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James “Jay” Allen Swieringa age 60 of Walker was welcomed to his eternal home Friday January 24, 2020 after a short battle with Bile Duct Cancer. Jay was born in Holland, MI on August 29, 1959. He was preceded in death by his parents George and Connie Swieringa and father-in-law Fred Jewell. Survived by his wife of 28 years Lisa (Jewell); daughter Alysse “Aly”, son Anthony “AJ” (Erica) and daughter Faith (Brett); brothers Fr. Gerry (Peg) Swieringa, Don (Melinda) Swieringa, and his twin brother Rev. Vern (Kris) Swieringa; his mother-in-law Sharon Jewell, sister-in-law Deborah (Daniel) Golczynski. Many nieces & nephews and great nieces and nephews; aunts, uncles, cousins, and a multitude of friends. He started his radio career at WJQ in Holland, then went to WLAV doing a Christian radio show called “First Light”. He is most recognized from his days on WKLQ as a member of the Q Morning Zoo with Rick Beckett and Darla Jaye. He also spent time with Wood AM, WGRD and WCUZ. Jay’s true passion was announcing, as the voice of the Rampage Arena Football, West Michigan Whitecaps and Grand Rapids Hoops, realizing his DREAM JOB in the spring of 2019 as the PA announcer for the Detroit Tigers. He also loved announcing competitive cheer, girls and boys basketball, and football for Kenowa Hills High School. He also worked several years at Kent City Ford and Fox Motors. He was active in his church, Orchard Hill Reformed, where he performed in several plays and skits, served as a Deacon, taught Pioneer Club, and served on several committees. Jay’s greatest joy was spending time traveling with his wife, Lisa, and the kids. In the summer he could always be found with Lisa on the boat, hanging out at the sandbar on Kimball Lake with his special friends from Little Switzerland Camp Ground. Jay’s faith was the anchor of his life, inspiring his relationships and his work. The Funeral Service will be held Thursday at 11:00 AM at Orchard Hill Church 1465 Three Mile NW where he will repose one hour before the service. The family will receive visitors Wednesday from 2:00 to 4:00 and 7:00 to 9:00 PM at the Arsulowicz Brothers Remembrance Mortuary, 3525 Remembrance Rd NW. Memorial contributions may be made to Orchard Hill Church or Gilda’s Club.

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James "Jay" Allen Swieringa

August 29, 1959 - January 24, 2020

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James "Jay" Allen Swieringa

August 29, 1959 - January 24, 2020

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