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2023 Zeeland Memorial Day Commemoration

The city of Zeeland will recognize veterans for the sacrifices they made while serving our country with its annual Memorial Day events on Monday, May 29th. The Memorial Day Parade will start at 9:00 a.m. on Main Avenue in front of Cityside Middle School. The procession will go West on Main, will turn South on State Street, and will then turn East on Central Avenue. The parade route will end at Central Avenue and Maple Street.

Parade participants will include the Gilbert D. Karsten Legion Post color guard and drill team, veterans, local school bands, floats and schoolchildren. Veterans are asked to join the parade so that the community can offer a special salute for their service. Arrival time for veterans will be between 8:30 a.m. and 8:50 a.m.

“Veterans, please meet at the corner of Centennial and Main so that we can organize marching by your time in service,” said Zeeland Festivals Director Lynette Lan.

A Memorial Service will be held at the Zeeland Cemetery on Lincoln Avenue immediately after the parade.

“Veterans, please gather on Church Street near Lincoln Avenue after the parade for the procession into the Zeeland Cemetery. (Chairs will be available for veterans during the Memorial Day Service.) Veterans, family members and the public are encouraged to attend the Memorial Day Service so as to remember those who served in the armed forces from wars and conflicts from the United States Civil War to the present time,” she said.

During the Memorial Day Service, flags will be placed on the graves of veterans by members of our local scout troops. Serving as Officer of the Day will be U.S. Navy veteran, Ken Jipping. The singing of our National Anthem will be led by the Zeeland High School Band under the direction of Mr. Pujan Bhattarai. Pastor Shawn Gerbers from the First Christian Reformed Church of Zeeland will offer the Memorial Day Prayer. U.S. Army veteran Jim Donkersloot will read the roll of veterans who are buried in the Zeeland Cemetery, in national cemeteries or overseas. He will also deliver the Memorial Day Address. A Memorial Day wreath will be laid by U.S. Army Veteran Carl Van Ingen in honor of fallen service men and service women. Following the presentation of the wreath, the Gilbert D. Karsten Drill Squad will fire a gun salute to honor our fallen comrades and taps will be played. The ceremony will conclude with the singing of “God Bless America”. If it rains, only the parade will be cancelled. If the parade is cancelled, the Memorial Day Service will be held at 9:30 a.m. at the First Christian Reformed Church which is located on the corner of Cherry Avenue and Church Street in downtown Zeeland. Anyone who needs further information about the day’s events may contact Parade Marshall Lynette Lam at (616) 301-5041) or zeelandfestivalsinc@ gmail.com or Deputy Parade Marshall Jim Donkersloot at (616) 772-1943 (Home) or (616) 772-9000 (Office).

Civil Discourse Prevails at School Board Meeting as Parent Deliberate Books in School Libraries

What books are appropriate for students to read at school libraries and classrooms? It is a question facing school districts nationwide.

Last week Monday, May 15, sixteen members of the community attended the Zeeland Board of Education meeting some expressing concerns about homosexual and LGBTQ themed books in the district libraries. The group was split on the appropriateness of the books.

While the community members have attended the past several board meetings, only one formal complaint has been filed with the school district.

“The Board of Education has adopted a policy that outlines what steps are to be taken in text selection and reconsideration of textbooks and books that are included in the school district libraries,” said Assistant Superintendent of Secondary Curriculum Matthew Stolz.

In the district’s Text Selection and Reconsideration Guide part of the ZPS Library Mission is “All students should have access to a well-managed library where they feel safe to make individual choices around varied texts that both challenge and align with their values.”

“Ultimately, the goal is for every learner to develop a love for reading and learning,” he said.

The district has a 10-step process for handling formal complaints with curriculum and library materials.

The process begins with the stakeholder meeting informally with either the teacher

Spring Peddlers’ Market, An Artfully Curious Faire

Zeeland will host its ninth Spring Peddler’s Market and second Little Peddlers’ event, dubbed ‘an artfully curious faire’ downtown on Church Street between Main and Central avenues on Saturday, May 27 from 9am to 3pm.

