Robert Louis Hoekstra

Robert Louis Hoekstra, age 69, of Jenison passed away suddenly on Friday, May 19, 2017. He will be remembered by his wife of 47 years, Judy; children, John (Katie) Hoekstra, Jeff Hoekstra, and Jennifer Hoekstra (Jack Hoezee); three granddaughters, Taylor, Kelsie, and Savanna Hoekstra. Bob retired from Steelcase and worked for many years at DeJay Slick Truck Accessories. Funeral services will be held Wednesday, May 24, at 1 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Relatives and friends may meet the family from 5-8 pm on Tuesday, May 23, at the funeral home. In lieu of flowers, those who wish are asked to consider contributing towards funeral expenses.

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May 25, 2017

Judy-I just heard about this, sorry to hear about your husbands passing. I'll say a prayer for you and your children. Michelle Schreiber, (your former Mike's co-worker/Hager Park bible study class).

- Michell Schreiber

May 24, 2017

Sorry for your loss.

- Mark Seabert

May 23, 2017

I am so sorry to hear of Bob`s passing. We worked together for many years at Steelcase and I have some very enjoyable memories of Bob. My deepest condolences to you Judy and the whole family .

- Jim Wiseman Sr.

May 21, 2017

It was shocking to receive this sad news as we all have such great memories of Bob and camping. Our hearts grieve with you and we will keep in in our thoughts and prayers.

- Marcia Woods, Brian Woods, Sara Sherman & fami

May 21, 2017

Every now and then the Sunday paper hits me hard. Today was one of those days. Bob was a year behind me in school, but we spent a lot of time together in the late 60s. Berlin Raceway, US131 Drags, Chickee Drive Inn, Holland State Park or just having a few beers. We were busy growing up together. Time moves on, we get married, drift apart but I have thought of Bob (Rags) many times over the years. He looks the same just a little grayer. I found him on Facebook, but never reached out. Now I wish I would have. Rest in Peace good buddy

- Curt McCoy

May 20, 2017

My thoughts & prayers go out to Judy, John, Jeff, Jennifer, the grand kids and all of the many close friends that loved Bob so much. May you draw together to find comfort after the untimely passing of such a good man. One thing is for sure, a person could never find a better friend than "Hooky".

- Mary Mull