William “Bill” Dertien, age 95, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Linda Forster; granddaughter-in-law, Kari Jolink; sister, Lois Plantenga. He is survived by his wife of 72 years, Helen Dertien; children Stuart Forster, Mike (Sally) Dertien, Carol (Terry) Jolink, Patricia (David) Toczydlowski; grandchildren Ellen (Brent) Bode, Sam (Melinda) Dertien, Adam Dertien, Matthew Jolink, Joel Jolink (Becky Williams), Susie Jolink, Rachel Toczydlowski (Brad Waldorf), Alan (Rachel Zerby) Toczydlowski; great-grandchildren Addie and Tori Bode, Drew and Luke Jolink, Mia and Kayla Williams; brother, Richard (Marilyn) Dertien; sister, Shirley Vanderson; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Bill proudly served his country during WWll in the United States Navy. He was a woodworker and a “jack of all trades." He was also known for his great sense of humor. Bill and Helen treasured their many camping trips with family at Silver Lake State Park and many other campgrounds along the Michigan shoreline.
Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Sunday, May 16, 2021 at First Reformed Church of Grandville, 3060 Wilson Ave. SW, Grandville, MI 49418 with visitation from 1-1:45 p.m. prior to service. In honor of Bill, and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Sunset Legacy Foundation or Emmanuel Hospice. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.
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