI 49417. A celebration of his life will be held from 1-3 PM Tuesday, May 6, 2025, following a private service for the family, at the VanZantwick Chapel Family Center. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate gifts of money to offset funeral expenses and to get a family memorial set up in his memory. Donations may be directed to C/O Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services for his memorial.
Please sign the family’s online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
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