Ardith Ondersma

Ardith Ondersma, age 84, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, January 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her husband, Arthur Ondersma. She is survived by her daughter, Sharon (Michael) Emery; son, William Joling; grandchildren Jason Emery, Zachary (Haley) Troyer, Meagan (Steven) Merdzinski, Zina Emery, Renton Joling; sisters Ruth Meilstrup of Sante Fe, NM and MariBeth (Niko) Alexandrou of Boston, MA; and many nieces, nephews, and friends.

Ardith lived a life of love and devotion to her Lord and family. She was the most supportive mother, grandmother, and sister. She enjoyed road trips across the U.S. with Art in their Model A, visits to see her beloved sisters in Boston and New Mexico, and numerous bus trips with friends. Ardith kept busy singing in her church choir as a longtime member of Rosewood Reformed Church. She enjoyed her Bible studies at Rosewood Reformed and later Blythefield Baptist Church when she could no longer travel to Rosewood.

Ardie enjoyed fellowship and made many memories as a member of the Red Hat Society. She loved to joke with staff at Boulder Creek Assisted Living where she spent her final years. The family would like to thank all her caregivers, with a special mention to Kathy, Carmen, Mumina, and Devan who became family to Ardie.

Visitation will be held from 4 - 7 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13, 2021 at the Cook Memorial Chapel (East building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, Michigan. A private family service was held (link to video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bgqxEcxZCKw&feature=youtu.be) with interment following at Georgetown Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers and in memory of Ardith, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer’s Association West Michigan Chapter, 213 Sheldon Blvd, Grand Rapids, MI 49503. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.