Gladys Ritsema Obituary

We are sad to announce that, on May 18, 2026, at the age of 97, Gladys Ritsema of Jenison, Michigan passed away. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Gladys Ritsema to pay them a last tribute.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Gerrit Knoper and Sena Knoper. She is survived by: her husband Albert J.; her children, Rex, Lou Ann Kloostra, Nancy and Randy Kraker; her stepchildren, Douglas, Connie Ritsema, Curt, Theresa Ritsema, Barb and John Steffens; and her sister Mary Bultema. She is also survived by 10 step-grandchildren; 14 step great-grandchildren; two step great-great-grandchildren.

Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Corewell Health Hospice (https://give.corewellhealth.org).