69837.Perry J. VanderWeg. Born ca 1910 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Perry J. died in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan on 28 Apr 1917. Buried in Fairplains Cemetery, Grand Rapids.
Grand Rapids City Cemeteries689 Name: Perry VanderWeg Location: Grand Rapids City Cemeteries FAIRPLAINS CEMETERY BLOCK T Lot :4 Space :4 Date of death: 04/28/1917 Funeral director: Metcalf-Jonkhoff Funeral Servic, Service date: 05/02/1917
69838.John Henry VanderWeg. Born on 18 Mar 1912 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. John Henry died in Kentwood, Kent County, Michigan, on 28 Mar 2012; he was 100. Buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Cedar Springs.
Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home http://www.meaningfulfunerals.net/home/index.cfm?a...h_id=13256&s_id= John Henry VanderWeg Born: March 18, 1912 Died: March 28, 2012
John Henry VanderWeg, 100 of Kentwood, died Wednesday, March 28, 2012 at Metron of Forest Hills. John was born March 18, 1912 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Peter and Henrietta (Hammer) VanderWeg. Surviving are many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held Tuesday 2:00 pm until time of service at 3:00 pm at the Bliss-Witters & Pike Funeral Home, Cedar Springs. The services will be conducted by the Amvets Post #23. Interment Elmwood Cemetery, Cedar Springs.
Elmwood Cemetery, Cedar Springs, Kent County, Michigan
John H. Vanderweg, 1912–
Leta E. Vanderweg, 1918–2000
On 7 Apr 1932 when John Henry was 20, he first married Anna A. Pletchus, daughter of Frank Pletchus & Anna Grumolis, in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Born ca 1916 in Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania.
John Henry second married Leta E. Rector, daughter of Orrin Tefft Rector (13 Apr 1876-19 Apr 1943) & Mabell Augusta Lowing (13 Mar 1892-9 Feb 1933). Born on 18 Oct 1918 in Virginia. Leta E. died in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, on 1 Jan 2000; she was 81. Buried in Elmwood Cemetery, Cedar Springs.
Social Security Death Index Leta E. Vanderweg, b. 18 Oct 1918, d. 1 Jan 2000, last residence 49504 Grand Rapids MI
69839.Edna Jane VanderWeg. Born on 19 Feb 1917 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Edna Jane died in Newaygo, Newaygo County, Michigan, on 22 Nov 2001; she was 84.
On 24 Nov 1934 when Edna Jane was 17, she first married Robert J. Ver Duin, son of Cornelius Ver Duin & Frankie Bauser, in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Born ca 1914 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan.
Edna Jane second married James William Hankins. Born on 14 Aug 1922 in Kennett, Dunklin County, Missouri. James William died in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, on 13 Jul 1973; he was 50.
69840.H. J. VanderWeg (Private).
H. J. first married M. Smith (Private), daughter of Charles Smith & Katherine Kaas.
H. J. second married D. M. Reverski (Private), daughter of Stephen Reverski & Mary A. Wilschefki.
69841.Genevieve M. VanderWeg. Born on 16 Dec 1925 in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Genevieve M. died in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan, on 24 Jan 2005; she was 79.
From LifeStoryNet.com, http://www.lifestorynet.com/memories/5464 LIFESTORY:
Genevieve M. Reed was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and great-grandmother. She worked most of her life to care for and support her family, but always found time to have fun. In spite of the tragedies in her life, Genevieve was a happy person, as shown by the many “smiley faces” that adorned her home and yard. She loved the simple things in life, surrounded by her family. 1925 found the country in the middle of the “Roaring Twenties”. For those living in big cities, it was a time of flappers and speak-easies. For those living in smaller mid-western communities, it was a time of hard work and raising families. Such was the life of Peter and Henrietta (Zeldam) Vander Weg, living in Grand Rapids, Michigan. On December 16, 1925, the family received an early Christmas present with the arrival of baby Genevieve. The Vander Weg family would later vibrate with the sounds and laughter of Marie, Edna, Harold, Perry and John. Genevieve was never at a loss for a playmate. A short time after, Peter and Henrietta moved their family to Myrtle Street on the near west side of Grand Rapids. Genevieve attended school at the Harrison Park School and then went on to Union High School. Unfortunately, Henrietta became very ill and Genevieve was forced to leave school after the 10th grade to help care for her mother. Wanting to do her part for her family, she also worked cleaning homes for different families around the city. Genevieve loved to dance and often attended dances at a dance hall in downtown Grand Rapids. It was here that she met a handsome young man named Francis Reed. Immediately attracted to each other, Francis soon asked Genevieve to marry him. She happily said “yes” and they were married on