Brenda Lee Bekker

Brenda Lee Bekker, age 58 of Hastings, passed away December 31, 2018 at Metro Health Hospital in Wyoming, Michigan.

Brenda was born on March 23, 1960 in Grand Rapids, Michigan, the daughter of Ralph and Lavada Sue (Molette) Slaughter.  She attended Northview High School.  She met and married the love of her life, Gary Bekker on February 3, 1979.  They enjoyed 33 years together, until his passing in 2012.

Over the years, Brenda worked for Grand Valley Co-Op Credit Union and Thornapple Valley Credit Union, where she retired in 2005, due to a car accident.   Brenda loved spending time with her two grandchildren, Levi and Ryan Bekker.  She especially loved having friends and family gather at her and Gary's home, before his passing.

Brenda was preceded in death by her parents, Ralph and Lavada Slaughter, husband, Gary Bekker, son, Joseph Lee Bekker, and brother, Darrell Slaughter.  She is survived by her son, Michael Bekker of Hastings, grandchildren, Levi Bekker and Ryan Bekker of Hastings, brother, Dennis (Cheryl) Slaughter. of Hastings, sister, Chrissy (Roger) DeHaan of Hastings, nephews, Shane Slaughter, Dan Slaughter, and Dewey Slaughter, nieces, Stacy Slaughter and Judy Dunn.

The family would like to express their deepest gratitude for all the kind words and support that they have received from everyone during this difficult time.

Graveside services will be held on Thursday, January 3, 2018 at 3:00 pm at Irving Township Cemetery, 4001 W. State Rd., Middleville, MI  49058.  Pastor Steve Olmstead will officiate the service.