Karen Hendrickson

Karen Dawn Hendrickson, age 85, of Wyoming, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, October 24, 2024. Karen’s life was a testament to her Christian faith which she lived out daily with love and kindness. She will be lovingly remembered by her children, Jon Hendrickson, Susan and Jim Zuidema, Steve and Angie Hendrickson, Dan and Shari Hendrickson; grandchildren, Sarah (Taylor), Mitchell, Jerrod, Claire (Sierra), Brennan (Carleigh), Xander, Camren, Jaylee, and Quinton: great-grandson, Jace; sisters-in-law, Beth Hendrickson, Judy Nykamp, and Nancy DeYoung. She was preceded in death by her husband of 57 years, Jerry Hendrickson; brother, LaVerne DeYoung; brother-in-law, Norm Nykamp. Karen was a dedicated teacher with the Wyoming Public Schools for over 30 years. She loved to garden, do puzzles, bake, and volunteer. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, October 30, at 11 a.m. at Eighth Reformed Church, 841 Burton St. SW, Wyoming, with Rev. Harry Koops officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Tuesday, October 29, from 4-7 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW and also at the church on Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service. Memorial contributions may be made to Eighth Reformed Church.