VELDING - Mrs. Josephine Velding aged 97 passed away Thursday, September 20, 2018. She was preceded in death by her husband, Don; sister, Connie Simmons; daughter, JoAnn Emerich; son-in-law, Richard Emerich; parents, Bryan and Anna Miller. Surviving are her children, Donna (John) Slagboom, Pat (Don) Zoeller, Deb (Felipe) Herrera, Bonnie Velding, Don (Kerry) Velding Jr.; daughter-in-law, Teri Velding; grandchildren, Dawn Emerich (Darron Christian), Marcie Jo (Andy) Burchfield, Amy Slagboom, John (Maggie) Slagboom, Scott (Lindsay) Slagboom, Kevin Zoeller, Kari (Steve) Snyder, Kimberly (Bud) Bueche, Sean Herrera, Adam Herrera, Alyssa Jo (Josh) Tumolo, Donny Velding, Bridget Velding, Evan Velding; great grandchildren, Brenna, Abbey, Maggie, Charlie, Spencer, Piper, Jack, Blake, Zoe, Brooklynn, Blane, Jimmy and Addy; cousin, Shirley (Ray) Hipfner; her beloved dog and special companion, Inga; and her dear friends and fellow residents at Railside, Zeke, Jo, Ruth and Cindy. A special thank you to the staff and friends at Railside for all their care and compassion. Josephine proudly served her country in the US Marine Corp. She was active in the Women’s Marines Association, VFW Post #702 Auxiliary, St. Francis Xavier Church and Altar Society. Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated 11:00AM Monday, September 24, 2018 at St. Francis Xavier Church, 250 Brown St. SE. Her family will greet relatives and friends Sunday from 2PM to 4PM at the Stegenga Funeral Chapel - Wyoming, 3131 S. Division Ave., and one hour prior to Mass on Monday at Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to St. Francis Xavier & Our Lady of Guadalupe Church or Kent County Animal Shelter (www.accesskent.com/Health/AnimalControl). 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 Josephine Velding please visit our Sympathy Store.
Visitation
SEP 24. 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (EDT)
St. Francis Xavier Church
250 Brown SE
Grand Rapids, MI, 49507
Mass of Christian Burial
SEP 24. 11:00 AM (EDT)
St. Francis Xavier Church
250 Brown SE
Grand Rapids, MI, 49507
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Sincere condolences from the members of the Women Marines Association. “If the Army and the Navy ever looked on Heaven’s Scenes, they will find the streets are guarded by United States Marines.” (3rd stanza of the Marines Hymn). Take comfort in knowing your beloved Marine has left this life to take up her rightful place in Heaven’s detachment. The Women Marines Association is dedicated to preserving the history of our veterans. We continue to build a diverse collection of uniforms, photos, papers and other artifacts donated by our members and their families. If you have items you would like to know more about or would like to have your loved one memorialized by donating items to the collection, our Historian, Nancy Wilt, would be happy to speak with you. She can be reached at: Nancy Wilt, WMA Historian, Curator of the Women of the Corps Collection, PO Box 633, Hunt, TX 78024, Phone: 830-238-3893, or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address). Eileen Skahill National Chaplain .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)
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So sorry to hear of Jo's passing. I've known Donna, Patti, Bon, Deb & Donnie for a very long time & spent enough time with your Mom to know what a sweet, special woman she was. With love & sympathy, Barb Mulder
- Barb Mulder
So sorry to hear of your passing. I salute you from one veteran to another. Just the few years I've known you have enriched my life. I hope I did the same for you. On to your next journey. May it be peaceful. V J VanderMeer
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Bonnie: So sorry to hear of your mom's passing. Ron and I send our deepest sympathy and prayers. Ron and Sally Steele
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Stegenga Funeral Chapel created a video in memory of Josephine Velding
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Love all these amazing memories ❤️ What an amazing life my Grandma had.
- Dawn Emerich
This video tribute to your mom is wonderful. I loved seeing all the photos and the love of your amazing family shines throughi. It was great to see pictures of your fun-loving dad who always teased me (Assy Jo). I am proud to be able to say that Jo was my "God Mother" and I loved her. She was such a kind, loving soul that created a happy home for all of you. What a blessing she was and I am going to miss her. I will continue to pray for all of you and know that I love you. Nancee Wesorick
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