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Tom and Dawn Kroontje - January 17, 2010 - Email

Arvin, Barb, Julie, Rick and the extended Wester family, Our hearts break with yours at this time. Know that we are before the throne of our Saviour on your behalf: for good rest, for comfort, and for a peace that passes all understanding. With love, Tom and Dawn Kroontje

Eileen Staples Livick - January 18, 2010 - Email

To Michelle's family,

May your memories of Michelle help your tears turn to smiles.

One of my favorite memories of Michelle was when we went to Coupeville when they were filming a made for TV movie. While everyone was waiting at the dock for the "stars" Michelle and I decided we wanted to meet the Brian Keith and Patrick Duffy. So we walked up the hill to their trailers. When we arrived Brian Keith was in his trailer and Patrick duffy was sitting in a chair outside drinking from a styrofoam cup. We were giddy high school girls shocked to see a "real" star. Patrick Duffy was extremely nice to us and talked to us for about twenty minutes. He offered us a drink. Oh my goodness we were drinking champaign out of styrofoam cups with Patrick Duffy!! We took our picture with him and laughed all night long. I pulled that picture out this morning. There was Michelle with her huge smile..........

Eileen Staples Livick Virginia Beach Virginia

Susan Tucker - January 18, 2010 - Email

To my dear, dear friend, I know that our Heavenly Father is joyous that you have come home but oh my hear aches for us who are left behind. You brought so much sunshine into my life. Your welcoming smile, contagious laugh and unconditional love. Always putting others before yourself. I can picture you on the sand soaking up the sun watching the whales frolic in the surf. Save a place for me and we will again laugh and share good times and our love for each other. Bye for now my dear friend.

Shelly Dees MacKinder - January 18, 2010 - Email

I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle was always a very friendly and outgoing person. My most fond memory was when she got her convertible firebird or camaro, I forget which it was...but it was a very cold night in Oak Harbor and she picked up about 4 or 5 of us girls and we went crusing around OH in her new car. That was soooo much fun. That was my first and only experience of cruising OH. I've never forgotten it! :-) Michelle will be greatly missed, my thoughts and prayers go out to her family. I have peace knowing she is with her creator and pain free. May God's blessing be on you all. ~Shelly Dees MacKinder

Dan & Dona Rientjes - January 18, 2010 - Email

We love you.....and will see you Friday with Oma Alice. It will be a time of tears & laughter sharing about our Michelle.....there is no one like her!

Scott McDonald - January 18, 2010 - Email

My heart and prayers go out to the Wester family I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle was my first love, we met in high school she was the most sweet kind and caring person. That summer we had so much fun hanging out,we talked getting married and having 12 kids and being together for ever. Michelle you touched my heart and soul forever you will be greatly missed. Thank you Mr and Mrs Wester for letting Michelle be apart of my life it ment so very much to me. God Bless you all.

Debra Easterday - January 18, 2010 - Email

Wester Family, I'm sadden to hear of the death of Michelle. It breaks my heart to get this news. I understand the feelings that death cause us to feel. I know that each and every person that knows Michelle feels something different inside and please be understanding of each person's feelings. My last bit of advice is to give you and others time to grieve and there is no time limit for grief. I pray that you as a family will be able to help each other through this time of sorrow and confusion and also know when to leave each other alone to push through the harder feelings and stages. You are in my prayers.

Debra Easterday

Kristen Swinford - January 18, 2010 - Email

Wester Family I am so sorry for your loss. Knowing Michelle for the past few years, I know that loss will be great. Michelle had a wonderful gift for making everyone around her feel so cared for. Within minutes of meeting her she made you feel like you were lifelong friends.

Sam I am here for whatever you need, please let me know.

Melanie Marantz - January 18, 2010 - Email

Samantha and family-I only knew Michelle for awhile when you were all involved in my Girl Scout troop but she was also smiling and friendly to talk to. I am sure she is at peace and without pain now. Know that you are in my thoughts at this difficult time. Melanie

Gary and Carol Haveman - January 19, 2010 - Email

We send sincere love and prayers to Michelle's parents, Pastor Arvin and Barb. How hard it must be to lose a child. We rejoice that Michelle was also a child of God. She is now in his loving arms. Love, Gary and Carol Haveman

Roger & Sally Christensen - January 19, 2010 - Email

Dear Arvin and Barb, Our hearts grieve for you in the loss of precious Michelle. We have a huge prior commitment so will not be at the funeral service, but will certainly keep you in our thoughts and prayers. In His love, Roger and Sally

Indy Leenders - January 19, 2010 - Email

Dear Michelle its indy i just wanna say that you were a awesome teacher to be around at school! And I will miss that so much about you since your gone to heaven! Michelle you taught me how to be comfortably in my own skin and I always liked talking to you cuz you accepted me for who I am and you have touched mine and my moms heart so much when i was in school and i will miss u so much Michelle!! I about to cry whn I writing this!! Here is a song by Mariah Carey i was listening to and thinking of you!! Here is the whole i think you know that i care about you!!

