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Karen, I'm so sorry to hear of your family's loss . . . we'll be thinking of you all. Marsha
Marsha Ransom
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:00am
Kyle - and family: I am so sad to learn of your Dad's death, Kyle. I hope that you can be at peace with this soon. Love, Terry
Terry Bond-Manville
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty and family, we were so sorry to hear about Gordy passing. Our thoughts are with you. Don & Sandi Johnson
Sandi
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:00am
As a child I remember Gordon teasing me and I think I remember that he liked his chocolate chip cookies to be large. I remember my mother saying she couldn't cook for Gordon, because he wouldn't eat anything with onions or walnuts. I agree with my mother. Anything and everything must have walnuts and/or onions in it. I also remember Gordon and Betty driving three hours to Mt. Pleasant to get me when my mother passed. I wish Gordon a speedy trip to our heaven. Love to Betty, Kenny, Karen and family. I have fond memories. Sandie
Sandra Dodgers
December 22nd, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty & family, My thoughts are with you during this time. I know I as well as everyone else at Seelye Wright will miss our Grumpy very much.
Kelly
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Dykstra Family Im sorry to hear about Gordon. I have known him for years And yes waited on Grumpy for many of years.. He always seemed to hunt me down to pick on me or really anyone would do!! We will all miss seeing him come into the Dairy Queen to get his Ban Split! I will keep you all in my prayers. Rhonda
Rhonda Thompson
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
God loves you and so do I. I only wish I could have spent more time with you the last few years. You will be missed by all that loved and knew you. Say hello to Grandpa and Grandma Dykstra, John, My Dad (Sherm), & Sharlene for me would you. May God's peace be with your family thru this difficult time of mourning.
Dan Dykstra
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty, Ken, Karen, Keith & Kyle, We are so sorry for your loss. Ralph and Gordon worked together at Canonies for a long time, and we have many fond memories of their history together. We will be praying for you during this difficult time. Maryann & Duane, Kim & Family, Barb & Tim & Family, Rick & Alisa & Family
The Springett Family
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty: I was so sorry to hear about Gordon. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this very difficult time. Maryann
Maryann Springett Langston
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Nicki Anderson
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
We're praying for you all and hoping that many years of good memories will bring you smiles admidst the tears. Jesus must have needed His "Grumpy" back home with Him...
Brooke and Dave Rains
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty and family, We are so sorry to hear about Gordon. You all have our deepest sympathy but know he is in a better place. May God be with you.
Earl & Peggy Hansen
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Kyle, I am so sorry to hear about your father. Please know that you and your family are in my thought and prayers. May the peace and love of this Christmas season be with each one of you.
Joanne Jesnek
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Keith, Tammy & Family~ I am so sorry to hear the sad news. I had the privilege of meeting Gordon at Emily's Graduation Party, this past June. He had a very special place in his heart for his grandchildren, which he was very proud of. He will be sadly missed. If there is anything I can do, please call.
Kyle Conklin & Family
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
I'm really sorry to hear about Gordon. My thoughts and prayers are with you. Your mail lady Nila
Nila Dubas
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
Dykstra family - I am sorry to hear about Gordon's passing. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May God be with you, and your wonderful memories of Gordon comfort you in this difficult time.
Lori Ellmer
December 23rd, 2008 at 12:00am
We were saddened to learn of Gordon's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Don & Arlene Anderson
December 24th, 2008 at 12:00am
We are so sorry for your loss. Your dad was so funny and welcoming. He will be greatly missed. Love you, Carma, Rodd, and Mallory
Carma Roesch
December 24th, 2008 at 12:00am
To the Verdonk and Dykstra family. May the Lord continue to Bless and keep you in his care during this time. My prayers are with you.
Lillie Wamble
December 24th, 2008 at 12:00am
To the entire Dykstra family, I fondly remember Gordon "Grumpy" telling me get out his chair and not to change the channel on the TV. He always had a good story to tell us truly loved his family.
Brad, Shana, Nick, and Alaina Heinrich
December 25th, 2008 at 12:00am
Very sorry to hear of Gordy's passing. Our thoughts and prayers go out to the family.
Dana Bryant
December 25th, 2008 at 12:00am
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time.
Michelle (Henry ) Parrish
December 26th, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty,Karen,Jenna: My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this time. I will miss his humor here at Seelyes and he will be greatly missed. What a wonderful and special man.Shelly
Shelly Vander Brink (Parker)
December 26th, 2008 at 12:00am
Karen, Betty and family - So sorry to hear about your Dad. You were so blessed to have him around for so many of the events of your life! Although I too remember him as being "grumpy", he was always there, always caring and there to help whenever the need arouse. Take comfort that he is out of pain, forever at peace and waiting to greet you once again. You are in my prayers.
Debi McAfee-Witte
December 27th, 2008 at 12:00am
Aunt Betty, I am so sorry! You are in our prayers. Love ya!
Melanie Fisher
December 30th, 2008 at 12:00am
Betty, and family, I have been away from South Haven for many years now but still think of you all and am so sorry to hear about Gordon, my prayers are with you.
Ginny Helms (Barnett)
January 8th, 2009 at 12:00am
Karen ~ I was very sad to hear about your Dad. Mine passed away on 8/26/08 and I still cry everyday. But God gives us the strength to go on and to hold the "happy" memories in our hearts forever. I am glad you are there for your Mom. They aren't as strong as they pretend to be! God Bless you, Karin
Karin Corey McChesney
January 17th, 2009 at 12:00am