George Kuiper Jr., age 83, of White Cloud, passed away on Monday, August 2, 2010, at his home. He was born on December 8, 1926, to George and Nellie Kuiper and married Kathryn Joan Haan on March 16, 1950. George was an electrician by trade and member of the Trinity Christian Reformed Church in Fremont. George was a veteran and proudly served his country in the Army and Air Force. George is survived by his children, Steven (Sue) Kuiper of New York, Raymond (Judith) Kuiper of Grand Rapids, Kenneth (Debra) Kuiper of Detroit, Paul (Nancy) Kuiper of Grand Rapids, Kathy Blake of White Cloud, Patricia Kuiper of White Cloud, and Ann Kuiper of White Cloud; sixteen grandchildren; fifteen great-grandchildren; sisters, Susan Paradine of Florida and Eleanor Komejan of Jenison; and daughter-in-law, Karen Kuiper. He was predeceased by his wife, Kathryn; son, Thomas Kuiper; brother, Eugene Kuiper; and one great great-grandchild. Memorial services will be held at 11 AM, Saturday August 28, 2010, at at Resurrection life Church in Newaygo. Friends may share a memory with the Georges family online at www.crandellfh.com. Memorial contributions may be made to the Fremont Area Community Foundation for the Fremont Christian Schools. Arrangements by Crandell Funeral Home White Cloud Chapel. Dear Family of George and Kay; I am a first cousin to your mother Kay Haan. Her father Peter and my father Enno Haan were brothers. My father was the oldest of 14 children born to Chris and Katie Haan, your Great Grand-Parents. I learned that your brother died a few months ago and I then talked with Uncle Cliff. I visited your father soon after the death of your mother in the Fremont area. Your mother was a foster mother for D. A blodgett Homes for Children several years ago and I was Director of the Adoptions Department at that time. She later adopted your youngest sister who needed a permanent home and family, and your parents asked to keep her as their own. I have always thought that was quite wonderful! I am now the oldest of the " Haan Tribe". My sister Eunice Haan Wagner died five years ago and she was the oldest at that time. Your mother then became the oldest and with her death, I then became the oldest. I am 81 years young but will be 82 next month. I am in good health and enjoy life. I remember when I visited with your father that he had many little dogs living with him. They too will be sad to have him gone as will all of you. Please accept my warmest regards to all of you and God Bless. Cousin Bob ( Robert) Haan Grand Rapids, Mich.