Mariah Carey - Bye Bye lyrics

Lyrics to Bye Bye : This is for my peoples who just lost somebody Your best friend, your baby, your man, or your lady Put your hand way up high We will never say bye (no, no, no) Mamas, daddies, sisters, brothers, friends and cousins This is for my peoples who lost their grandmothers Lift your head to the sky 'cause we will never say bye

As a child there were them times I didn't get it but you kept me in line I didn't know why you didn't show up sometimes It's something more than saying "I miss you" But when we talked too All them grown folk things Separation brings You never let me know it You never let it show because You loved me and obviously There's so much more left to say If you were with me today face to face

[Chorus:] I never knew I could hurt like this And everyday life goes on like "I wish I could talk to you for awhile" "I wish I could find a way try not to cry" As time goes by And soon as you reach a better place Still I'll give the whole world to see your face And I'm right here next to you It feels like you gone too soon The hardest thing to do is say bye bye

(Bye Bye [3x]) Bye bye

And you never got the chance to see how good I've done And you never got to see me back at number one I wish that you were here to celebrate together I wish that we could spend the holidays together

I remember when you used to tuck me in at night With the Teddy Bear you gave to me that I held so tight I thought you were so strong That you can make it through whatever It's so hard to accept the fact you're gone forever

[Chorus]

(bye bye bye bye bye bye [3x]) Bye bye

This is for my peoples who just lost somebody Your best friend, your baby, your man, or your lady Put your hand way up high We will never say bye (no, no, no) Mamas, daddies, sisters, brothers, friends and cousins This is for my peoples who lost their grandfather Lift your head to the sky 'cause we will never say bye

[Chorus]

Trygve Johnson - January 19, 2010 - Email

Dear Barb and Arvin, Rick, Tim, and Jon -

I extend my deepest sympathies for your loss. I have no words other than to say I am sorry. I have only the fondest memories of Michelle growing up. I remember her huge laugh and smile. I remember her playing catch with me in the back yard with her huge softball glove. I remember her deep sense of love for all those around her. My prayers are with you and with you I lean into the grace that has no end. With love, Trygve

Hank & Marilyn Koetje - January 19, 2010 - Email

Arvin, Barbara and family

Our hearts are grieving for you as you face the physical loss of your precious Michelle. Our hearts rejoice in the knowledge that this is only a separation for a time and that we will be united with those precious ones who wait for us in the arms of Jesus. That reunion will last for all eternity!

We share your sorrow and send warm hugs and love.

Todd and Rosemary Wester - January 19, 2010 - Email

Michelle will be missed. Her loving and giving spirit were always evident in all she did. Thanking God for the hope that we have through Jesus Christ. Our prayers are with close family and friends whose daily lives are affected by the absence of her presence.

Charlene Mowbray-Noell - January 19, 2010 - Email

Michelle was a great friend of mine in high school. I have great memories of Michelle, Lisa, and myself. I went to my first "rock and roll" concert with Michelle. The Doobie Brothers at the Seattle center. The band that warmed up the Doobie Brothers concert was a "no name" band called Huey Lewis and the news. We (Michelle, Lisa and myself} decided to go up the space needle before the concert started. We rode up the elevator with Huey Lewis and the news. We didn't know they would be major music stars in the future. We had a great time. It was very memorable for us girls, whose parents were not too sure we should be in Seattle on our own, let alone at a rock concert. I have many other memories of Michelle that are all fun in remembering. I am saddened by her passing, and she will be greatly missed. Charlene Mowbray-Noell

Carol Broersma - January 19, 2010 - Email

Arvin, Barbara and family, I am so very, very sorry that your amazing daughter, Michelle is not here with us for now, but how I praise God for His promises and the assurance that Michelle is in Heaven and free. I know she is playing with dolphins and laughing! Often we laughed together until our sides and face would hurt. She was my dear friend and "bud" and I miss her so much. You all are in my constant prayers.

