Robert Allen Aardema

June 16, 1958 ~
December 21, 2023

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​Robert Allen Aardema, age 65, of Grandville, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, December 21, 2023, after a long battle with kidney disease. He will be lovingly remembered by his parents, Don and Ann Aardema; siblings, Sheryl and Jeff Williams, Don and Shelly Aardema, Rick Aardema; many nieces and nephews and great-nieces and great-nephews; several aunts, uncles, and cousins; friends, Cathy Aardema, Chris Arnold, and Jeff Kooistra. He was preceded in death by his sister-in-law, Tracey Aardema. A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at 11 a.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW with Rev. Tom VanderPloeg officiating. The burial will take place at Grandville Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet the family Wednesday from 10-11 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan.

Memorial Visitation
Wednesday, December 27
10:00am - 11:00am

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

Memorial Service
Wednesday, December 27
11:00am

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

Phone: (616) 534-8656

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December 23, 2023 1:50pm
I am very sad to hear of the passing of my friend Bob. Bob was truly one of the "good" guys. Always positive, despite his serious medical issues. Rest in peace Bob.

- Mark Miller

December 23, 2023 2:53am
Bob. You were always uniquely you, right from day one. Your heart was filled with eternal kindness, optimism, and joy. Because of my faith, I know you are with God the Father who makes us new and strong and brings us life eternal. It was a blessing to have met you and shared the experiences presented before us. Thanks for the things you taught me that will always be in my heart. Cathy

- Cathy Aardema

December 22, 2023 10:26pm
Bob I will truly miss your friendship, love, laughter and kindness. We enjoyed the casino, Sunday nite funnies, movies, concerts, dining out, camping and visiting Saugatuck together. You were great at giving advice and solving problems. You were in good spirits despite your health problems. You were a great guy and fun to be with. I’m sure your in heaven now and at peace. You will forever be in my heart.

- Christine Arnold

December 22, 2023 5:11pm
I was sadness to hear about Bob passing away yesterday. He was a longtime fan of the Sunday Night Funnies comedy show that I run. When his health allowed Bob was at every show. I enjoyed talking music with him before the shows & his kindness to everyone. You'll be missed Bob! -Brian Borbot

- Brian Borbot




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