Deanna S. Mervau

January 9, 1941 ~ February 4, 2025

Deanna S. Mervau, age 84, of Caledonia was taken to her heavenly home on Tuesday, February 4, 2025.  She was born January 9, 1941 to the late Levi and Thelma Christoffersen. She was preceded in death by her husband of 61 years, William who passed on November 25, 2021. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Deborah (Steve) Scheidel, Kimberly (Bill) Westra, Michael Mervau; grandchildren, Heather Westra, Christopher (Chelsea) Westra, Ashley Mervau and Sean, Shelby Mervau and Ke’Shawn, Allison (Christian) Walters, Peter (MacKenzie) Westra, Reese Mervau; six great grandchildren, one on the way; a sister, Barbara Anne Gray; several nieces, nephews and great nieces and nephews. Deanna was a pillar at Holy Family Church where she was known as a prayer warrior reading her Bible and scriptures, praying the rosary and helping out any way she could for the church. She enjoyed going to her cabin at Silver Lake with her family. Deanna especially loved traveling to the Holy Land. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held 11 a.m. Friday, February 7 at Holy Family Church, 9669 Kraft SE, Caledonia, with Rev. Michael Cilibraise officiating.  Burial will be held at St. Mary’s Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Thursday from 4-7 p.m. with the rosary at 6 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home, 616 E. Main St. SE, Caledonia. The family would like to give a special thanks for all the love and care given to Deanna from the staff at Bishop Hills and Faith Hospice. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Faith Hospice or Bishop Hills.

Visitation with a Rosary at 6:00 pm
Thursday, February 6
4:00pm - 7:00pm

MKD - Caledonia
616 E. Main St. SE
Caledonia, MI 49316
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Phone: (616) 891-8155

Mass of Christian Burial
Friday, February 7
11:00am

Holy Family Catholic Church
9669 Kraft SE
Caledonia, MI 49316
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February 05, 2025 3:48pm
I am sorry to hear about your mom. She was always a joy to talk to. Sending prayers.

- Teri Cooley

February 05, 2025 2:44pm
I have known Deanna for over 60 years. Our families grew up together. Very close friend. Always there when I needed her. Deb ,Kim and Mike I am so sorry for your loss. I will miss her. You are in my prayers.

- Teri DeLeeuw




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