Michael&Freida Adamo - January 19, 2010 - Email

We never had the pleasure to meet Michelle but it was a pleasure to pray for her. We met her parents at Faith and we were very happy to be kept in their prayer requests for Michelle. Our sincere sympathy,Michael&Freida Adamo

kim and julian silva - January 19, 2010 - Email

Dear Arvin, Barb and family, we have only met Michelle at our church when she visited. But I will remember her smile and her kind hello, nice to meet you. I know you prayed for me when I was going through trials, and we have done the same for your family. Thank you for the prayer chain updates so that we could pray.May you feel God holding you extra close this week and beyond. We are so sorry for the loss of your lovely daughter and sister. Phil. 4:11,12,13 Love, Kim and Julian Silva and family

Belynda Wester - January 19, 2010 - Email

Oh, Michelle I'm going to miss you so much. You were such a great, loving, caring sister-in-law. I knew you for 17 years, and you were always there for me, when I needed someone to talk to. I will never forget that. You will always be in my heart. You are very special to me, I love you. Belynda

Lisa Tucker - Phillips - January 20, 2010 - Email

I just got the very sad news this morning of Michelle's passing. I too have such great memories of Michelle! The way she would light up a room with her smile, sense of humor and infectious laugh. Charlene and I had great "hangin' out" times with Michelle in High School and I will always remember how much everyone loved her! Michelle never met a stranger and never had an enemy. I was just thinking about Michelle this past week as I ran across a picture of her, me and Ladonna Mouw in our Burger King outfits sitting on Santa's lap. I don't think it was a coincidence that I thought about her this past week! I thank my Lord for great friends like Michelle and know that I will see her again someday when we will dance before Jesus and his great throne! I just heard the song "I was made to love you". The lyrics go on to say "I was made to find you, I was made just for you, made to adore you, I was made to love and be loved by you". That's indeed what Michelle is doing in the presence of her Lord and Savior...loving him and he in turn is loving her!

Don and Dianna Gaalswyk - January 20, 2010 - Email

To all of Michelle's family, Letting you know we are keeping all close in our thoughts and prayers. We did not know Michelle very well, but heard of her ofter from all of you and knew she held a special place in your hearts. I'm sure she will be greatly missed. Praise God the victory is ours!Now she enjoys the gift of eternal life! Our love and prayers, Don and Dianna Gaalswyk

brian vriesman - January 20, 2010 - Email

I was really sorry to hear about your loss. We'll certainly keep all of you in our prayers, and pray that you experience God's peace during this difficult time.

Bill and Janet Hudson - January 20, 2010 - Email

Although we never had the joy of knowing Michelle,we have been praying for her along with her family and many friends and so have come to feel a closeness.Barbara and Arvin,we send you and your family, our love and sympathy at this sad time,but know that,despite the tears, there is rejoicing,in that she is at peace and with her Saviour.God bless and give you comfort and peace.

Glenda Renes - January 20, 2010 - Email

I am so sorry for your loss. Michelle held a special place in all of our hearts. I remember her as a little girl in Grand Rapids, always fun and such a beautiul smile. She is dancing on streets of gold now! Blessings

Mr.& Mrs John Lekkerkerk - January 20, 2010 - Email

Our heart felt Sympathy to all of you for your lose. Just know we have been and will continue to pray for you. With all our Love, John and Wilma Lekkerkerk

Irene Wester - January 20, 2010 - Email

Michelle was a special person and had a great influence on the lives she touched. May the Lord give her family comfort and peace knowing she is with Him.

Kim Lara-Kane - January 20, 2010 - Email

Salem week at camp... I don't know if I was more excited to see the campers or hang out with you. Salem...Covering your house always gave us the opportunity to catch up and laugh for a while. Maui... the Mana Kai... You introduced me to this magical place so many years ago and when I return I will leave a memory there for you. You were bigger than life, always ready with words of encouragement, a steadfast friend who saw deep into the souls of all people and loved them with a genuine spirit for who they truly are. I should have gone up to see you and Sam and the girls when we reconnected and now I can't. You have left a huge hole in my heart and I send my love to your family. I am quite sure that you have given your girls the gift of loving others unconditionally and that Sam will continue to nurture that in them. Keep a space close to you for me when we can laugh again together my friend.