Welcome Spring into your home by shopping at the Peddlers’ Market! The market will house a number of different curiosities, including but not limited to, locally handmade children’s clothing and accessories, screen printed clothing, art prints, flowers and botanicals. Handmade women’s jewelry, household gifts and goods, vintage furniture and décor, architectural salvage, handmade specialties including, fresh bread, handcrafted outdoor furniture, live music, food trucks, antiques and repurposed finds.

“This event has attracted a variety of vendors. From brand new businesses to well established ones – even young entrepreneurs! This year is the second Little Peddlers’ Market, where little kids with big ideas can peddle their items! It’s a fresh open-air lifestyle market for all of your favorite things in one setting,” says Kerri VanDorp, City Events Coordinator. Grab a cup of coffee and stroll Church Street and shop or enjoy an adult beverage as the event is within the downtown Social District.

This event has attracted over 80 different vendors from around the area, offering a large variety of items available for purchase, as well as special orders.

The event is sponsored by IC Designs.

or library staff to discuss the questioned material. If no resolution is made the stakeholder is referred to the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum to review ZPS’s library mission and the formal process for reconsideration.

A stakeholder who wishes to proceed with a formal reconsideration will be offered resources from the District Curriculum Office to review. Those resources will include ZPS’ library mission statement, selection policy, and the Library Bill of Rights. The stakeholder is required to complete and submit the reconsideration form to the school principal or district Curriculum Office.

“The material in question will remain on library shelves and in circulation until a formal decision is made,” said Stoltz.

Once a formal complaint has been filed the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum will create a Material Reconsideration Team that will consist of the Assistant Superintendent of Curriculum, at least two teaches representing grade level and content area, the District Media Specialist, at least two parent representatives and a student representative when appropriate. A Board of Education representative may also be appointed to represent the community.

“The committee will have an odd number of representatives, and the person making the formal complaint may not sit on the committee,” he explained.

The committee will be provided with copies of the questioned material,

Police Blotter

The intersection of Fairview Road and Riley Street was the scene of a two-vehicle crash at 8:45 a.m. on Monday, May 1. Kathy Bursley of Holland was east bound on Riley and quickly turned into the right turn lane at Fairview. She failed to check if the lane was clear and struck the east bound vehicle driven by Jessie Garcia of Holland. Bursley was given a verbal warning for improper lane change.

An accident occurred on Washington Avenue east of the Fairview Road intersection at 7:26 a.m. on Tuesday, May 2. Zachary Tebos of Hudsonville was traveling westbound on Washington when he failed to notice a semi was stopped in front of him in the fog waiting to turn into the Herman Miller driveway at 811 Washington. He attempted to avoid striking the semi by pulling into the east bound lane. David Veldhof of Zeeland was traveling in the east bound lane and attempted to avoid a head on crash by pulling onto the shoulder. While avoiding a head-on crash, Tebos sideswiped the Veldhof vehicle. Tebos was cited for driving left of center and causing the accident.

Two vehicles were involved in an accident at the intersection of State Street and Roosevelt Avenue at 11:29 p.m. on Tuesday, May 2. Josmar De Jesus of Holand was east bound on Roosevelt when he failed to stop for the flashing red light at State. He entered the intersection and struck the north bound vehicle driven by Nikki Phothisan of Holland. De Jesus was cited

Jose Bravo Dies at Age 60

Jose Luis Bravo, 60, of Zeeland, passed away on Friday, May 12, 2023.

Jose was born in Mexico and immigrated to the U.S. as a teenager. He worked for many years in production at Request Foods.

Jose was a devoted father and loved his children fiercely. He was always there for them and was always willing to lend a helping hand. His endless “dad jokes”, wisdom, and advice will continue to be treasured memories to his children.

Jose was a kind and gentle soul, with a heart of gold. He was a kid at heart and loved to laugh. He was a big jokester, could always be counted on to make everyone laugh, was the life of the party, and brought a smile to everyone’s face. He adored music and singing. Jose dedicated most of his life to teaching others about Jehovah God through the Bible

Sandra Martin Dies at Age 73

which was his greatest passion.

Jose will be remembered for his kind heart, generosity, his infectious laughter, humor, and his unwavering faith. He was an amazing person and will be deeply missed by all who knew him.

