Robert Allen Hoenisch

Robert Allen Hoenisch, age 55, of Grand Rapids, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, March 19, 2018. He was preceded in death by his wife of 34 years, Annette, just one week ago.  He will be dearly missed by his children, Margaret Joy, David Joshua (fiancée, Lisa), Jonathan Andrew, Joseph Samuel; mother-in-law, Geraldine Scholtens; brothers-in-law, Mark (Julia) Scholtens, Duane (Melissa) Scholtens, Kenneth (Barbara) Scholtens; nieces and nephews, Andrew, Phillip, Paige, Peighton, Lainey, Colter, Kyle, Elizabeth and Emma.  Bob was very creative and had a wonderful ear for music. He was a great woodworker and was well known for the pens, bowls and vases he could turn on a lathe. Bob was very involved in his church, teaching 6th grade Sunday School for many years, ushering, and actively participating in the men’s ministry. Bob had a servant’s heart and enjoyed helping others.  He was also an active staff member in the Grand Rapids Young Marines. A memorial service will be held on Sunday, March 25, 2018 at 4 p.m. at Byron Center Bible Church, 8855 Byron Center Ave SW, Byron Center, with Rev. Dr. Rich McCarrell, Pastor Travis Huseby, Pastor Ken McGee and Pastor Mike McClish officiating.  Interment Allendale Township Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that memorial contributions be made to the Hoenisch Children Benevolent Fund at Byron Center Bible Church.