Kim

Karen (Davis) Huffman - January 21, 2010 - Email

Rev and Mrs Wester, Rick,Tim and Jon. I am really at a loss for words after hearing about your loss. It was a long time ago that I last spent time with Michelle. She was such a great roommate and an awesome friend. One of my favorite things that we did (and there were many)was just going over to your house and hanging out with you all. I can still hear her laughing as she would wrestle with her brothers. She loved you all so very much. She will be missed by many. My prayers and thoughts are going out to you, Karen

Chris Hennigs - January 21, 2010 - Email

Dear Family, I'm sorry for your loss. Michelle was a teacher of mine at Lynden Community Transitions. She was a great teacher

Kari Spellman Kelly - January 21, 2010 - Email

Michelle and I went to high school together. She was a bright light wherever she went. Knowing she is in the loving arms of her Savior gives me great comfort.

Teresa Westra Drew - January 21, 2010 - Email

Precious Michelle, you were a blessing to everyone around you and I thank God for you. One special memory is of us dancing with Salem residents at a Friday night sock hop. I look forward to seeing you again someday soon dancing in heaven. Our Lord is coming!!

Debra Mason - January 21, 2010 - Email

Michelle, you will be missed, but never forgotten. Love - Debra

Malia West - January 21, 2010 - Email

Michelle was one of a kind. She will be missed. I am so grateful to have known her, she has left a lasting impression on my life.

Malia

Marilyn Zylstra Hill - January 21, 2010 - Email

I was sorry to hear of Michelle's passing. My mom shared the emails you sent out and I joined in prayer for Michelle. I appreciate the openness in your sharing your faith and hope through out Michelle's illness.

John and Jennifer Zora - January 21, 2010 - Email

Dear Wester Family,

Both John and I were saddened to hear Michelle had passed away. And yet, don't we all feel a little envious that she is without any pain, without Cancer, and rejoicing at the feet of our Saviour! I have such great church memories of Michelle always pulling some kind of prank. But my fondest memories were camping at the KOA in Leavenworth every Memorial Day Weekend with First Reformed Church families. She was always ready for a good card game! May the God of Comfort be with you all as you celebrate her life and walk through these next weeks. Blessings, John and Jennifer (Van Der Werff) Zora

Kim - January 22, 2010 - Email

To Samantha and daughters Lexi and Ariana, I am sorry for the loss of your mother, friend, and partner. Even though I have never met her, I have heard about her from mutual friends and she sounds like someone I would be proud to call my friend. My prayers are with you during this time. God Bless You!

Sarah Froneberger - January 22, 2010 - Email

Sam, Lexi, and Ariana; I am so sorry for your loss. Chelle was an amazing person, affecting many people over her short life. My prayers are with you in this time of grief! Sam I will always be here for you and the girls.

Chelle, I can picture you up on the beaches of heaven looking down at us, no longer in pain. I love you! You will be sorely missed!

Linda Bishop - January 22, 2010 - Email

Dear Wester Family- Although I didn't know Michelle well I watched her several times working in the school cafeteria along with one of her students and she was amazing. She always had a smile on her face and postive words for the student she was working with. Michelle will be missed. Blessings to the family.

Todd & Debbie Lingbloom - January 22, 2010 - Email

Dear Family of Michelle...We are so sorry for your loss. Michelle was a wonderful christian lady who touched so many with her gift of joy! She made so many feel so very special!She shared her gifts with so many and it showed on their faces! May the Lord give you peace at this hard time and comfort you knowing she is at his side smiling! Blessings, Todd & Debbie Lingbloom

Shannon (Evans) Lawson - January 23, 2010 - Email

My heart is saddened by the news of Michelle's passing and the great loss the family is experiencing right now. I am overjoyed and rejoicing that she is in the Lord's presence and I will get to see her agian someDay! Although we lost touch with one another after I got married, (Michelle was one of my bridesmaids), I have never forgotten our friendship and how the Lord used her in my life as a loving instrument to lead me to my own personal relationship with Jesus....May the Lord of all peace and comfort shine His face upon your family and fill you with His love. God bless you guys and we are praying!

