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Remembering Albert Dick Mauk

Albert Dick Mauk, age 94, of Grand Rapids, went to be with his Lord on Wednesday, May 29, 2019. Al was preceded in death by his wife, Frances; one brother and two sisters.  Al is survived by his children, Marie and Curt VanderKooi and Marlene and John Livingston; grandchildren, Sarah and Matthew Hudson, Rebecca and Greg Dailey, Nick VanderKooi; great grandchildren, Noah, and Lukas Hudson, Evelyn Dailey; sister, Rebecca DeLong; extended family and friends.  Al proudly served in the US Army during World War II. He worked for Guardsmen Chemical for 40 years. Al was active in Bible Study and Prayer Team for many years at Unity Reformed Church as well as volunteering distributing Words of Hope devotion books.  He also ran for many years having completed his last River Bank Run when he was 65 years old. Graveside services will be held at Chapel Hill Memorial Gardens on Monday, June 3 at 10:30am (meet near the Office at 10:15am), with Rev. Mark Bergsma officiating.  Memorial contributions may be made to Unity Reformed Church.

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Marie and Marlene and all of the family of Coach Mauk. I have so many fond memories of this strong Christian man. What a blessing to have him here on earth for 94 years. May God bring you comfort at his passing.

— LINDA BROOKS

Marlene - We are very sorry for your family's loss. We are sending our deepest condolences & prayers to you and your family.

— Glen Oaks Community College President's Office

Dear Marlene, I am so sorry to see the email regarding your father. May you find peace in your memories and we are remembering you and your family in our prayers. My condeolences, Anne Fries

— Anne Fries

Family of Mauk - With deep heart sympathy in your loss. Precious memories of our families for time spent. May God strength and embrace you. Larry & Betty Potgeter families

— Charlene Potgeter

My uncle, Don Velthouse, would like to offer his sympathy to the family. He fondly remembers your Dad & lovely mother when he attended Unity Ref. Church. Don & your Dad would enjoy going out to eat occasionally. I also let Thelma Taylor know about your Dad's passing. She sends her condolences too. Both Don & Thelma are in assisted living facilities. May God bless all of you & somehow give you His peace & strength during this difficult time.

— Patty Graham

Dear Family of Al - I never met Al, but was so blessed to learn today that he delivered 13,000 devotionals each quarter for Words of Hope. He did this until he turned 90 and stopped driving. I am now the President and I know first hand how critical each volunteer is. Our staff who knew him expressed to me how much they enjoyed his servant heart. May God bless you in your time of loss. Rev. Jon Opgenorth, Words of Hope

— Jonathan Opgenorth

My condolences.

— Brian Dykema

Family of Al Mauk - Our deepest sympathies on the loss of your father and grandfather. During my time at New Life Reformed Church, your dad was a strong, positive influence on my new Christian walk, which has grown and deepened over the years. I remember him fondly, with great respect and gratitude. May the presence of Jesus Christ be your comfort. - Steve & Karen Nellis

— Steve & Karen Nellis

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