Thomas J. Boorsma's Obituary
Mr. Thomas J. Boorsma fell asleep in the Lord on April 8, 2009. He was born in Grand Rapids, MI on July 18, 1926, the son of Harry and Jessie (Karsaboom) Boorsma. He was an Air Force Veteran of WWII. He settled in Muskegon and was employed by S.D. Warren as plant manager until his retirement. He is survived by Jenny (Cherep), his wife of 62 years; his daughter, Roxann (Kevin) Ball of Amarello, TX; nieces, Dana (Ken) Arends of Twin Lake, Judy Vryland of Virginia, Susan Vryland of Arkansas; a special grand-nephew, Jason Arends; and close relatives, Alex (Gail) Zander of Wisconsin; and many friends from the Bible Standard Ministry throughout the world. SERVICES will be 1:00 PM Friday at
The Lee Chapel
Sytsema Funeral Homes, Inc.
6291 S. Harvey St.
(231) 798-1100
with Elder David J. Seebald officiating. Burial will take place at Norton Cemetery. Visitation will be 1 hour prior to the service at the funeral home. You may sign the family’s on-line guest book at www.sytsemafh.com Memorial contributions may be made to the charity of your choice.
What’s your fondest memory of Thomas J.?
What’s a lesson you learned from Thomas J.?
Share a story where Thomas J.'s kindness touched your heart.
Describe a day with Thomas J. you’ll never forget.
How did Thomas J. make you smile?