Tim - January 25, 2010 - Email

Michelle. Sister. Friend. I Love You. Thank you so much for always being there for me. You have always helped me when I needed you. My whole life, I cannot remember a time that you were not willing to share in my troubles and make things better for me, just because of who you were. There are times I?ve really made a mess of things, and you were always there to support me anyway. You didn?t write me off and give up on me. You always encouraged me. Even in these last months, when I needed you most, YOU were comforting ME and encouraging me to better myself. If only I could be more like you. If only I could learn to make a difference in peoples? lives the way you did. Oh, Michelle. Why did you have to leave me? It seems like such a waste? I wish you were here. I?m not alright? But, I?ll keep my promises to you. I?ll practice what you taught. I too will learn to make a difference, and carry on where you left off.

Ken Stryker - January 25, 2010 - Email

Ken Styrker from Salem wishes to say to Michille's family how sorry he and many other Salem resdients are about Michelle's death. They pray for your comfort and miss her. She was a good lady and fun.

Betty and Rob Rogers - January 25, 2010 - Email

Betty and Rob Rogers from Salem South wish to say that they are very sorry for your loss, that Michelle is now in heaven with God and suffers no more pain.

Cindy (Hazelett) Marshall - January 25, 2010 - Email

Michelle and Family- I was sad to see the news of your passing. I know you gave your parents, siblings, and friends great joy and many fond memories that they will treasure. I will never forget the day you moved into the neighborhood across the street from me! Finally, a girl in the neighborhood (and that liked sports and the outdoors)!! It was fun hanging out and just doing things around the neighborhood and the church. Peace be with you and your family.

Jane Fakkema Fikse - January 27, 2010 - Email

Wester Family, I think of you all and pray for you everyday. I remember how close your family has always been and how much Michelle loved you all. My best memories of Michelle go all the way back to Jr. High when we were "best buddy ol pals." I remember we would talk on the phone for hours and one night when she was home babysitting her little brothers, her parents were trying to call to check in. They tried for about an hour and finally gave up and asked the operator to break in. All they heard was girls laughing and they knew it was Michelle and Janie again. It didn't take much to start laughing with Michelle, she was a great friend and I'll never forget her. She touched so many lives with her love and friendship. My love to you all, Janie

Chuck and Jane - January 27, 2010 - Email

We loved Michelle because of her great laughter, her tender and warm heart, her friendly warm smile, loving hugs and her sincere friendship. We have deep memories with her at the cottage and grandma's 100th birthday party. Love ya Michelle, love Chuck and Jane.

Michelle Nguyen - January 27, 2010 - Email

I am shocked to learn that Michelle is gone I didn't know her very well. We both attend dialysis and sit across from each other when one of us would be sleeping the other would be awake. May you rest in peace another angel got its wings RIP.

xoxo Michelle

Meghan (Styer) Griffith - February 1, 2010 - Email

Michelle, You will be missed by us all, your such an awesome lady that brought so much to us all. You were a really outgoing and upbeat person, and you made school really fun. :) Gosh....I'm going to miss you so incredibly much. It was not that long ago that I saw you in your SUV, and I was like oh man I need to go visit her. Well you're in really good hands now Michelle, and I know that you're watching over all of us now. You will be missed. RIP Michelle

~Meghan (Styer) Griffith

Kara - February 3, 2010 - Email

Michelle was a very, very sweet and kind person. She touched my life greatly in just a few short months. She will be sorely missed. -Kara

Coral Greenwood - February 3, 2010 - Email

After living down the street from Michelle, my family and I came to know what a true friend and neighbor is. She welcomed us into her home like she had known us for years. I will forever remember her warm presence, gigantic smile and her genuine zest for life. My family and I are better people having known her. We will miss you 'chelle!! Much love, The Greenwood Family

Kristi Buskala Huffman - February 11, 2010 - Email

I was so sorry to hear Michelle lost her battle with cancer. Such a lovely life to leave this earth. I remember Michelle all the way from junior high through high school. She was so nice and had such a warm sense of humor. I'm so glad for all the people who's lives she touched with her wonderful gift of caring while she was here. All of us are better for having known her at different times in her life. God's blessings to her family, friends, and those she took care of. Kristi Buskala Huffman

TRACY (MORRIS) MEYER - April 14, 2010 - Email

Wester family, I just found out out about the passing of Michelle and I am so sorry. Michelle was one of my best friends through Junior High and High school. I was just looking through my scrap book of all the pictures of Michelle, Janie and I just the other day not even realizing she had passed. Janie had told my little sister who still lives in Oak Harbor and called me in Alaska. It just seems like yesterday that we were all clowning around. Reading Michelle's dedication doesn't suprise me at all of how she cared for other people. She always had a great big heart. Michelle will be missed.