Erica Minnema

Erica was born in Bandung, Indonesia. She went by boat in the 1950’s to the Netherlands and by boat again to immigrate to America in 1956 with her husband, Henri. Erica and Henri embraced life in the United States and were proud to be American citizens and able to live the American dream.

She was preceded in death by her parents; stepfather, John Roodestein; husband, Henri Melle Minnema; and a baby girl born in December 1963. Surviving to cherish her memory are her son, Jack (Jean) Minnema; daughter, Iris (Martin) Plowman; grandchildren, Jason (Bob VanCamp) Plowman, Justin (Jennifer) Plowman, Ashley Plowman, Elizabeth Minnema and Emily (Sean Stead) Minnema; sister, Reny Mutter; brother, Dr. Jack VandenEngh (Netherlands); and many nieces, nephews, and great-nieces and great-nephews.

Per Erica’s wishes, no services will be held. The family would like to extend a very special thank you to the caring doctors and nurses at Sparrow Hospital, New Life Assisted Living of Haslett, and Heart to Heart Hospice for being there for Erica and providing wonderful care. For those desiring, contributions may be made in Erica’s memory to New Life Assisted Living, 2077 Haslett Rd., Haslett, MI 48840. The family is being served by Gorsline Runciman Funeral Homes, 1730 East Grand River Ave., East Lansing, MI. Condolences and memories may be shared with the family at www.greastlansing.com.