Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Jeff & Mary Porter
Piper, Richard Kenneth
Richard Kenneth (Pyper) Piper, age 85, of Grandville, passed away unexpectedly and was called to his heavenly home on Friday, October 15, 2010. He retired from Kelvinator after 46 years of dedicated service. He had a kind, gentle, and sentimental spirit that was evident to all who knew him. Richard had a passion for gardening and enjoyed exploring the family’s genealogy. Above all he cherished his family. He was a faithful charter member of Bethany United Reformed Church for many years. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Theresa; their children, Kenneth Richard and Sheryl Piper of Holland, Dave Piper of Tucson, AZ, Dale and Lyn Piper of Jenison, Karen and Dan Van Alten of Douglas; grandchildren, Justin and Brandee Piper, Matthew and Cheryl Piper, Kendra and Derek Owens, Stacy and Jason Floyd, Becky and Chad Emmons, Mandie Piper, Jake Van Alten, Mary Van Alten; 10 great grandchildren; sister, Leona Krol, sisters-in-law, Marian Pyper, Gerry Post, Wilma Wiersma; many nieces, nephews, and cousins. Funeral services will be held Thursday 1:30 pm at Bethany United Reformed Church, 5401 Byron Center SW, Wyoming, with Rev. Casey Freswick officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Calvin Christian School or The Potter’s House. Relatives and friends may meet the family Wednesday 2-4 and 7-9 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home, (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive.Guestbook
Richard Piper
October 21, 2010
I know what it's like to lose a father unexpectedly. It is very hard and so you have my deepest sympathy.I did not know your dad ,but I understand he was a good God fearing man who walked with the Lord. May you know he is now with his Lord and Savior. My thoughts and prayers are with you that the Lord may grant you peace and comfort in this most difficult time.
Richard Algra
Richard Algra
We are unable to be at the visitation and funeral, but wanted to extend our deepest sympathy to the family. Our Mom always talked highly of her cousins. May God give you peace and comfort as only He can give. We are praying for you - cherish the memories!
Elaine Feenstra Family
Elaine Feenstra Family
Ken,
I never had the honor of meeting your father. However, judging by the number of people at the funeral home tonight, he was well loved and respected by many. It is easy to see where you got your faith, honesty, and integrity.
Dan Smigiel (katerberg-verhage 1977-78)
I never had the honor of meeting your father. However, judging by the number of people at the funeral home tonight, he was well loved and respected by many. It is easy to see where you got your faith, honesty, and integrity.
Dan Smigiel (katerberg-verhage 1977-78)
Ken, sorry to hear of your dad's passing. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and the rest of the family. May God give you peace.
Casey Sterk
Casey Sterk
Lora Heerspink