Kenneth “Doc” DeWeerd, age 90 of Wayland, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, August 12, 2020. He was preceded in death by parents Marion and Margaret DeWeerd; brother, Hugh DeWeerd; and sister, Melanee Kahlor. He is survived by his children Ken DeWeerd, Marijane DeWeerd, Wayne DeWeerd, Nicholas DeWeerd and Ashley (Bob) Swainston; grandchildren Nicholas Oglesbee, Lindsay (William) Beattie, Tyler DeWeerd, Trevor DeWeerd, Kaiden DeWeerd, Gavin DeWeerd, Carson DeWeerd, Dane Swainston, Kendal Swainston; great-grandchildren Landon and Nolan Beattie; sister, Lorraine (David) Hammond; several nieces, nephews, extended family, and many friends.
Doc was an icon in the Wayland community - providing his veterinarian services for over 55 years. Stories shared of how Doc saved their family’s animal, be it big or small, were shared many times with his children. His career took up most of Ken’s time but in his free time he enjoyed horses, Dixieland music, and a good scotch.
The family would like to give a special thank you to the many friends at the Auction House Café and all of the caregivers who helped Ken in his final years.
A memorial service to celebrate Ken’s life will be held when the current Covid-19 concerns are over.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Blessed Edge AFC - a community placement home for severely developmentally disabled women - where Marijane resides: P.O. Box 377, Plainwell, MI 49080.
The family welcomes memories and messages in their online guest book at www.kubiakcook.com.
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