Shirley Verspoor

Shirley Jean Verspoor, age 83, entered her heavenly home February 5, 2026. Shirley was born in Grand Rapids, January 16, 1943 to the late Simon Sr. and Hilda (Krikke) Bruinsma. She was also preceded in death by her sister, Dorothy Willemstyn; brother, Simon Bruinsma Jr.; and in-laws, Wayne Verspoor, Chester Willemstyn, and Judy Bruinsma. Shirley was a longtime member of Woodlawn Christian Reformed Church and dedicated to many ministries there over the years. She was an educator and also volunteered for many years at New 2 You thrift shop in support of the Grand Rapids Christian schools. Shirley loved the Lord and her joy was made complete as a loving wife, mother and grandmother. She is survived by her husband of 60 years, Carl J. Verspoor; children, Amy Kinney, Kevin (Randy Tortorello) Verspoor, Lori (Tom) DeVries; grandchildren, Andy (Britney) Briggs, Joey Briggs, Lindsey Briggs, Eva DeVries, and Patrick DeVries. She is also survived by her siblings, Bernard (Pat) Bruinsma and Mary (Jack) VandenBerg; sisters-in-law, Donna Bruinsma and Katie Verspoor; special nephew, Brian Willemstyn; and many nieces and nephews. According to her wishes, cremation has taken place. A memorial service will be held Friday, March 6, 2026 at 11 AM at Woodlawn Christian Reformed Ministry Center, 3190 Burton St SE. Friends may visit with her family beginning at 10 AM. A luncheon will follow the service. Memorials are suggested to Woodlawn Christian Reformed Church. To read more of Shirley’s Life Story, leave a memory or sign the guestbook please visit www.heritagelifestory.com.