Steven Peter VanValkenburg

Steven VanValkenburg, age 72, passed away at Spectrum Heart Center on January 8, 2022.

He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather. His grandchildren meant everything to him.  He was a Viet Nam veteran from August, 1970 to June 1972.  He served with the 101^st Infantry and Military Police during his service.  He retired from the United States Postal Service in 2011, and was a life member of VFW Post 702 in Wyoming, MI for over 35 years, where he was very active with veterans and was their Quartermaster for many years.  He was a volunteer at Grand Rapids Home for Veterans for over 30 years. 

He is survived by his wife, Sonya VanValkenburg of 53 years; his children Stephanie Dunn (Forrest), Russell VanValkenburg (Sarah), and Josh Wiser; Grandchildren Brayden VanValkenburg, Logan VanValkenburg, Isabelle Wiser, and Oliver Wiser; brothers James VanValkenburg (Candace) and Thomas VanValkenburg; sisters in law, Michelle Truskowski and Valerie Russell.  He also leaves behind many cousins and good friends. 

A small family only service will take place at Memorial Alternatives at 2432 Fuller Avenue N.E., Grand Rapids MI 49505 at 3:00 PM on January 21.  A public Celebration of Life will take place at a later date. 

Memorial contributions in his honor can be made to Grand Rapids Home for Veterans, 3000 Monroe N.E., Grand Rapids MI  49505 earmarked for their Fountain Restoration.  

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