Lois Gertrude Dusseljee, age 98, of Holland, Michigan, passed away on November 10, 2026, and was welcomed into the presence of her savior, Jesus Christ. She was born on March 19, 1928, in Fremont, Michigan, to the late Henry and Reka (Rozema) Bode.
Lois was a graduate of Central Michigan University. On April 6, 1951, she married Warren “Bud” Dusseljee. While Bud was enlisted and serving overseas, Lois worked in her father’s shoe store.
An excellent seamstress, Lois sewed draperies and clothing for her children and she later put her talents to work as an assistant line lead at Prince Corporation, sewing automotive installation parts and training others to do the work.
Lois was a devoted wife and loving mother who supported her children in their gifts and talents. She loved her family dearly and was very proud of their accomplishments. With a true servant’s heart, she was known for her ministry to shut-ins and widows.
Lois loved to fish, camp, travel, and waterski. Flying kites while wintering in Gulf Shores brought her great joy. She loved to play music. She learned to play the piano as a young child. Later in life she learned to play the organ and mountain dulcimer. She started teaching others how to play in the “Off the Wall” Dulcimer Club, choosing that name to signify going beyond the beauty of the instrument as a wall decoration. She had many devoted and eager learners over the years, including one gentleman that handmade a mountain dulcimer with her favorite scripture scribed inside as a thank you gift for her instructions.
Lois is survived by her children: Rick & Pam Dusseljee, Karen & Darc Klomparens, Mary & Dan DePree and Lori & Dan Cole; she is also survived by 9 grandchildren and 12 greatgrandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband Bud Dusseljee and all six of her siblings and their spouses.
Funeral services are planned for 11:00am Wednesday, November 18, 2026, at Park Christian Reformed Church, 1496 West 32nd Street, Holland, MI 49423. Visitation is scheduled for 5:00-7:00pm Tuesday, November 17, 2026, additionally there will be visiting beginning at 10:00am on Wednesday prior to the funeral service. In lieu of flowers memorial contributions may be made to Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services.
Comments