Joel Bos underwent surgery to his right eye on Thursday, December 12. Doctors will remove a cataract before performing a cornea transplant. If the procedure goes well, the left eye will undergo the same treatment within the next few months.
Shirley VanDis underwent surgery on Tuesday, December 10, at Corewell Butterworth following a diagnosis of breast cancer. Please pray that the cancer is contained.
Ruth Berndt values your prayers for wisdom and discernment as she consults with her doctors regarding treatment options for her pancreatic cancer.
Mary Burgess returned home on Wednesday, November 27, following surgery to remove an ovarian mass. The original plan to pursue chemo has been replaced with an auto-hormonal treatment that should lesson the possibility of any additional cancerous growth(s). Mary is feeling well and is continuing to regain strength.
Tom Snoeyink returned home on Monday, December 2, following successful triple bypass surgery on Wednesday, November 27, at U of M Health West/Metro Hospital.
Connor Schwartz values your prayers for discernment as he seeks a surgeon and facility to perform a very specific cornea surgery. Please pray for the Lord to protect and strengthen his vision.
▪ Bonnie Beerens - Sunset
▪ Lloyd Bekkering - Sheldon Meadows ▪ Judy Benninger - Sheldon Meadows
▪ Ardith Bos - Home ▪ Donna Brower - Byron Manor
▪ Paul Brower - Sunset
▪ John Dekkinga - Sunset
▪ Ken DeVree - Home
▪ Corry Donker - Sunset
▪ Ginny Grasman - Sunset Manor ▪ Lois Groothuis - American House
▪ Janet Hoekstra - Raybrook ▪ Valda Levander - Home ▪ Harv Meeusen - Home ▪ Cornella Petroelje - Sheldon Meadows ▪ Ron Phillips - Georgetown Manor ▪ Mark Raglin - Home
▪ Bob Ricord - Home
▪ Lois Schut - Home
▪ Doug Steketee - Heritage Nursing/Rehab ▪ Tony Sturm - GR Veteran’s Home ▪ Eris Timmer - Royal Park
▪ Ellen VandenBand - Home ▪ Gene VanderWall - Sunset Manor
▪ Marlene VanKomen - Sheldon Meadows ▪ Karen VanOeveren - Home ▪ Jan Vruggink - Georgetown Manor ▪ Jean Walcott - The Oaks at Jamestown
Ann Whitmyer returned home on Tuesday, November 26, following a hospitalization for bilateral pneumonia and Covid. She will begin in-home PT/rehab the week of December 2.
Jackie VanHouten recently completed a CT scan, ultrasound, and lymph node biopsy to determine the potential recurrence of Merkel Cell Carcinoma. Please pray for prompt and clear answers--as well as a course of care and treatment.
Joshua Hower was released from Mary Free Bed on Saturday, November 23. He will continue to receive rehabilitation services as well as blood and platelets as an outpatient. Joshua and his family are very grateful for all the prayers and support throughout this process.
Randy VanDyke has been struggling with a labral tear in his hip causing significant pain. Please pray as he anticipates an upcoming hip replacement.
Melanie Karsten underwent outpatient shoulder surgery on Wednesday, November 20, at the St. Mary's Surgical Center.
Pat Glasser returned home on Friday, November 15, following back surgery on Tuesday, November 12. She began home-based therapy on Monday, November 18.
Brad Karsten returned home on Monday, November 4, following a hospitalization and treatment for a kidney infection, UTI, and complications with his breathing. An extensive course of follow-up care will include meetings with his pulmonologist, urologist, and sleep specialist.
Emma Brouwer began her radiation treatment regime on Monday, November 4. She will undergo five treatments per week for five consecutive weeks. Please pray for minimal side effects.
Henry Peuler returned home from the hospital on Saturday, November 2.
Deb Plooster returned home on Sunday, November 3, following a three-day hospitalization at Corewell Zeeland for treatment and care associated with her heart function.
Dennis Grysen was released from Zeeland Community Hospital following treatment for a slow heart rate. He is currently wearing a heart monitor to determine if additional care is required.
Bruce Takens returned home from Corewell Butterworth on Saturday, October 19, following a heart attack and triple bypass surgery. Please pray for increased strength and healing.
Butch Hanges is battling advanced-stage cancer. Please pray as he undergoes treatment and care at the Lack's Cancer Center.
