BORN

1923

DIED

2016

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2815 Fuller Ave Ne

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Wayland Biddinger Obituary

Published by Legacy Remembers on Oct. 10, 2016.

Wayland L. "Bud" Biddinger, age 93 passed way on Saturday, October 8, 2016. Bud was preceded in death by his wife Eleanor "Peg" [Morris] and his son David Biddinger. He will be lovingly remembered by his daughter Barbara (Dennis) Weersing, grandchildren Todd (Denyce) Weersing, Rod (Kristi) Weersing and Heather (David) Hillsburg. Bud is also survived by 10 great-grandchildren, 7 great-great-grandchildren, his brother Larry (Judy) Biddinger and several nieces and nephews. Bud proudly served in the United States Navy during WWII and the Korean conflict. He was a charter member of St. Andrew's Episcopal Church in Grand Rapids, MI. Please join the family for a time of visitation on Friday, October 21, 2016 at St. Andrew's Episcopal (1025 Three Mile Road NE, Grand Rapids, MI 49505) from 6-7pm. A memorial service is scheduled for 11am on Saturday, October 22, 2016 at St. Andrew's Episcopal. In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to either Faith Hospice or St. Andrew's Episcopal Church.

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October 15, 2016

Gail Lamberts Park

Barb and Denny,
I am so sorry for your loss. May your memories carry you through these difficult days.

October 12, 2016

C. Robinson

Brothers and sisters, we don't want you to be ignorant about those who have died. We don't want you to grieve like other people who have no hope. 1 Thessalonians 4:13

Bud's wonderful family speaks well of him.

Posted by C. Robinson

October 11, 2016

We had the priviledge to know Bud at Pilgrim Manor, and our great grandson loved being chased around by Bud in his wheel chair. He loved seeing him come, and he always had a treat for our grandson. We will miss him dearly. God Bless his family
Chuck and Patti and Brayten

October 11, 2016

Heather Hillsburg

October 11, 2016

Heather Hillsburg

my Grandfather taught me so much, I will always love and respect him! spending every Sunday going to church and family dinners growing up was a BIG part of my life. Rest in peace Grandpa xoxoxo

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