Obituary of Sarene Osenga

Sarene Osenga (nee Miller), age 100, a resident of the Holland Christian Home in North Haledon, NJ, entered eternal life on May 22, 2012. Formerly of Midland Park, "Rene" was a life-long member of Midland Park Christian Reformed Church, serving as church secretary for 25 years, and was active in Ruth Circle, the Hallelujah Choral Ensemble and the Senior Crusaders. At the Holland Home, she was a member of the choir and took part in the "Warm Up America" program. A devoted Christian and loved by many, Rene will be missed. Rene was predeceased by her husband John in 1985 as well as her sister Kathryn Houseward and brothers Elmer, Robert, George and Wilbur Miller. She is survived by her son Raymond J. Osenga, grandson Ryan J. Osenga and his wife Brittney, and her daughter in law Ann Osenga, all residing in New Mexico. Also surviving are her sister Marjorie De Jong, her devoted nieces Deb Steyling and Dyan Fischer and many other nieces and nephews. Visitation will be held at the Holland Christian Home Chapel, 151 Graham Ave., North Haledon, NJ on Friday May 25 from 9:30 to 11:00 am with the service immediately following. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Eastern Christian School Association, 50 Oakwood Ave., North Haledon, NJ, or the Holland Christian Home, 151 Graham Ave., North Haledon, NJ. Arrangements by the Olthuis Funeral Home in Midland Park.