Obituary

Remembering Peter Reinier Kluitenberg

Kluitenberg, Peter R. KLUITENBERG – Peter Reinier Kluitenberg, aged 89, of Grand Rapids, passed away peacefully to his heavenly home on Sunday, August 29, 2010. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Theodora Johanna Glupker; 2 brothers in the Netherlands; 2 sisters in Australia. He was a faithful and devoted husband, a fine Christian father, and a wise and gentle man.  Peter will be greatly missed by his wife of 57 years, Tena (Trijntje Smedema); children: Gerard John (Deborah) Kluitenberg of Manhattan, KS, Edward Henry (Rae Ann) Kluitenberg of Pittsburgh, PA; son-in-law, Craig Glupker of Grand Rapids, MI; 8 grandchildren; 2 sisters-in-law, Jikke Kluitenberg, Cornelia Kluitenberg; 3 brothers-in-law, Hette (Ge) Smedema, Dick (Riek) Smedema, Johan (Fransiska) Smedema and many nieces and nephews all from the Netherlands and Australia. Funeral services for Peter will be held 10:00 am on Tuesday at Raybrook Manor, 2121 Raybrook SE, Grand Rapids, with Rev. James Kralt officiating. Interment Garfield Park Cemetery. Relatives and friends may visit the family from 9 – 10:00 am on Tuesday prior to the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Raybrook Assistance Fund. Condolences may be sent online at www.mkdfuneralhome.com.                                       

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Ed, Rae Ann, Sarah, Paul, Anna, and Miriam, You are in our thoughts and prayers at this time of mourning your wonderful Opa. You are a living testimony of the rich heritage you have received from him. A heritage of Christian living, hard work, and honesty. May our Holy Spirit, the Comforter, continue to strenghthen you. The Tittle's

We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Our hearts go out to you all during this tough time. The Browns

Dear Tena, Gerard, Ed, Craig and all the grandchildren. So sorry to hear of the passing of your beloved husband and (grand)father. Our thoughts are with all of you. We will remember Peter as an genuine, decent and reliable man with a great sense of humor. We hope that the close family bond will guide you through this tough period. Cornelia, Tineke and Hans Kluitenberg

We were so saddened to hear about your loss. We know how hard it is to lose a loved father and grandfather. We remember your support during our loss and are sending you our prayers across the miles. Kimberly and Julia

Dear Ed, Rae Ann, aunt Tine and family. At the return of our holiday we received the message that uncle Piet passed away on august the 29th. We deeply regret and we will sent hereby our condolances. We remember uncle Piet as a wise man. With him is a lot of knowledge of life gone. We wish you strength in this tough period. Jaap en Hetty de Groot, Netherlands Anonymous

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