He was preceded in death by his father, Aureliano Bravo; and Reina Bravo.

He is survived by his children: Arasele Rogers, Filadelfo Martinez, Sulma Bravo, and Jose Luis Bravo Jr.; grandchild, Melanie Cruz-Leon; siblings, Miguel Bravo, Alma Lopez, Rocio Bravo, David Bravo, Noe Bravo; and mother, Carmen Flores.

A memorial service will be at 10:00 AM on Saturday, May 27, 2023, at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 S. State Street, Zeeland, MI, 49464. Following the funeral service, there will be a time of visitation with Jose’s family until 12:00 noon.

Mason Archer Dies at Age 58

Mason James (Jim) Archer, 58, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, May 14, 2023.

Jim was a supportive, kind, funny, smart, and witty man who loved his wife, children, extended family, and others unconditionally. He had a unique ability to make everyone feel welcome and included. He was passionate about his best friend Jesus, he was beloved by his church, and spoke of his faith often. He was deeply loved by his family and will be dearly missed.

Jim was preceded in death by his parents, Mason and Virginia Archer Jr.; and his father-in-law, Harold (Jack) Jacobs.

He is survived by his wife, Lisa Archer; children, Amber and Clint

Carol Bauter Dies at Age 73

Sandra Marie (DeHaan) Martin, 73, passed away peacefully May 14th, 2023, at her home in West Olive, MI surrounded by her loving family. Sande loved her family; she was married to Charles (Chuck) Martin for 53 loving years. They enjoyed golf cart dates, rides to the lake, farming, bowling, going on road trips to Shipshewana, hanging out with friends, and spending time with loved ones, they loved to take their granddaughters to the Apple Orchard to pick apples. She was the oldest of five children to Bert and Millie DeHaan. She loved her Daughter Kimberley Bush, and they loved to shop together and spend time together.

Carol Louise (Bosler) Bauter, 73 went home to be with her Lord on 18 May 2023 at Addington Place of Lakeside Vista in Holland, MI.

Lewin, Bethany Archer, and Jenelle Archer; grandchildren, Evelyn, Meredith, and Levi; sister, Cynthia Archer-Mitchell (Bill); brother, Stephen and Paul (Nickel) Archer; sister, Katherine Archer-Sullivan (James); mother-in-law, Kathleen (Joyce) Jacobs; and many nieces and nephews.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday, May 23, at Grand Rapids First, 2100 44th St. SW, Wyoming. Burial took place in North Holland Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers or memorial contributions, please consider serving the family by contributing to funeral expenses. Contributions can be made through https://www. gofundme.com/f/archer-

Raymond Klomparens Dies at Age 92

Raymond Dale Klomparens, 92, of Holland, passed away Thursday, May 18th, 2023, at American House after a brave fight with Dementia and Lung Cancer.

Ray was born in Holland, MI on December 9, 1930, and was a long-standing member of the American Legion, the Veterans of Foreign Wars (Post 2144), and Rose Park Reformed Church/ Peace Lutheran. He spent his early years working at Heinz and Holland Welding Service. In October 1950, he joined United States Army and served our nation in Germany and the Korean War as a Sargent.

He enjoyed spending time with friends and family in the Upper Peninsula, at Round Lake, and in Florida camping, fishing, and hunting. He was an avid golf and softball player and enjoyed spending many years with his extended family in Pine Hills subdivision.

Ray was preceded in death by his wife, Mary of 64 years; his granddaughter, Laura; and his parents, brothers, and sister. He is survived by his children, Donald Klomparens (Julie) of Holland, Gary Klomparens (Karen) of South Carolina, and Sally Kouw of Holland (Donald); his grandchildren Leah Abbott, Julie Riggs, Bryan Klomparens, Steven Kouw, Staci Kouw, Amanda Bailey, Bethany Klomparens, and Rachel Marshall; and his 15 great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, and nephews; and special lifelong friends Frank and Mary Fletcher.

