Dennis Anthony Auwema Obituary
We bid farewell to Dennis Anthony Auwema (Holland, Michigan), whose journey of life gracefully concluded on December 7, 2024 at the age of 95. Dennis Anthony touched countless lives with warmth and kindness, leaving behind cherished memories that will forever echo in hearts. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his wife Mary Auwema; his siblings, Dolly (Pete VanSoest) and Anthony; and his brother-in-law Bud Mosterd. He is survived by: his children, Denise (Jeffry Stam), Doug (Bobbie Auwema), David (Constance Auwema), Meridell Carpenter and Tim (Melinda Auwema); his grandchildren, Michelle, Curt Alderink, Danielle, Pat Schut, Todd Pataky, Melissa, Michael Koetje, Daniel Auwema, John, Katie Auwema, Griffin Carpenter, Chase Carpenter, Katelyn, Danny Damas and Kurtis Auwema; his sisters, Eleanor (Rod VanRoekel) and Jenean Mosterd; and his siblings-in-law, Bruce Hulst and Betty Roelofs. He is also survived by 17 great-grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Monday, December 16th 2024 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at the Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home (315 E 16th St, Holland, MI 49423). A funeral service was held on Tuesday, December 17th 2024 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
Memorial contributions in Dennis' honor may be given to the Christian Reformed Conference Grounds at http://www.crcg.org or by mail to 12253 Lakeshore Drive, Grand Haven, MI 49417 or Mobility Worldwide at www. mobilityworldwide.org/affiliates/michigan-west-michigan/donate/or by mail to Mobility Worldwide West Michigan, 414 East 40th St, Suite 3, Holland, MI 49423.