Rowland Miles Jelsma Obituary
It is with great sadness that we announce the death of Rowland Miles Jelsma in Sparta, Michigan, who passed away on January 9, 2026, at the age of 81, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Rowland Miles Jelsma to pay them a last tribute.
As we bid farewell to this cherished soul, solace is taken in the memories held dear — the laughter shared, the wisdom imparted, the moments of quiet reflection in their presence. Though Rowland may no longer walk among us, his spirit lives on in the echoes of his kindness, the warmth of his embrace, and the light of his enduring love.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Mildred Jelsma and Marvin Jelsma; his children, Ronald Michael Jelsma and Ronda Michelle Randall (Erich); and his sister Sandra "Sandy" Vancoevering.
He is survived by: his wife Karen May Jelsma (Pearl); his sister Eloise "Ellie" Hyink (Harlan); Rene Maria Spivey (Gary), Rachel Melissa Green (Kevin) and Robyn Melinda Jelsma.
In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, either online at stjude.org or by mail to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place, Memphis, TN 38105, in memory of Rowland "Ron" Miles Jelsma.