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Sande loved to bake brownies and cookies with her granddaughters Erin and Jordan and great grand-daughter Alyssa, she loved her fall adventures with her sisters Deb and Sue. She was a lifelong member of Ottawa Reformed Church. Sande worked at her family business, DeHaan Oil Company for many years, followed by Lakeshore Eye Care for 20 years as their insurance coordinator.

Sande was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend to many.

She survived by her husband Charles Martin, her children Kimberley Bush/ Chris Wigginton, her grand-children Erin Wigginton/ Dakota Verheij and Jordan Wigginton/ Oliver Draper, and great grand-daughter

Alyssa Verheij, her siblings: John and Debbie DeHaan, Deb and Jeff Bing, Sue and Brian Vanderkooi and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by her parents Bert and Millie DeHaan, in-laws Clara and Fred Martin, her grandchild Matthew Bush, her brother Jim DeHaan, and brother-in-law Fred Martin.

A celebration of Sande’s life was held on Friday, May 19, at the Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State Street, Zeeland.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American heart Association.

A private interment will be in Olive Township cemetery on a later date.

She was born in Canton, Ohio in 1949 and she graduated from Minerva High School in Minerva, Ohio in 1967. Besides being a loving and faithful wife to Larry, she has been the keeper of the house. She, most recently, worked part-time at Holland Hitch in Holland, Michigan. Before the move to Holland, she worked part-time at The Lubrizol Corporation and Sears in the Cleveland, Ohio area. Prior to her marriage, Carol worked for the FBI and Kay Jewelers in Washington, D.C. and then at Gibbs Manufacturing in Canton, Ohio. She was a member of First Baptist Church of Holland. Carol volunteered to work for Marilyn Newman in the Special Ministries (now Helping Kenya Kids) office in Zeeland for several years. She was active in stamp collecting, flower gardening and photography.

Carol is survived by her husband of 48 years Lawrence Bauter, Jr., her father Harold Bosler, brother Duane (Wendy) Bosler, brother-in-law Paul (Maria) Bauter, sister-in-law Phyllis Haenisch, sister-in-law Bonita (Steven) Stubblefield, and several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her mother Virginia Martin Bosler, her parents-in-law Lawrence Emanuel Bauter and Winifred Jones Bauter, brother-in-law Jeffrey Haenisch, and Nathan Hemmes.

A funeral service to celebrate Carol’s life was held on Tuesday, May 23, at First Baptist Church of Holland, 1066 E. 8th St., Holland. A second service took place on Thursday, May 25, at Bishop & DeSanto Funeral Home, 22 N. Main St, Avoca, NY. Burial followed at Valley View Cemetery.

If desired, friends may make memorial/honorary contributions to First Baptist Church of Holland or Careline Hospice of Grand Rapids.

Marilyn Brouwer

Dies at Age 91

Marilyn Carol (Mulder) Brouwer, 91, of Holland, passed away Thursday, May 18, 2023, at Lakeside Vista in Holland.

Marilyn was born March 3, 1932, to Paul and Katherine Mulder. She worked in Holland throughout her lifetime, starting out at Russ’ and continuing later with Baker Furniture, Pent Electric, Hope College, and Holland Central Trades Credit Union and finally retired in 1997. Marilyn was a member of the Program Advisory Council Member of Evergreen Commons, board member at Central Village Condo’s, and a Senior Dutch Dancer; along with volunteering for International Aid and Evergreen Commons

Marilyn was preceded in death by her daughter, Jan (Brouwer) Smith in 2005.

Marilyn is survived by her son, Randy (Kathy) Brouwer; grandchildren, Steve and Andy Smith; Virginia and Mike Thome; 6 great grandchildren; 3 great great grandchildren; and her brother, Dr. Paul (Pamela) Mulder.

A service to celebrate Marilyn’s life was held in the Chapel at Restlawn Memorial Gardens for immediate family only.

Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www. lakeshorememorial.com for the Brouwer family.

Arlene Zachary Dies at Age 85

Arlene Mae Zachary, 85, of Holland, passed away Friday, May 19, 2023, at Appledorn Living Center in Holland.

Arlene was born May 24, 1937, to Nicholas and Jeanne (Plantinga) Dykema. She was a lifelong resident of the Holland area, working for Lakeview School and Evergreen Commons for many years prior to her retirement. She attended Central Wesleyan Church and Saugatuck CRC for many years. Arlene enjoyed going to breakfast and lunch with her family and friends.

