Dale Brower

Dale L. Brower, age 82 of Byron Center, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ on Sunday, February 9, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents Al and Frances Brower; brother and sister-in-law Alvern and Sandy Brower; sister, Elaine Hoeksema; brothers-in-law Lloyd Warners and Steve Roelofs. He is survived by his loving wife of 61 years, Sharon (Idema) Brower; their daughters Gayle and Chuck Veenstra and Gwyn Kuiphof (Brower); grandchildren Jamie and Chad Rozema, Cory and Montana Veenstra, Ryan and Kacey Veenstra, Brandon Kuiphof, Shawna Kuiphof, Ciera Kuiphof and fiancé Zach Hirdes; great-grandchildren Charlie and Maverick Rozema and Cambell Veenstra; in-laws Paul Hoeksema, Arlene Warners, Jacque and Dick Bolt, and Judy and Bob (Roelofs) Kruzinga.

Dale retired from CSX Railroad after 43 years of service. He worked as a Carman and was the Head of the Safety Department. He was a lifetime member of First Byron Center CRC. He served for many years as a Cadet Leader, was involved in the choir, and was always willing to help with church functions and projects. For many years, Dale coached the girls church softball team at the Rec Center. Dale was an avid Detroit Lions and Tigers fan. He was a very faithful follower of South Christian High School sports and never missed a game when his grandchildren were involved. His voice could always be heard in the crowd! He treated his family to many trips over the years where many lasting memories were made. He and his wife enjoyed many weeks of camping during the summer months at Holland State Park where he hosted many hamburg fries and bought many ice cream cones for all!

The family would like to thank the nursing staff of Trinity Health Senior Adult Unit 3 Lacks. Their love and care for Dad through his toughest days, and the compassion shown for him during his hardest times will never be forgotten.

Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, February 17, 2025 at First Byron Center Christian Reformed Church, 8541 Byron Center Ave. SW, Byron Center. The family will receive relatives and friends from 2-5 p.m. Sunday, February 16, 2025 at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center, and Monday from 10-10:45 a.m. before the service at the church. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresbyron.com in their online guestbook. Memorial contributions may be made to South Christian High School Foundation or Byron Center Christian School Foundation.