The Celebration of Life Experts

Shelby Sue Van Laar

January 15, 1998 - September 3, 2025
Portage, MI

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Life Story Visitation

Tuesday, September 9, 2025
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT
North Pines Church
6051 Constitution Blvd.
Portage, MI 49024
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Burial

Wednesday, September 10, 2025
11:00 AM EDT
Lakeside Cemetery
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Celebration of Life

Wednesday, September 10, 2025
4:00 PM EDT
North Pines Church
6051 Constitution Bllvd.
Portage, MI 49024

Reception to follow.

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Contributions


At the family's request memorial contributions are to be made to those listed below. Please forward payment directly to the memorial of your choice.

North Pines Church
6051 Constitution Blvd.
Portage, MI 49024
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Flowers


Below is the contact information for a florist recommended by the funeral home.

Ambati
1830 S. Westnedge
Kalamazoo, MI 49008
(269) 349-4961
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Taylor's Florist and Gifts
215 E. Michigan Ave.
Paw Paw, MI 49079
(269) 657-6256
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Gentle, kind, and compassionate, Sweet Shelby Sue was the embodiment of what it meant to live for Christ. Her heart was open to everyone, and she brightened every room with her sunshine smile.

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