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Olthoff, Richard Warrren OLTHOFF, RICHARD WARREN Richard Warren Olthoff, aged 60 of Kentwood, passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2014. He was born in Chicago, IL to John and Shirley Olthoff. He is survived by his wife, Michele; his son, Steven; and his daughter, Rebecca. Richard is also survived by his father, John P. Olthoff; siblings, John (Dolly) Olthoff, Jacquelyn Ford, Marcia Olthoff, David (Karen) Olthoff; sisters-in-law and brother-in-law, Denise Harris, Mark (Karla) Harris; nephews, Alex Olthoff, Carl Olthoff, David Brinker; nieces, Jaclyn Visbeen, Julia Howerda, Elise Visbeen, Katherine Olthoff, Jessica Harris, and Katherine Lee. He was preceded in death by his mother, Shirley Olthoff. Richard worked at CompuCraft as a senior technology representative, who was dedicated to providing the best for his family and business clients. He had many interests in life, especially an enthusiasm for technology and motorcycles. A Memorial Service will be held Thursday at 2:00 pm at the Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Chapel (Kentwood), 4646 Kalamazoo SE with Pastor Dennis Gilbert officiating. Members of the family will receive relatives and friends at the funeral home on Thursday from 1 pm until the time of the service. The family suggests that memorial contributions be given for Richard's children, Steven and Rebecca.
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Please accept my sympathy and know that all your family is in my prayers. Sybil Krent
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Hey buddy! I just wanted to let you know that Saturday July19th was a bad day for me as I received your news at work. I was stunned and so did all my coworkers. We all knew you. We all loved you. I still remember the first day I met you 5 days ago like it was yesterday. You are one of the smarted and most kind people I knew. I am going to miss riding with you. Gospeed my friend! You will always be in our hearts! See you on the flipside. Ozzy elian
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
So sorry to hear the news. I can't come out for the memorial, but I send my sympathy and love to all my Olthoff cousins and Uncle John. Cindy Rooy
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Michele and entire Olthoff family, So sorry to hear of the sudden loss of cousin Richard. Know that you are in my thought and prayers. Proverbs 3:5&6 Jeremiah 29:11 Ephesians 3:14-21 Debbie (Meter) Biegel
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Harry and I send our deepest sympathy and love to Uncle John and all the Olthoff cousins. Cheryl Huyser
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
My thoughts and prayers go out to Michele, Steven, and Rebecca. I used to work with Richard at CompuCraft and he was a wonderful man who loved and was so proud of his family. Steven and Rebecca were small when we worked together and he would show me their latest drawings or tell me about their latest antics. I can't imagine the heartache you feel and I hope you can be comforted by knowing he is in Heaven with our Savior. God Bless. Elena Pozza
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
I'm incredibly sorry to hear... I learned the news when I called the office monday, for more insight into our system needs at ODL. Richard has always been a friend, computer partner, professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely friendly person to know. He'll be greatly missed here. Michael Kowalczyk
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Keeping the Olthoff family in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. I first met Richard when I was employed at ODL and he was our go-to Mac person. Over the years, he has helped me with my personal Mac purchases and offered me the same high level of customer service. But that was Richard—always going above and beyond. He was truly a genuine person. A good man. Sandra Harris
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
I only knew Richard for a short time. We met this spring as part of the Deals Gap Group. He was a pure joy to have on the trip this year and we looked forward to him joining us each year after. I spent about an hour with him last Friday at Fox's bike night. We talked about bikes some, but mostly family and our children. I love to ride, but it's because of people like Richard. The ones that wasn't to know you, not your bike. They value family and love more than anything. He beamed when he would talk about Rebecca or Steven. We had a lot in common when it came to our feelings about family. I wish I could say something magical to help all of you in this tragic time. Thank you for sharing your husband, father, brother, uncle and friend with us. We love him and will always cherish the time we had with him. -to Richard ♡ Bill Kremer
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
I am shocked and saddened by this. My deepest condolences for Richard’s family, friends. David Howell
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Our heart goes out to the whole family. Richard was a great friend to our son Luke. We will keep you in our prayers John Knol
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Ride in peace my friend and may your spirit ride with all of us. Geo Werkema
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Dear Michele and Family; I am so very sorry to hear about your husband! Even though I did not know him personally, you have my deepest sympathy and if there is anything I can do for you please let me know. My prayers are with you and your family. Fern Young
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
So sorry to hear about this tragic loss. I have been a customer of CompuCraft for many years, and always enjoyed my conversations with Richard. A really great guy that will be missed by so many. Phil LeFaive
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
We are sorry to hear of your untimely death. We pray for your family and God's blessings to all of them. John Vermeulen
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
I knew Richard for close to 20 years, both as a co-worker and more recently as a customer. I even went golfing with him a couple of times. A better man you'll not find. My sincerest condolences to his family, whom I never met, but heard a lot about when visiting with him at work. Godspeed Richard. David Cooper
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March 26, 2015 10:26am
Losing someone you love is never easy. And we know that it is not the purpose of God for us. Jehovah God wants us to live happily in Paradise earth not in limited years but in an everlasting life. So like what He gave for Adam and Eve. Unexpectedly, they committed sin and that sin resulted to death. We, offspring of our forefather inherited the result-death. Rom 5:12 Still, our lovingly father gave us hope to restore His purpose. He sent His Son-Jesus Christ that whoever put faith in him will have everlasting life. How is that being possible? What about hope for our loved ones who have died? Try to visit the link for some information. [url=http://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/what-is-the-resurrection/]http://www.jw.org/en/bible-teachings/questions/what-is-the-resurrection/[/url] asel pun
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