Ardith VanSledright's obituary , Passed away on January 17, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ardith VanSledright

January 17, 2026

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ardith VanSledright's obituary , Passed away on January 17, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Ardith VanSledright

January 17, 2026

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Ardith VanSledright Obituary

The passing of Ardith VanSledright of Grand Rapids, Michigan leaves a void in the hearts of many, as we bid farewell to a loving soul who departed on January 17, 2026. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her husband Elmer; and her siblings, Phyllis Vanderbilt, Gordon Bos and Richard Bos. She is survived by: her children, Julie Embalabala (Peter), Jill Veldkamp (Randall), Mark VanSledright (Dawn) and Michael VanSledright (Sheri); and her sisters-in-law, Connie Bos and Loraine VanSledright. She is also survived by 17 grandchildren; 12 great grandchildren.

In lieu of flowers, contributions in memory of Ardith may be made to American Red Cross of West Michigan, 3886 Broadmoor Ave. Grand Rapids, MI 49512, https://www.redcross.org or Michigan.

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1095 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

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1095 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508

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