Stanley Brouwer

Stanley D. Brouwer, age 94, of Gobles, MI passed away peacefully at home, Tuesday, January 3, 2017. Stanley was born February 9, 1922 in Grand Rapids, MI the son of Thomas and Fredericka (Buss) Brouwer and lived in the Gobles area for the majority of his life. He served with the 8th Air Force during WWII and flew on the B-26 bombers. Stanley was a lifetime member of Allegan VFW Post 3667, a member of the 8th Air Force West Michigan Historical Society Wing, and member of the Bloomingdale Christian Church. He was an avid fisherman, enjoyed gardening with his wife and woodworking. He is survived by his 2 sons, Stanley and Bert Brouwer; 3 stepsons, Terry (Karen), Michael (Luanne), Brian (Lori) Herbert; 4 grandchildren, Tara, Joline, Amanda, and Samantha; 6 step-grandchildren, Teresa, Tara, Megan, Tony, Paige and Alexis; 8 great grandchildren; and several nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife, Mildred L. Brouwer; son, Aaron Brouwer; and his brothers and sisters. The family will meet friends Tuesday, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM at the Bloomingdale Chapel, D. L. Miller Funeral Home, www.dlmillerfuneralhome.com, where the funeral service will be 1:00 PM with Pastor Luke Veldt officiating. Interment will follow in Robinson Cemetery. The family suggests memorials be made to the Bloomingdale Christian Church or to the Allegan VFW Post 3667.