Linnay Ruth Balk Obituary
The memory of Linnay Ruth Balk of Holland, Michigan, who passed away on April 19, 2025 at the age of 82, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Linnay Ruth Balk to pay them a last tribute.
She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerrit DeLeeuw and Cornelia DeLeeuw (Van Gorp); her daughter Lisa Knooihuizen; and her husband Carl Balk. She is survived by: her grandchildren, Tom, Susan Steigenga, Matt and Allison Steigenga; her son-in-law James Knooihuizen of Holland; her sister Barbara Veeneman (Gordon); and her in-laws, Hazel Steigenga Smith, Dan, LaRae Steigenga, Sally, Bruce DeWit and Andy Stellingwerf. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews.
Memorial contributions may be made to the National Kidney Foundation.

April 22, 2025
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