Robert Ilbrink

March 20, 1929 ~
February 6, 2021

Robert (Bob) J. Ilbrink, age 91, of Grandville, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 6, 2021. Bob served in the United States Army during the Korean War conflict. He married Joanne (Jo) Dorothy Kortenhoven on June 17, 1955. Throughout his working years, Bob worked at Coles Laundry, Smith-Groen Hardware and Lumber, and Unist. He was also involved in various aspects at Ivanrest Church. Bob was preceded in death by his wife of 60 years, Jo Ilbrink; and parents, John and Grace Ilbrink. He will be lovingly remembered by his children, Faye and Richard Dykema of Palo, Iowa; Ronald and Jane Ilbrink of York, South Carolina; Richard and Kari Ilbrink of Grandville, Michigan; nine grandchildren, Dave, Dee, Matt, Chris, Jimmy, Aaron, Jordan, Cody, Sarah; six great-grandchildren, Micayla, Claire, Harper, Rivers, Grayson, Cameron; sister, Margaret Warners; brothers, Harold Ilbrink, Marv and Wilma Ilbrink; sisters-in-law, Elaine Bardolph, Evelyn Langereis, Mary Brummel, Lois and John Stob, Deb Kortenhoven; brother-in-law, Robert and Sandy Kortenhoven; several nieces and nephews. Bob was blessed in recent years with his dear friend, Betty Navis, and her family. Private family services will be held at 11 am on Friday, February 12, 2021 with burial at Grandville Cemetery. The service will be available via livestream at www.mkdfuneralhome.com. The family would like to thank the staff from Sunset, Brookcrest, Emmanuel Hospice, and Pastor Jay Pruim for the care and support given to dad, especially in his last week. Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Degage Ministries, Crossroads Prison Ministries, or Sunset Legacy Foundation.

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February 12, 2021 12:48pm
Faye, Ron, and Rick...I'm so sorry. When Jo could no longer meet us for lunch, we visited her at their home. Bob was always so gracious. Working with Jo for 18 years, I did get to know the family, and I'm so sorry. My prayers are with all of you during this difficult time. Gert Wolfert

- Gert Wolfert

February 12, 2021 10:49am
I will miss Uncle Bob. Was great seeing him at Sunday night services with Betty, before Covid hit. He always called me “kiddo”. Praying for your families in this time of sorrow but yet rejoicing that he is with his Heavenly Father.

- Cheryl Rozema

February 11, 2021 6:28pm
Thank you for sharing your Dad/brother with our Mom, Betty Navis. He was a delightful companion and wonderful addition to our family gatherings. Certainly a gift from God for my mom. We will miss him greatly. We're praying for your family as you mourn the loss of Bob and are grateful for the short four years we knew him. Although we are unable to travel to Michigan for the funeral (from Ohio) due to other commitments, please know that you are in our hearts and prayers tomorrow. and beyond. Blessings, Patti and Jim

- Patti and Jim Hathaway

February 10, 2021 10:19am
Our sympathy to your family , we are sorry for your loss .God be with you all and you are in our thoughts and prayers.

- Kenneth Noorman

February 09, 2021 7:47pm
Our deepest sympathies to your family in the loss of Bob. We were blessed that he and your mom were a part of our Ivanrest Church family and the blessing they were to so many. Bob will be missed but we rejoice that he is with His Lord and Savior. Marv and Ellen DeVries

- Marv and Ellen De vries

February 09, 2021 6:42pm
Bob has been a dear friend and wonderful companion to Beth's mother for the past 4 1/2 years. We've enjoyed getting to know him, enjoyed their visits, and appreciated his thoughtful, caring relationship with Mom. We've come to care about him very deeply, and we will miss him very much. We rejoice that he is now with the Lord, free from illness and pain. We wish his family God's presence as they grieve his passing.

- Bethany and Ted Vogel




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