She will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Arlene was preceded in death by her husband Eddie in 2004, and son-in-law William G. Lubbers in 2021.

She is survived by her children Lori Lubbers, Kathy Sears, Cheryl and Darwin Van Orman, and Edward and Theresa Zachary; 12 grandchildren Daniel Riemersma, Jason Zachary and Alyssa, Erikka Van Orman and Chris, Andrew And Alexis Lubbers, Tyler and Stacey Jiles, Kathryn Webb, Malea and Zack Burel; 12 great grandchildren, Daniel, Vivian, Mazie, Elaina, Colton, Jordan, Tempy, Austin, Nova, Zachary, Michael, and JJ; brother-in-law Mike and Helen Zachary; several nieces and nephews; and special friends Joann Zuwerink, Barb Israels, and Dave Prins.

A funeral service to celebrate Arlene’s life was held on Wednesday, May 24, at Lakeshore Memorial Services, 11939 James St., Holland. Burial was in Pilgrim Home Cemetery.

Memorial Day Bass Fishing

By Jack Payne

Memorial Day weekend is a time for family and friends to camp, enjoy a cook-out and to go bass fishing. Just like opening day of archery and gun deer hunting, I just need to go bass fishing. It’s a tradition and it’s fun. Hopefully these tips will help you and not offend a purist. Opening day bass fishing can be summed up quickly, think shallow water and structure. Fish the shade, one side of any structure will have more shade than another section due to the position of the sun. Look for any type of stick ups, logs, stumps AND always bump the target with the lure. Never be scared to cast to cover, the fish will be there. Take a tip from a golfer, practice casting in your back yard. Start with a pail twenty feet away and slowly move further as your performance improves.

Fish the spot on the spot, fish the piece that is different from the rest, small pockets within a weed bed or a few rocks. Look for clay or mud hump in a clean area, etc. Bass will hide or sit tight to any changes on the bottom.

Learn how to use side scans. Watch a few videos on this and you will pick it up quickly. The beauty of side scan is that you can cruise slowly along a shoreline staying eighty feet out. You will spot actual fish, logs, rocks, beds and much more. This is a time saver. I save a waypoint whenever we catch a fish. Later we will go over that spot and verify if there was a good reason for the fish to be there or just a fluke.

I like weightless bait when working real shallow water. One of my favorites is the ole K&E bass Stopper worm that is anise scented. This lure will slowly sink with the look of a real crawler that wiggles and twitches as it descends to the lake bottom. Another great plastic worm is the Charlie Brewer Slider Worm and the Do Nothin method. When I get to depths of say six feet or more, I add a number seven split shot. You can fish this bait over the weeds, let it slither down into open pockets, crawl it over a log or bump a dock with it.

This is not where it can get dicey. Folks live crawlers and minnows work great. Whenever we use live bait, we use circle hooks. Rarely will you get a deep hooked fish when using a circle fish. Fish live bait in the same manner as a plastic worm. You can also use a crawler harness rig such as those offered by Northland Tackle. When fishing with a crawler gives it a shot of air in the tail. It will add a touch of buoyance. You should consider using a spinnerbait. I love spinners. You can fish a spinner in much the same way that you would fish a plastic worm or a jig. If the fish are on a hot bite, crawler harness rigs and spinners fish faster.

At times we will cast out a spinner, free fall it to the bottom and hop it in. Other times we will slowly roll it into and over bottom obstacles. When fishing weeds we reel it in just over the weed tops and let it drop into any openings. Spinners and jigs are the most versatile baits that any angler could use.

Speaking of jigs, I love them. If I was given one choice, it would be a jig. You can jig it, swim it in and fish them under a float. You could use a floating jighead with a minnow or half of a crawler. My first option is adding a plastic action tail or the Brewer Walleye/Bass Grub. I just love the action tails with their versatility. Second, a piece of a crawler works great. Get out on Memorial Day weekend and make some memories. Don’t forget to visit Grand Valley Sport Shop for your bait, lures and up-to-date information.