Lois Ann Hesselink, 64, of Grand Rapids, joined her Lord and Savior in ultimate peace and healing on Tuesday, November 4, 2025. She had a strong faith and instilled it into her children from a young age as her lasting legacy. She faced many challenges with grace and dignity, and she also was strong and encouraging to others who faced their own struggles. She was very artistic and crafty, enjoying various projects like sewing, knitting and making jewelry. Most of all, she loved spending time with her family. She will be lovingly remembered by her husband, Gary Hesselink; children: James Jared (Kaci) Sala, Joshua (Nicole) Sala, Mark (Amanda) Sala, Matthew Sala, Jennifer (Phillip) Whigham; many grandchildren; sisters: Linda Sue Kruger, Janice Buist, Katherine Burden; sister-in-law, Roxanne (Glenn) Davis; many special friends, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, James C. and Mabel Sala. Funeral services will be held at 11 AM on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Simple Traditions Funeral Home, 3131 Division Ave S, Wyoming, with Pastor James Hall officiating. Relatives and friends may meet the family Friday from 10-11 AM at the funeral home.
Sending love and prayers to the Sala family during this loss.
- Esther
Lois, we had some great conversations strolling down memory lane. Rest in Paradise my childhood friend, I will miss you
Bonnie Brown Nash
- Bonnie Brown Nash
Lois was a great part of my life through our relationship at church. I always loved spending time with her as she was caring, loving and fun. We prayed together, read our Bible’s together, sang songs, laughed and cried. She would often call on me to help her cook or help her keep up on dishes. I sewed Joshua a cute bunny, and Lois loved it.
She stood up with me when I got married in 1998.
She is now with our Saviour, Jesus Christ! I love you Lois and all your kids. You will always be in my thoughts.
Love Sherri
- sherrilyn McClendon
Lois, a kind, gentle, loving beautiful soul, I’m going to miss my sister so much
- Linda Kruger