November 30, 1945. This blessed union produced 5 wonderful children – sons George, Francis, Stephen and Henry, and daughter Millison. Now Genevieve’s main focus was caring for her family, and as the boys got older, she became very active in the Boy Scouts. During this time, the family moved to Coral, Michigan, a community south of Howard City in Montcalm County. Genevieve and Francis operated a hardware store in Howard City, where she worked, while Francis drove 37 miles each way to work in Grand Rapids. After a while, the long commute became too much and the family moved to Dale Street on the northeast side of Grand Rapids, where Genevieve would make her home for the rest of her days. Their new enterprise was running the food concession at Union Station in downtown Grand Rapids. With her food knowledge and skills, Genevieve also was a cook and helped manage the Cottage Steak House on Jefferson St. Later on, Genevieve returned to cleaning, working for Grand Rapids Building Services, doing cleaning and custodial work in various office buildings. But the food business called again, and she began working for Profit Foods at the General Motors Plant in Grand Rapids. This was the firm that operated the lunch concession in the factory. She finally retired in 1982, after working most of her life. Genevieve loved being involved and was a member of the American Legion Auxiliary, the Ladies Auxiliary of the VFW and a member of FOE #301. She still enjoyed dancing and she and Francis were always ready for a good time. When at home, her constant companions were her beloved dogs, her “pups”. An avid collector of “smiley faces”, they were everywhere. They adorned her house, her kitchen, even her yard. In her kitchen could be found ”smiley faces” on aprons, canister sets, cookie jars, etc. In many ways they reflected her cheerful personality. As a child, Genevieve and her family had been members of the Second Methodist Church, now known as Faith United Methodist. While not an active member in later years, she faithfully spent her Sunday mornings watching Dr. Robert Schuler’s services from the Crystal Cathedral. After retirement, she and Francis had time to enjoy their place on Bills Lake in Newaygo County. It was here they would go for weekends when they were working and any other time when they needed to get away from the “busyness” of life and just relax. They both enjoyed working in the garden. Sadly, Francis died in 1988 after a lingering illness. Although life had been good to Genevieve, it also brought her great tragedy. Son Frank died in 1964 as the result of an auto accident. He was 24 years old. In 1994 son George died of a heart attack at the age of 56 and in 1998 son Stephen died of injuries sustained in an auto accident. He was 53. In spite of all that life dealt her, Genevieve Reed will be remembered as a hard working lady who loved to have a good time and loved to be with and take care of her family. The happy memories will live on in the hearts of her children, grand children and great-grandchildren. Genevieve M. Reed, aged 79 of Grand Rapids died Monday January 24, 2005. She was preceded in death by her husband Francis, her sons George, Francis and Stephen and one great granddaughter, her sisters Marie and Edna and her brothers Harold and Perry and her three companions Sadie, Barney 1 and Barney 2 and is now survived by her companion Oreo. Surviving are her son Henry “Hank” (Sharon) Reed of North Muskegon, daughter Millison “Millie” (Charles) Hughey of Kentwood, her daughters-in-law Linda Reed of Plainfield Twp., Jane Lee of Kentwood, Linda Smith of Stuart FL, 10 grandchildren, 26 great grandchildren, her brother John (Jack) Vander Weg of Cutlerville, several nieces, nephews and several adopted and foster children and grandchildren. Funeral services will be held Thursday at 11 A.M. at the Heritage Life Story Funeral Home, Van Strien – Creston Chapel, 1833 Plainfield N.E. with Dr. Bradley Kalajainen officiating. Interment to follow in Blythefield Memory Gardens. Mrs. Reed reposes at the funeral chapel where relatives and friends may meet her family Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 P.M. For those who wish, memorial contributions to the Hospice of Holland Home would be appreciated. Please visit Genevieve’s personal memory page at www.lifestorynet.com to share a memory or sign the online register book. Genevieve loved everyone very much and will be missed by all who knew her. The family would especially like to thank the staff of Holland Home Hospice, members of Cornerstone United Methodist Church, Dr. Michael App and staff, and family, friends and neighbors for their loving care, concern and support.
On 7 Aug 1943 when Genevieve M. was 17, she first married George Tomlinson Lee, son of Vern C. Lee & Nettie Edna Fields, in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Born ca 1825 in Coldwater, Branch County, Michigan.
On 30 Nov 1945 when Genevieve M. was 19, she second married Francis Reed in Grand Rapids, Kent County, Michigan. Francis died in 1988.