Norma Terpstra

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On Tuesday, November 29, 2022, Norma L. Terpstra’s faith became sight and is now beholding her Jesus face to face. Norma, age 91, of Grandville, was a kind and loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother who dearly loved her family. She was a faithful prayer warrior who fervently prayed for each family member daily. Norma lived out her faith by example and had a true servant’s heart that blessed many families. Over the years, many missionary families were hosted at their home. Even through her challenges with her vision, she persevered through many things and was content in all circumstances. She was preceded in death by her husband of 71 years, Jack; son-in-law, James Borst; brother-in-law and sisters-in-law, Arnie and Mary Lynn Terpstra, Linda Duell. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Harry and Jacqueline Terpstra, Robert and Marilyn Terpstra, Sharon and David Gort, Diane Borst, Marcia Terpstra, Jeffrey and Katherine Terpstra, Doug and Shelly Terpstra; 21 grandchildren; 37 great-grandchildren with two more soon to arrive; and two great-great-grandchildren with one more on the way. A memorial service will be held at 2:30 p.m. on Friday at MKD Funeral Home (Grandville), 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Pastor Doug Wood officiating. Burial Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 1:30 - 2:30 pm prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Sunset Legacy Foundation or Emmanuel Hospice.