BALLEMA - Mrs. Charlette V. Ballema aged 98 passed away peacefully surrounded by her family, Wednesday, July 5, 2017. She was preceded in death by her husband, Sidney Ballema; her grandmother who raised her, Theota Vincent; and brother, Earl Moerdyk. Surviving are her sons, Jack (Barbara) Ballema, John (Hedy) Ballema; grandchildren, Matt (Becky) Ballema, Andy (Jeni) Ballema, Katy Ballema, Lauren (Ron) Markel, Robyn (Matt) Johnson; great grandchildren, Megan, Lindsey, Ruby, Charlie, Ellerie, Lily and Charlotte; along with many dear friends and caregivers at Heron Woods and Raybrook Manor. Charlette was a very positive lady who raised her two sons to carry on her positivity. She was a very kind and gracious lady always placing her son’s concerns before her own. Charlette was very creative and artistic, over the years she made stained glass pieces, tole paintings, knitted, crocheted and was fabulous at cross stitch. She was also a member of Second Congregational Church and a resident at Heron Manor for many years. Funeral services will be held 3:30PM Saturday, July 8, 2017 at Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont, 1601 Post Dr. NE., with visitation Saturday from 2:30PM until time of service. Interment Fairplains Cemetery Grand Rapids. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to a charity of one’s choice. To share a photo, memory and sign the family’s online guestbook please visit www.stegengafuneralchapel.com To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Charlette V. Ballema please visit our Sympathy Store.
Cemetery Details
Grand Rapids, MI, 49505
Visitation
JUL 8. 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM (EDT)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
Funeral Service
JUL 8. 3:30 PM (EDT)
Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Belmont
1601 Post Dr. NE
Belmont, MI, 49306
[email protected]
https://www.stegengafuneralchapel.com
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Hi Hedy and John, I just saw Robyn's reference to this. I also know what a vital and dynamic role she had in your family and daughters' lives. She gave as good as she got. Both a blessing and blessed. Caring condolences for a life well lived. Love, Bernadette
- Bernadette Barbatano
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Pam Cebelak lit a candle in memory of Charlette V. Ballema
- Pam Cebelak
Eternal Rest Dear Char~ still cherish Christmas ornaments and slippers you made~ enjoyed our visits while I cut your hair~ Pam
- Pam Cebelak
We were so sorry to hear of the passing of Aunt Charlette. Our Mom, Teddy (Bean) Rarick was so fond of her and spoke of her often. Our families sends our thoughts and prayers to you at this time of your loss. Sherry & Randy Rickle & family Marge & Bruce Rozell & family Robin & Rick Maxon & family Steve & Pam Rarick & family
- Marge (Rarick) Rozell
The Redmond family will certainly miss one of our dearest friends. Charlette Ballema had a long and wonderful life. She was a wonderful person, and we will always have the fondest memories of how kind and caring she was. She is enjoying Heaven forevermore.
- Jeff Redmond
What a wonderful woman Char was. She blessed her family and friends so very much in her lifetime. Those of us that shared her dining table at lunch in Heron Woods over the years were graced with her presence. Bob Park
- Bob Park
I took care of Charlette at Raybrook Manor. She was very special to me. I looked out for her when she was going through a hard time, and I brought her some beautiful, bright yellow flowers and told her that I picked those ones because they reminded me of the sun. She loved them so much. I'll miss her and her beautiful soul greatly. I'll never forget her. -Jordan K.
- Jordan Kazen
One of the loveliest ladies ever. So many memories of "Chuckie" and Sid at Scram lake. The Milanowski/ Proulx families send prayers.
- Kathy and Greg Proulx
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