His life is celebrated by his wife of 57 years, Sharon Van Der Hulst; his son and daughter in law, Mark and Melissa Van Der Hulst; daughters in law, Beth Marett Van Der Hulst and Andrea Morrell-Bishop; his grandchildren, Hannah, Zach, Julia, Jenna, and Jessica Van Der Hulst; great grandson, Jackson Van Der Hulst; brother and sister in law, John and Sandy Van Der Hulst of Hudsonville, sister and brother in law, Karyl and Hal Miller of Holland; sister, Jackie Jennette of Griffin, Georgia; brother in law, Glenn Nykamp (and wife Cindi) of Zeeland; brother in law and sister in law, Bill and Jan Oudemolen of Holland; sister in law, Janice Oudemolen of Holland; grand-dog, Jake; and many other extended-relatives and friends.
He is preceded in death by his mother and father, Kathryn and Jacob Van Der Hulst; his sister, Charlotte Nykamp; his brother, Warren Van Der Hulst; and his son, Daniel Van Der Hulst.
Mitch displayed true devotion in all he did- whether that be at Zeeland Wood Turning Works, where he was faithfully employed for over 54 years; or at First Baptist Church of Zeeland, where he was an elder for approximately 35 years.
Mitch blessed so many people throughout his 78 years of life, and became like family to those that he met. He emulated stability, love, grace, compassion, and service. He was a God-fearing man through and through.
During his life, Mitch loved driving to Holland State Park with his wife to watch the boats at Lake Michigan, Friday night date nights with “Sher,” spending time with his grandkids, watching baseball & football in “the den,” Sunday Taco dinners, and drinking garage-cold Coke Zero.
Mitch now is in the presence of Jesus, fully healed and fully whole- running, jumping, and praising the Lord for eternity. In memory of Mitch, flowers can be sent to his wife at 57 W. Lawrence Ave.
All are welcome to attend a celebration of Mitch’s life on Friday, February 26, 2021, at First Baptist Church of Zeeland. Visitation will be held from 10-11am, with a funeral service beginning at 11am. The family asks all to please be considerate and wear a mask at all times.
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