Mae Eaton

Mae Eaton, age 84, of Allendale, went to be with the Lord on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Mae was known for her servant's heart. Many lives were touched by her skills of baking and sewing. She was preceded in death by her daughter, Sheila Potgeter; and son-in-law, Jack Ossewaarde. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband of 67 years, Alvin Eaton; children, Sharon Ossewaarde, Amy and Brian McMurray, Dennis and Kim Eaton, Robin and Mark Twiest; son-in-law, Michael Potgeter; 17 grandchildren; 28 great-grandchildren; sisters and brother, Edith Rycenga, John and Rosemary Nuland, Ann VanFarowe; brothers-in-law and sister-in-law, Arnold Eaton, Ray and Marcia Eaton; and many nieces and nephews. A memorial service will be held on Friday, November 8, at 3 p.m. at Spring Valley Church, 5947 Lake Michigan Drive, Allendale, with Rev. Rob Wondergem officiating. The burial will take place at Allendale Township Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Friday from 2-3 p.m. at the church prior to the service. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the Allendale Lions Club or the American Heart Association.