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In Loving Memory

Ron Scharphorn

January 30, 1973 – January 24, 2021

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Remembering Ron Scharphorn

Ron Scharphorn, age 47, of Zeeland, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 24, 2021. Ron grew up in Grandville, graduated from Grandville High School and attended Grand Valley State University. He was a loving son and was blessed with a great sense of humor. Ron was the owner of Lake Cycle in Grand Haven where he was able to work in what he loved to do. He was an avid motorcycle enthusiast, for many years along with his father, making many wonderful memories together. He will be lovingly remembered by his father, Ralph Scharphorn and many friends. Relatives and friends may meet the family on Thursday, January 28, 2021, from 6-8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf, 6651 Scott St., Allendale. The burial will take place at Allendale Township Cemetery.

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MKD - Allendale

6651 Scott St.
Allendale, MI 49401

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February 17, 2021 11:04am

Ron was a great man. Honest and trustworthy. Sure loved the sport and took such pride in his dealerships work. "Lake Cycle, this Ron"...gonna miss that.

— Phil Catalano

January 28, 2021 5:25pm

So sorry for your loss Uncle Ralph. Stokes Family

— Deb Stokes

January 28, 2021 4:13pm

Uncle Ralph, I am shocked and saddened to hear of your loss. He was so loved by his mother and surely they have been reunited.

— LINDA Dine KEIZER

January 27, 2021 8:59pm

Our deepest sympathy to Ralph and the Scharphorn family. Ron will be missed.

— Paula Dervin

January 27, 2021 8:54pm

Ron always made time for my son when he started racing Hare Scrambles. No other dealer ever compared to Ron, he was like the KTM whisperer. He was the reason so many people rode KTM's. Whatever you needed, Ron would have it and he always was willing to share more to ensure all was good. Ralph passed his passion on to Ron, and Ron shared it with everyone that walked through his shop door. You will be missed my friend. God speed Ronny!

— Rick Ribbens

January 27, 2021 9:02am

All of our motorcycle lives will be forever changed as Ron was a major part of what makes that special. Rest in Peace my friend - you will be truly missed.

— Brad Burrows

January 26, 2021 8:48pm

My deepest condolences to Ralph and the Scharphorn family. Ron was honest, smart, friendly, and patient. He always made you feel like he had time for you.

— John Carlson

January 26, 2021 8:26pm

This is life gone to soon, but a life lived to the fullest of Ronnie's passion. Always a great guy and cared more about you than making a buck. A true enthusiast over a business man, always will remember the quick stops at Lake Cycle that took 2 hours......rest in peace Ronnie and God speed my friend!!

— Steve Jongsma

January 26, 2021 4:18pm

Ron's passing is a huge loss - especially to the dirt bike community. There was no one like him and no shop compares. Ron's dad Ralph started my addiction and Ron kept it going. God Bless Ron, Ralph and the whole Scharphorn family! You all are in my prayers!

— Brian Boyink

January 26, 2021 3:06pm

My heart goes out to Ron and praying for his family.. He was so nice in school I graduated with him, he will be missed by lots

— Trina Uecker-Haugen

January 26, 2021 1:18pm

To Ralph and the Scharphorn family - my sincere sympathy. Ronnie carried on your family tradition(s) very well and will be missed. Warren Hills

— Warren HIlls

January 26, 2021 11:01am

Ronnie was an exceptionally good guy - rest in peace my friend

— randy johnson

January 26, 2021 11:00am

To me Ron was the wise old sage that sat atop the dirt bike mountain top. I climbed that mountain many times and the old sage alway shared his knowledge willingly and freely. I will miss his kind gentle nature and his welcoming smile every time I walked through the door at Lake Cycle.

— Bill Larson

January 26, 2021 11:00am

Ron ,was one of the kindest and nicest people I have ever know,will be missed

— Rose Scharphorn

January 26, 2021 9:43am

Ron was a great guy, he influenced many Dirtbike Riders and Racers in our State. Will be missed.

— Jeff Hubbard

January 26, 2021 8:45am

I will always remember Ron as someone who loved what he did and loved to help people!

— Scott Matthews

January 26, 2021 8:27am

I am forever grateful to Ron and Ralph for a lifetime of memories and wisdom.

— Scott Krueger

January 25, 2021 10:09pm

The world lost a great person, he always was happy with a smile on his face and I enjoyed to just stop in to his shop just to talk for an hour or so with him he was always there to listen and give advice. You will be missed friend!

— Calvin Camp

January 25, 2021 9:49pm

For the many conversations we had, the tips and tricks you gave me and for being an ambassador to the sport. You will be forever missed! RIP

— Aaron Pennington

January 25, 2021 8:40pm

My heart is broken for the Scharphorn family and Ron's many friends.

— Glenn Jaffas

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