Zola "Bitsie" Van Deraa's obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2025 in Bridgman, Michigan

Zola "Bitsie" Van Deraa

May 20, 1927 - April 29, 2025 (97 years old)

Bridgman, Michigan

Zola "Bitsie" Van Deraa's obituary , Passed away on April 29, 2025 in Bridgman, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel

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Zola "Bitsie" Van Deraa

May 20, 1927 - April 29, 2025 (97 years old)

Bridgman, Michigan

Zola Van Deraa Obituary

We are sad to announce that on April 29, 2025 we had to say goodbye to Zola Van Deraa (Bridgman, Michigan). You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Elmer Livers and Florence Livers; and her son Michael Van Deraa. She is survived by: her daughter Violet; her mother-in-law Florence; her children, Cynthia Rae Ellis (Steve) and Kirk Van Deraa (Cheri); her grandchildren, Julie, Lauren, Arielle, Elizabeth, Jessica (Carmin) and Liam (Xiomara); her great grandchildren, Bishop, Griffin, Gage, Drayven, Blayze, Vivienne, Naomi, David and Wolfgang; and also, Bitsie and Naomi.

She often recounted personal memories tied to momentous events, including the Dust Bowl, the Great Depression, World War Two, and a global pandemic.

In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Fernwood Botanic Garden, 13988 Range Line Rd., Niles, MI 49120.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Pike Funeral Home, Boyd Chapel



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