Earl Lynn Mokma

Earl Lynn Mokma, 79, of Zeeland, passed away on Sunday, March 15, 2026.

Born on February 19, 1947, in Oakland, Michigan, to Lewis and Jeannette (Joostberns) Mokma, Earl attended Russcher School and was a member of the first graduating class of Hamilton High School. He married Judith “Judy” Nykamp on February 23, 1968, at Niekerk Christian Reformed Church. Earl worked in the building trades as a tile installer and drywall contractor before joining the Ottawa County Road Commission, where he later served as Zeeland Garage supervisor until his retirement. In retirement he remained active, working for 18 years at Engelsman Greenhouse and faithfully attending his grandchildren’s athletic and school events. Throughout his life, Earl led with humility and quiet strength.

A longtime member of North Street Christian Reformed Church, Earl served as an elder, elder of visitation, and deacon. He found joy in hunting, gardening, reading, puzzling, and camping with his family. He also served his country as an SP4 in the Army National Guard, entering active duty in the summer of 1968.

Earl is survived by his wife of 58 years, Judy; their children, Sheryl and Todd Vanden Heuvel, and Scott and Jennifer Mokma; grandchildren Zachary and Heather Vanden Heuvel, Tyler and Alexis Vanden Heuvel, Trevor Vanden Heuvel, Michael and Miranda Mokma, and Christopher and Anneka Mokma; great-grandchildren Kristoijn T Vanden Heuvel, Maatje Helene Vanden Heuvel, Malia Evon Vanden Heuvel, Kees Dean Vanden Heuvel, and Lainey Cove Vanden Heuvel; siblings Arnold and Marilyn Mokma, and Delbert and Elizabeth (Betty) Mokma; and many brothers- and sisters-in-law and extended family members. He was preceded in death by his brothers Allen Mokma and Keith Mokma, and sister-in-law Kathy Mokma.