Robert (DJ Bob) Shaffer, age 57 of Hudsonville, passed away Saturday, September 30, 2023. Bob was preceded in death by his mother, Ethel Steenhagen. He will be deeply missed by his wife of 33 years, Kristy; children Justin Shaffer of Jenison, Jessica (Joel) King of Jenison, Kristen (Sean) Boyle of Wyoming, Katlin Shaffer (James Smeltzer) of Holland; grandchildren Annabel, Everlee, and Josette Boyle, Bryson and Sawyer King; stepdad, Ron Steenhagen; siblings Terri Brower, Ron Steenhagen II, Anita Hicks, and BJ Shaffer; many nieces, nephews, and friends.
Bob graduated from Northview High School in 1984. He met his wife Kristy in 1989 and they married in 1990. Bob DJ’d from 1989 - 2010 and later came out of retirement to answer friend’s calls. He DJ’d at Magoos, Brick House, and many other private events. In the early 90s he worked at Jerry’s Roadhouse and Jerry’s Country Inn. Following that he worked 23 years at Gordon Food Service and then three years at Spectrum Health. Bob made so many wonderful friends over the years everywhere he went. He loved and adored his five beautiful grandchildren. He was an active member of Family Church, greeting and leading song service.
Visitation will be held from 4-6 p.m. Friday, October 6, 2023 at Cook Memorial Chapel (East Building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, Michigan. Funeral services will be held 2 p.m. Saturday, October 7, 2023 at Cook Memorial Chapel (East Building), with visitation from 1-1:45 p.m. prior to service. In lieu of flowers and in memory of Bob, contributions may be made to Spectrum Hospice. The family welcomes memories and messages in their guest book online at www.cookcaresgrandville.com.
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