Gerrit "Gump" Haaksma, age 80, went to be with his Lord and Savior, while surrounded by family and friends, on Friday, March 29, 2024. He was preceded in death by his brothers Elmer and John; sister, Freda Ann. He will be lovingly remembered by his son, Koen (Danielle); one grandson; siblings Helen (Jim), Reynold (Anita), Itwin (Mary), Andy, Ted (Lena), Freda, Ben (Sue), Betty (Jerry); sisters-in-law Alice and Mary; many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
Memorial services for Gerrit will be held 11 a.m. Friday, April 5, 2024, with visitation beginning at 10 a.m., at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center, Michigan 49315.
In honor of Gerrit, contributions may be made to Wounded Warrior Project. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresbyron.com in their guest book online.