Vernon was born in Holland March 29, 1934 to John and Marie (Hoezee) DeWitt.
He was a veteran of the United States Air Force, a member the VFW, and a life member of the Michigan Snowmobile Association, where he served as President for a period. Vern worked as a roofer, and was the owner of DeWitt Roofing.
He was preceded in death by his Wife Marvel DeWitt; parents, John DeWitt and Marie Hoezee; siblings Stuart DeWitt, Julia Allen, and Donna Ensing.
He is survived by his daughter and grandson: Michele and Mason DeWitt of Zeeland; son Scott (Sherry) DeWitt of Cedarville; Stepchildren Dick (Barb Kadwell)
Bowers, Pam (Matt) North, Sheila (Mark) Richardson, Penny Snyder, and Char Mercer all of Cadillac; special friend Lois Bernheisel of Zeeland; Grandchildren and great grandchildren.
A memorial celebration of life is being planned for March 2021 and will be announced later.
Please visit www.lakeshorememorial.com for further information.