Allen “Al” R. Groendyke

Allen “Al” R. Groendyke, age 75, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 18, 2016. He was preceded in death by his parents, Allen and Eleanor (Elwell) Groendyke; and his sister, Gay Strohpaul. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Marcia (Koetje) Groendyke; children and grandchildren, Tanya and Bryon McGill (Abby Chatterson), Scott and Jenn Groendyke (Zach and Luke); inseparable fur baby, Max; and several nieces and nephews. Al was the owner of Fun Buggies Unlimited for over 40 years. He was famous for his mashed potatoes and popcorn. Funeral services will be held on Tuesday, November 22, 2016 at 1 PM at Fellowship Reformed Church, 6610 36th Ave., Hudsonville. Interment Winchester Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Monday from 5-8 PM at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Drive SW and Tuesday from 12-1 PM at church prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, those who wish may make memorial contributions to The American Diabetes Association (1550 E. Beltline SE, Suite 250, Grand Rapids, MI 49506) or to The Muskegon Humane Society and Animal Rescue (2640 Marquette Ave, Muskegon, MI 49442).

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November 21, 2016

My condolences to the family during this difficult time. No one can prepare us for the grief we experience when we lose a loved one. However, we can always find comfort from God’s word. At 1 Peter 5:7, we are encouraged to "throw all your anxiety on him, because he (God) cares for you" (Philippians 4:6,7). Although missed, your loved one is not forgotten, and God who is the life giver, is eager to restore to life those who have fallen asleep in death and promises to do so by means of a resurrection (John 5:28,29).

- T. Kelly

November 21, 2016

Are prayers are with the family. I remember Al and my Dad ( John ) working at Fun Buggies and then having a drink before going home.He was a great man and will be miss. GOD BLESS the family and go with prayers

- Gerald & Sally Powney

November 20, 2016

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your loved one. We wanted to take the time to express our condolences and share some encouraging thoughts from the bible that have helped us in our time of loss. As believers of Gods word I'm sure you will find comfort in the heart warming expression Jesus Christ foretold would happen in our near future, the scripture we were thinking of is John 5: 28, 29 where it speaks of "all those in the memorial tombs will hear his voice and come out." It speaks of the hope for the resurrection of our loved ones. Another comforting thought about our God Jehovah is found at 2 Corinthians 1: 3, 4 where it speaks of Jehovah as the "God of all comfort... Who comforts us in all our trials." There is a great website we recommend going to for comfort at JW.ORG. We know you will find the comfort and support your family needs at this time

- Ray & Michelle M.