“I have been crucified with Christ and I no longer live, but Christ lives in me. The life I now live in the body, I live by faith in the Son of God, who loved me and gave himself for me.” Galatians 2:20
He was preceded in death by his parents Isaac and Tena Lameyer; his brother, Ike Lameyer; and his father and mother-in-law Alvin and Evie Cotts.
Claire will be deeply missed by his loving wife of 52 years, Marcia Lameyer; his children Steve (Rhonda) Lameyer, Sherri (Terry) Van Order, Deb (Chad) Fridsma, and Kim (Matt) Bostelaar; sisters Tress (Terry) Nyenhuis, Betty Austhof, Hermina (Ron) Hoeksema, Bonnie (Keith) Mingerink, and Lavonne (Jan) Koens; and brothers-in-law Dale Cotts and Craig Cotts. He is also survived by 10 grandchildren and many nieces, nephews, and extended family.
Claire was devoted to God, his wife, and his family. Claire was active in many ways at their church, Forest Grove Reformed. He spent 28 years as a mechanic at Steelcase. After that, he enjoyed being a courier for Chemical Bank. Upon retirement, you could find him at his grandkids’ sporting or school events, fishing with his wife, volunteering at Love Inc., puttering in the yard or helping fix just about anything. He was always more than willing to lend a hand to anyone in need. His faith was his anchor and his family meant the world to him. Claire was pure-hearted, patient, humble, and kind. He had a smile for everyone.
A Celebration of Life Service will be held at a later date.
Claire’s family would like to extend their gratitude to the staff of the ICU floor at Spectrum Blodgett for their excellent and tender care of Claire. They will forever be grateful for their compassion. THANK YOU!
In honor of Claire and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Holland Rescue Mission.
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