Jack Larink

April 4, 1927 ~
January 15, 2026

Jack E. Larink, age 98, of Holland, passed away on Thursday, January 15, 2026. 

Jack proudly served his country in the United States Navy during World War II, enlisting at the age of 17 with the approval of his father, “Grandpa Buck.” He trained at Great Lakes Naval Station and served aboard the destroyer USS Schroeder, participating in the Battle of Okinawa, Japan, from April through June of 1945. Following his military service, Jack was employed with Allsburg Builders and later with Carpenter Paper Company.

He was preceded in death by his wife of 70 years, Carole Larink; brothers, Gordon Larink and Jim Larink.

He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Steven and Laura Larink, Lynn and Brian Morrell, David and Tammy Larink, Daniel and Kelly Velding-Larink; eight grandchildren; 10 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Barb Stevens; and his nieces and nephews.

Funeral services will be held at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, January 20, at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Burial will take place at Rosedale Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Monday, January 19, from 6-8 p.m. and on Tuesday from 10-10:45 a.m. at the funeral home. 

Visitation
Monday, January 19
6:00pm - 8:00pm

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
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Phone: (616) 534-8656

Visitation
Tuesday, January 20
10:00am - 10:45am

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 534-8656

Funeral Service
Tuesday, January 20
11:00am

MKD - Grandville
4145 Chicago Dr. SW
Grandville, MI 49418
Get Directions

Phone: (616) 534-8656

Leave Your Tribute Message

February 03, 2026 7:24pm
My grandfather. What an amazing man. Kindness, prankster, and compassion. I loved his steady presence and solid character. I will always remember the memories at the lake. I love you grandpa!

- Annie Butts

January 20, 2026 9:35am
My mother (Arlene Larink Muilenberg) always spoke so fondly of Jack and his brothers (her cousins) that I felt a certain closeness to them, even if I didn't get to know them as well as I would have liked. The few times I would get back to Grand Rapids and see Jack and Carole at church he was always so welcoming and friendly that one couldn't help but feel good in his presence. All those of his generation are sorely missed; such a wonderful family. While I'm currently in Canada with my brand new grandchild, my thoughts are also with Jack's immediate, and extended, families.

- Michael Muilenberg

January 16, 2026 11:15pm
I'm thankful for the many memories I have of Uncle Jack over the years, both when he and Aunt Carole lived in Grand Rapids as well as in Holland. Uncle Jack was a 'can-do' and 'make things happen' kind of person. He rebuilt the cottage in Holland after it flooded, and was willing to give boat rides to me and my cousins and even my children when we visited him in Holland. He liked to 'go and do' (as his brother, my father also did) and it was fun to see him at the Zoo in Grand Rapids not so many years ago! We will miss Uncle Jack and the many times we met at Russ's in Holland for a meal and a nice chat around the big round tables there. Blessings to all his family. I wish I could join you for the visitation and funeral, but please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers as you remember, celebrate and farewell your dad. from Marilyn and Jeff

- Marilyn and Jeff German




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