Donald Vander Hout

Donald W. Vander Hout, age 87, of Hudsonville, Michigan and Sun City Center, Florida, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 26, 2021. He was born May 22, 1934, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, to the late Willard and Catherine (Riemersma) Vander Hout. Don graduated from Central High School with the class of 1952. He was drafted by the United States Army where he proudly served his country. Don married the love of his life, Norma J. Bennink on August 28, 1965, in Grandville, Michigan. He worked 30 years for the City of Grand Rapids, retiring as the Labor Relations Supervisor. He enjoyed playing golf in his free time and throughout his 30 years of retirement. Survivors include his wife of almost 56 years, Norma; children, Randy Vander Hout, Vicki (Richard) Davidson; and grandchildren, Leanne & Lori. Don was preceded in death by his parents and two sisters. Per Don's wishes cremation has taken place and a private service will be held. Don's family would like to extend a special thank you to Spectrum Health Hospice for the care and help they have shown throughout this difficult time. Cremation arrangements were entrusted to Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care, Grand Rapids, 616-452-3006, exclusive providers of Veterans Funeral Care. To order memorial trees or send flowers to the family in memory of Donald Vander Hout, please visit our flower store.