John Alan DeRuiter Obituary
It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved John Alan DeRuiter (Grand Rapids, Michigan), who passed away, on July 19, 2025. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of John Alan DeRuiter to show support.
In the sacred silence of farewell, John Alan is released into the embrace of eternity, knowing that his light will continue to shine brightly in the tapestry of the lives of his loved ones. And as his memory is carried forward, may comfort be found in the knowledge that love is eternal, and that John Alan's spirit lives on in the beauty that surrounds us.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Andrew DeRuiter and Dorothy DeRuiter (Bremmer); and his brother Thomas DeRuiter. He is survived by: his wife Jessica; and his pet Max. He is also survived by his brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, and many nieces and nephews.
Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM at the Zaagman Memorial Chapel (2800 Burton St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546). A funeral service will be held on Wednesday, July 23rd 2025 at 2:00 PM at the same location.
In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the American Cancer Society (https://www.cancer.org).
