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1964 - 2008
 James A. Tiesenga age 43 of Grattan Township Belding went to be with his Lord on Saturday January 12, 2008 at his home. He was born in Grand Rapids on October 6,1964 the son of Andrew and Elaine Boomstra Tiesenga. Jim married Deborah J. Weeks on May 16,1986 and worked in sales for Applied Handling of Byron Center and was formerly with State Supply Co. of Grand Rapids. He was a member of Gideons International, World Mission, where he served on several mission trips, past board member of Rockford Christian School and was a member of Faith Baptist Church of Greenville.
He is survived by his wife Deborah and their children; Michael, Anna, Sara and Emily, his parents, Andrew and Elaine Tiesenga of Dutton, his brothers and sister, Gary Tiesenga of Palatine IL, David (Jane) Tiesenga of Grand Rapids, Debra (Roger) Offringa of Caledonia, Steven (Tanya) Tiesenga of Byron Center, Mark (Denise) Tiesenga of Canton, his wifes family; her mother, Judith Weeks of Belding, her brothers, David (Beverly) Weeks and John (Corrina) Weeks all of Belding and Rick (Cathie) Weeks of Olive Branch, Mississippi, many nieces and nephews, aunts, uncles and cousins.
His father-in-law Lyle Weeks preceded him in death in 2006.
A memorial service will be held on Thursday January 17, 2008 at 1 PM from Faith Baptist Church Greenville with Rev. Robert Winter officiating. Burial will be in Ashley Cemetery, Belding. Visitation will be held at the Hurst Funeral Home, Greenville on Tuesday from 7-9 and Wednesday from 2-4 and 7-9 PM. Memorial contributions may be given to Gideons International or World Mission, 1701 Porter SW, Wyoming MI 49509.
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There are currently 17 condolences.
ELisa (Human) Alber
Tuesday April 1, 2008 at
4:41 PM
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Deb and Kids,
I was just reading a few of the other obits and found Jim's. I am so sorry for your loss. I wish I would have know cause I would have come to the funeral. No one in my family knew either! I will keep you in my thoughts always. E.Lisa
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Loni Vander Stel
Monday March 24, 2008 at
11:42 PM
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Deb - I was just reading another obit here, and I saw your husband's name. I did not know before this. I am so sorry for your earthly loss. May God give you & your children the peace that passes all understanding during this time.
Loni Vander Stel
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Karin Kwiet
Wednesday February 6, 2008 at
6:21 PM
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Dear John and Corina, I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your Dad and Brother-in-law. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family, as well.
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Neil and Judie Schmachtenberger
Tuesday February 5, 2008 at
9:46 PM
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Dear Deb and Family,
We continue to pray for you and the kids as well as the rest of us who truly miss the guy Jim was, the Lord's man. We can only imagine what Jim is experiencing with Jesus. Judie and Neil
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Tom Bratt
Friday January 18, 2008 at
4:29 PM
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My condolences on your loss. Although I hadn't seen Jim in at least 25 or 30 years, the countless hours we spent with our MatchBox cars in the sandbox, saving the world with our G.I. Joes, playing Nerf football, riding our bikes and just hanging out are very fondly remembered. I couldn't have asked for a better friend.
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Brian and Melinda (Noe) Gelder
Thursday January 17, 2008 at
11:16 AM
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Dear Deb, Michael, Anna, Sarah, Emily and the Tiesenga and Weeks families,
We are so sorry to hear of Jim's illness and death. We are praying for comfort and peace for you all.
Love,
Brian and Melinda (Noe)Gelder,Lia, Marcus, Owen and RubyJoy
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Paul and Lynda Barkley
Thursday January 17, 2008 at
11:13 AM
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What sorrow to have to bid an earthly farewell to our dear fellow Gideon Host but what a JOY to know we will be reunited with him in glory one day. Our thoughts and prayers and with you, Deb, and the children. We know God will give you the comfort you need in the days ahead and through it all we will give Him the praise and the glory!
Love in Christ,
Paul and Lynda Barkley
Mississippi
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Troy West
Thursday January 17, 2008 at
5:24 AM
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What a loss. Jim was an awesome person. Always there to help someone. I have been on mission trips with Jim and will always remember his hard work and dedication. I loved Jim's booming laugh and gigantic bearhugs. I'll miss you Jim.
