Robert Stevens

Robert Neil Stevens, age 76, of Wyoming, born on May 15, 1949, passed away peacefully on Friday, March 27, 2026.

After graduating from high school, he enlisted in the United States Navy and proudly served his country during the Vietnam War. Bob went on to become the longtime owner of Mel’s Party Store, dedicating 38 years to the business. He was a well-known and respected presence in the Grandville community, serving not only as a business owner but also as a mentor to many young employees over the years.

Bob had a deep passion for coon and rabbit hunting and took great pride in raising several Grand Night World Champion hunting dogs. He also devoted many years to coaching his son’s sports teams, and later generously gave his time as a videographer for the football and basketball programs at Wyoming Park High School.

He will be remembered as a man who meant so much to so many—a devoted family man, a mentor, and a friend to all who knew him.

He will be lovingly remembered by his sons and daughters-in-law, Joe and Jenn Stevens, and Tim and Tarra Stevens; grandchildren, Mackenzie, Lexi, Kylie, Lincoln, Declan, and Brinley; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Bob Lewis, Judy Peterman, Lori Drier, Joanie and Abe Cardosa, Mary and Steve Soderman; and many nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Beverly Stevens; parents, Neil and Alberta Stevens; brother, Dave Stevens; sister-in-law, Colleen DeBack; brothers-in-law, Lyman Lewis, Jim Lewis, Craig Lewis, and Bruce Lewis.

Relatives and friends may visit with the family on Monday, April 6, from 5-8 p.m. at Matthysse Kuiper DeGraaf Funeral Home (Grandville) 4145 Chicago Dr. SW. Funeral service will be at 11 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7, at the funeral home with Pastor Adam Grill officiating. An additional time of visitation will be held on Tuesday from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to the service at the funeral home. Burial will take place at Resurrection Cemetery.