Nicholas Barney Auwerda

Nick was born in Chicago, served in the US Navy as an airplane mechanic, and was employed by Illinois and then Michigan Bell Telephone. He enjoyed spending time with his family, travelling, sailing, and was a talented artist and woodworker, always crafting something to delight his kids and grandkids. Nick loved to sing, and even in his later years when dementia stole many of his memories, he remembered lyrics to songs and would sing along. Nick loved the Lord and had a framed picture at the entryway into his house that read (in Dutch) “As for me and my house, we will serve the Lord”. He will always be remembered with love by his many friends and family

Nick was a wonderful father to: his son, Dan (Pat) Auwerda of Holland; daughter, Karen (Ken) Giovannini of Holland; and daughter-in-law, Gwen Auwerda of Holland; beloved grandfather to, Kelley Giovannini of Chelsea, Rachel (Dave) Thomas of Wyoming, Nickolas Auwerda of Holland, Melissa (Steve) Steele of Holland, Julianna Giovannini of Holland, and Ryan Auwerda of Holland; great-grandpa to 7 children.

Nick was preceded in death by: his wife, Carole; son, Ken; and second wife, Margaret.

Celebration of life will be held at Parkside Bible Church March 4 at 2:00 pm with luncheon to follow.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeshorememorial.com for the Auwerda family.