Troy
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Phil Warners
Wednesday January 16, 2008 at
5:23 PM
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Deb and the rest of the Tiesenga Family,
Greetings to each of you but at the same time I wish to tell you how sorry I am that you have to endure such a sad thing. Death is such a weird thing, especially when it seems to happen in ways that are not a part of our plan. You perhaps may remember that my extended family suffered a tragic "too young" death experience this summer in the death of my sister's daughter. Jim's death, although he had been ill for a while, is still one of those "too young" deaths.It is never easy. And there are times when it even sounds trite to say that God is still in control through it all. Hang in there. The grief will come in waves, but hang in there. Jim was a good man and you were blessed to have him as a father, a husband, a brother, and a son. Blessings to each of you.
Phil Warners
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Jennifer Krygier
Wednesday January 16, 2008 at
4:46 PM
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Anna and family, I send my sincerest condolences to you in this time of hardship. However, one can take comfort in the fact that he is now with the Father in splendor and will always be with you in spirit. I keep you in may prayers always that God will grant you peace during this difficult time. I look forward to Anna's return to Stafford when the time is right.
Sincerely,
Jennifer Krygier
"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength."
Phillipians 4:13
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Lyle & Betty Shetler
Wednesday January 16, 2008 at
11:30 AM
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Our love and condolences go out to Deb, the children, and Judy, our Gideon friends from the times at State Convention where Jim & Deb ministered to our grandchildren. Kate & Kacy send their love & regards also.
We are placing 5 Gideon Bibles in Jim's memory, and you well know the impact of those scriptures. God bless you at this time
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Rev.Paolo and Paola,Pablito y Paz....."CHILE"
Tuesday January 15, 2008 at
9:40 PM
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Para Deb y su Familia...con lagrimas en nuestros ojos y nuestro corazon quebrantado , Honramos a un gran Hombre de Dios , lleno de Pasion, fuerza, compasion por las almas el cual marco nuestras vidas y la de una Iglesia en Chile ....damos nuestras condolencias y Oraciones a su Familia.Entendemos muy bien lo que estan viviendo,tristes pero a la vez alegres porque estamos seguros que nuestro Amado hermano esta su Gloria con jesus....Querida Deb e hijos animo y fuerzas en Dios les amamos mucho desde Chile con Amor y Respeto....Familia Valdebenito Rivera pppp....
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Ashleigh Scheid
Tuesday January 15, 2008 at
4:47 PM
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I was very sorry to hear about Mr. Tiesenga. I went to school with his kids since i was in Kindergarten. He was a really awesome guy and will be truly missed!!!
Love,
Ashleigh
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Tom & Nan Carter
Tuesday January 15, 2008 at
1:08 PM
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Deb and family. As we have been in prayer for Jim and your family so we will continue to daily pray for you and your family.
The memories that stand out the most for me (Tom) were the times of laughter and of prayer Jim and I shared together. In fact his laugh was the first thing that came to my mind when I heard he was with our Lord. We wondered in amazement and laughter how our great God could hear the prayers of a "Wolverine" and a "Badger" or "Spartan" when offered up together, without picking one over the others! It was a great treasure to have shared some time with a special friend like Jim.
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Johna Merritt
Tuesday January 15, 2008 at
11:04 AM
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Dear Deb and Family,
I am so sad to hear of your loss and what you must have been going throught during this time and now.
I will never forget the time spent with you and Jim on our Mission trip to Chile and will always remember Jim as a wonderful person so full of happiness and his faithfulness to the Lord in serving others. I am sure he is still doing what he loves in heaven and we will enjoy his smiling face again someday. With all my Love and Prayers for you. Johna
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Diane and Steve McQueen
Monday January 14, 2008 at
9:39 PM
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So sorry to hear about your loss.We Were so shocked. We will be unable to see you at the services, but our thoughts and prayers are with you!
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Ben Bratt
Monday January 14, 2008 at
5:37 PM
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So sorry to hear of Jim's death. He's part of many of my fondest childhood memories.
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