Lorrie VanderArk Obituary
The family of Lorrie VanderArk (Grand Rapids, Michigan) announces her passing on May 31, 2026. Lorrie, born on August 21, 1940, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Lorrie VanderArk to show support.
She is survived by: her husband Dave; her grandchildren, Lies, Jim Garner, Lia Garner and Anneliese Garner (Hawken Paul); her children, Jane, Derek Ottens, Otto Ottens, Hendrik Ottens and Kees Ottens; her sister Esther (Jim Ritsema); and her siblings-in-law, Jan Heerspink, Pete and Judy Vander Ark. She is also survived by many nephews, nieces, and cousins.
The family has chosen to send donations to Opera Grand RapidsDonate Now (https://www.operagr.org) Donate to Charity The family has chosen to send donations to Lorraine VanderArk Education Scholarship at Calvin UniversityDonate Now (https://give.calvin.edu). Donate to Charity The family has chosen to send donations to LaGrave Christian Reformed ChurchDonate Now (https://forms.ministryforms.net).
