We grieve with you, but do so as you do, with the hope that we share and preach.It's a painful time for God's children and a hurt for the Kingdom. Shalom! George & Shirley
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Heerspink, Robert
Dr. Rev. Robert Heerspink, age 57, of Grandville. After a brief battle with pancreatic cancer, the Lord called Bob home to eternal glory, surrounded by his family, on Saturday, October 1, 2011. Bob was a faithful husband and father and a dedicated man of God. After being ordained on November 4, 1979, he began his career serving at Eastmanville Christian Reformed Church (4 years) and then went on to serve at Prairie Edge Christian Reformed Church in Portage (6 years), Cottonwood Church in Jenison (10 years), and Faith Community Christian Reformed Church in Wyoming (6 years). He served as the Director for the past 6 years of Back to God Ministries International. As head of one of the Christian Reformed Church agencies, part of his work in Grand Rapids was with the Denominational offices. Bob had a passion for bringing the word of God to the world and his work was driven by a desire to claim the fast-growing world of media for the cause of gospel proclamation and discipleship. He was preceded in death by his mother, Barbara Heerspink. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 31 years, Edith (Ytje) J. Heerspink-Miedema; children, Eric and Katie Heerspink-Wigger, Joel Heerspink, Amy Heerspink; father, Harvey Heerspink; brother and sister-in-law, David and Lora Heerspink; many brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law; and many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Wednesday at 1:00 pm at LaGrave Avenue Christian Reformed Church (107 LaGrave Avenue SE, Grand Rapids) with Dr. Stan Mast, Rev. Arthur Schoonveld, and Rev. Peter Borgdorff officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday 6-8 pm and Tuesday from 2-4 and 6-8 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Back to God Ministries International, The Christian Reformed Church Foundation, or The Barnabas Foundation.
“Therefore, there is now no condemnation for those
who are in Christ Jesus.”
Romans 8:1
Guestbook
Dr. Rev. Robert Heerspink
October 5, 2011
Dear Edie and Family, How sad our hears were to hear of Bob's passing. He was such a blessing to us and we treasure the fact that he married us. May God hold you in his hands and give you the love and comfort you need. Praying that God will grant you strength
and peace. We'll be praying for you especially in the next few days. May you take comfort in knowing that Bob is now fully at peace as he is with God. Love, Audrey(Bruinsma) and John Rose
Audrey(Bruinsma) and John Rose
and peace. We'll be praying for you especially in the next few days. May you take comfort in knowing that Bob is now fully at peace as he is with God. Love, Audrey(Bruinsma) and John Rose
Audrey(Bruinsma) and John Rose
Dear Edie and your Family: Extending sincere sympathies on the death of your much-loved husband and Dad. He was such a wonderful preacher and teacher and leader and will be missed by many. From Psalm 61: 'Hear my cry, O God. I call as my heart grows faint,
lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shadow of your wings.'
Sue & Craig Pihl (Cottonwood Church)
lead me to the rock that is higher than I. For you have been my refuge, a strong tower against the foe. I long to dwell in your tent forever and take refuge in the shadow of your wings.'
Sue & Craig Pihl (Cottonwood Church)
Dear Edie and family, we grief with you and are surrounding you with our prayers. May our Lord be your constant strength, and comfort. Is. 41:10 Hank and Rita Lammers
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Edie and family, Our prayers have been with you through much of this ordeal. Now they will continue as you grieve your husband and father. May the Lord give you great comfort and strength.
Jon and Mae DeBruyn
Jon and Mae DeBruyn
May you rest in peace.Praise the LORD for all you did to His Honor& glory-We shall miss you, but not forever.Blessings to your family: From: Christian Reformed Church In Eastern Africa
Rev. David Wabule Masai
Rev. David Wabule Masai
Dear Heerspink family , Although I have met Bob but once at a meeting of MERF in Cyprus his desire to spread the good gospel in whatever means available was very evident . My condolences to you all and the Lord's blessing and strength as you continue on
the journey .
Lammert Jagt
the journey .
Lammert Jagt
Dear Heerspink Family, I grew up in Fremont. My father was a teacher. He and my mom became good friends of Harvey and Barb. We have pictures of my sister, Mary Beth and "Bobby" as toddlers, playing in our front yard. We walked through the difficult chapter
of Barb's contracting polio. I still remember her radiance and the way her life reflected authentic faith, even from her wheelchair. Our families' paths took different directions then. My parents have both been with the Lord for many years. I didn't recall
that Bob had become a pastor. (My husband was also a pastor in the RCA and died at 54.) My sister and I join the host of brothers and sisters praying for you in this time of lament over the death of the one you loved so deeply. May His strength uphold you,
His peace and comfort surround you,His love and comfort enfold you. In Christ,
Deb Fosheim Borst
of Barb's contracting polio. I still remember her radiance and the way her life reflected authentic faith, even from her wheelchair. Our families' paths took different directions then. My parents have both been with the Lord for many years. I didn't recall
that Bob had become a pastor. (My husband was also a pastor in the RCA and died at 54.) My sister and I join the host of brothers and sisters praying for you in this time of lament over the death of the one you loved so deeply. May His strength uphold you,
His peace and comfort surround you,His love and comfort enfold you. In Christ,
Deb Fosheim Borst
together to Grand Rapids. On the way, Bob observed that the Bible gives us three pairs of men whose lives were very close and marked by clusters of miracles revealing God powerfully at work in and through these men. The first pair was Moses and Joshua. The
second pair was Elijah and Elisha. The third pair was John the Baptist and Jesus. Bob went into detail about the miracles and the joy that these men brought into the lives of others. That conversation was a blessing to me then and continues to be so today.
If you would like more about what he shared with me that day, let me know.
Lloyd Wolters