William "Bill" Bolman

William (Bill) Bolman, age 89, of Jenison, MI (formerly of Zeeland), died peacefully at his home on Thursday, January 22, 2026, surrounded by his wife and family. Bill was born on March 29, 1936 to William and Janet Bolman. He was raised on the family farm in Fillmore Township along with his older sisters, Caroline and Joan, and younger brother, Eugene. He graduated from Holland High School in 1954 where he participated in Cross Country, Track, and Band. In 1955, Bill enlisted in the US Army. He completed basic training at Fort Leonard Wood, MO. He then served for two years at Rhein-Main Air Base in Germany and at an Air Force Base in England as a special contingency of Army with AirForce (SCAWAF). During his service time he valued the relationships with other service members, and traveling through Europe, including making connections with relatives in the Netherlands. After returning from service, Bill met and married Marilyn Koster in 1959. They settled in Zeeland, where they raised three children, Patti, Janna, and Doug. He was employed by Zeeland Chemical for 39 years. The family enjoyed many camping trips within Michigan and across the U.S., as well as trips to visit family. In later years, Bill and Marilyn also enjoyed trips to Arizona in their motor home as well as trips to Europe. Bill was a lifelong member of First Reformed Church in Zeeland, where he served on consistory as both elder and deacon. His Christian convictions and commitment often shone through in his many volunteer activities and in the church community. Bill was blessed with five wonderful grandchildren, Alex and Glen Mc Cormick, Ashley, Kristina, and Austin Bolman. Most recently he experienced the greatest joy in his life by welcoming great-granddaughter, Ruth Jacqueline Yonker. Bill had many hobbies and interests throughout his life: traveling, biking, gardening and any and all sporting events, especially if they involved his grandchildren or the Zeeland Chix or Hope Dutchmen. He highly valued relationships, which he made easily and kept for a lifetime. Later in life, Bill was again blessed to meet and marry Kay Vande Bunte in 2010. Together, they were able to continue to travel around the U.S. and Europe. They enjoyed many activities and events locally also. Bill was extremely grateful to have Kay at his side through many good times, but also as his committed caregiver. The family is grateful to Kay for her loving caring of Bill. Also thank you to the staff and residents of Sunset Village, where Bill and Kay lived for the past six months. You gave Bill so much care and enjoyment. Special thanks to Corewell Health Hospice care team - Angie, Brian, and Holly. Bill was preceded in death by his parents, his first wife Marilyn and sisters Caroline Voss and Joan Bolman. He is survived by: his wife Kay; brother Eugene (Lois) Bolman; daughters Patti Mc Cormick (Richard Totino), Janna (Evan) Dawdy, son Douglas (Tracy) Bolman; grandchildren: Alex Mc Cormick (Elizabeth Gonzalez), Glen Mc Cormick, Ashley (Reece) Yonker, Kristina Bolman, Austin Bolman (Chloe Klamt), and great-granddaughter Ruth Jacqueline Yonker. Funeral services will be 12:00 noon on Monday, January 26, 2026, at First Reformed Church of Zeeland, 125 East Lincoln Ave. Zeeland, MI 49464. Visitation will be 2-4 PM on Sunday, January 25, also at First Reformed Church. Additionally there will be visitation beginning at 11:00 AM on Monday prior to the funeral service. Burial will be in West Drenthe Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be given to Harvest Stand Ministries. Arrangements are by Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State Street, Zeeland, MI 49464. To leave condolences online, please visit www.yntemafh.com.

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William "Bill" Bolman

March 29, 1936 - January 22, 2026