Sylvia L. Hoyt Bussema
November 10, 1927 – December 17, 2020
A private graveside service to remember Sylvia’s life is being planned. She will be laid to rest next to her first husband, James Hoyt in Riverside Cemetery, Kalamazoo. Memorial contributions may be made to Haven Reformed Church or Hospice of Southwest Michigan, c/o the funeral home.
Obituary
Age 93, passed away on December 17, 2020. Sylvia was born in Zeeland, MI, on November 10, 1927, the daughter of Arthur and Adelaide (Voss) Feyen. She was active in her church, Haven Reformed Church in many Bible studies and small groups. She enjoyed travelling. She volunteered at Borgess Hospital. Nothing was more important to her than her family, especially her grandchildren. Sylvia is survived by her children, Ric (Lynn) Hoyt of Kalamazoo, Suzanne (Kevin) Klok, and Jim (Robin) Hoyt; grandchildren, Jessica Hoyt, Abby (Matt) Smith, Jason (Kari) Hoyt, Jamie (Jake) Kudary, Jordan Hoyt, Morgan Hoyt, Ben (Nicole) Klok, Sara (Patrick) Crumb, Rebecca Klok, Stephanie (Mike) Smith, Ashley (Nick) Benavides, 15 great-grandchildren; sister, Mary (Tom) Mackey; daughter in-law, Mary Hoyt; a niece and 2 nephews; step-children and grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; two husbands, James Allen Hoyt and John William Bussema; sons, Philip Hoyt and Steven Hoyt.
We are so sorry about Sylvia. She was such a Godly woman and a delight to know. We are sorry about you all being denied visitation with her as well. Hold your precious memories close to your heart and know you will see her again.
Remembering Sylvia & her contagious smile. She was a joy to work with at Standard Federal Bank. Always had a kind word & a smile for everyone, Prayers & condolences for all of her family & friends.
Sylvia and my Mother Gloria shared the same birthday. One of my fondest memories was the Mother-Daughter banquet at Haven when the church was still located in Parchment back in the 1967. They decorated the tables with Lily of the Valley and had these little cups of nuts(cashews) on the tables. It was my first time at one of these events and my introduction to Lillie of the Valley and Cashews. I was 9 years old then. Sylvia was always smiling and bubbly. Her Christian love and warmth filled every room she entered. Her eyes were always smiling. I totally adored her. I will never ever forget her or Haven Reformed Church. Cecil Martens was Pastor back then. God truly has a blessing with her in heaven. My heart goes out to all the family. Haven’t seen any of you in a very long time, but I do think of you. Fond memories of growing up and being a part of Haven including our annual events at Camp Geneva. God bless you all.
Sylvia started as a teller at First Federal and then became my secretary as we ran the facilities for First Federal and then Standard Federal. She was a wonderful worker and became a close friend. Great sense of humor, very organized. I also worked for her father when I was in college, working at Truesdale Funeral Home – he was manager. So pleased to have a long relationship with this fine family. Talked to her just about 6 months ago, she called me and I immediately recognized her voice. May she rest in peace.