Frank Donald Kolenda, age 76 of Grand Rapids, was taken to his heavenly home (which he looked forward to) on Saturday, May 29, 2021. He is survived by his wife, Dorotha Kolenda; brother, Dan (Pat) Kolenda; six children and 12 grandchildren Kristine (Alex, Jordan) Shavinski, Steven and Janie (Grace, Rainey) Kolenda, Bill and Alicia (Will, Drew, Alivia, Izzabella) Kolenda, Mary Beth and Rob (Kaylyn) Richardson, Lisa and John (William) Dewhurst-Walker, Stephen and Christine (Grace, Leah, Jeremiah) Ruedger; one great-grandson, Gideon; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Frank was a well-known certified professional photographer for 40 years in the Grand Rapids area. He was a charter member of the Photographers of West Michigan. His photos won many awards which were presented at the Photographers of Michigan convention each year.
For 12 years, Frank was a faithful member of New Life Baptist Fellowship. He was the assistant treasurer there for several years. For 20 years prior, he was a member of the Woodward Baptist Church, being a faithful member in both churches.
Visitation will be held from 2 - 4 and 6 - 8 p.m. on Friday, June 4, 2021 at Cook Funeral Home, 2067 84th St. SW, Byron Center, Michigan. Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Saturday, June 5, 2021 at New Life Baptist Fellowship, 6252 Burlingame Ave. SW Byron Center, MI 49315, with visitation from 10 - 10:45 a.m. prior to the service. Pastor C. Powers Payton officiating. Immediately following the service, a luncheon will be held. Interment will follow at Sumner Community Cemetery at 2:45 p.m.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to New Life Baptist Fellowship or Mel Trotter Ministries. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresbyron.com.
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