Robert Jay Retsema, age 91, went to be with his Lord Wednesday, September 11, 2024. Robert (Bob) was preceded in death by his dear wife, Joan (VanWingeren); parents Jay and Christine Retsema; and brother, James Retsema. Bob will be lovingly remembered by his daughters Deborah (Owen) Laughlin, Janet (Brad) Spiegel, Laura (Matthew) Woolford; eight grandchildren; seven great-grandchildren; and brother, Arthur Retsema.
Bob and Joan shared a wonderful life together and raised their family in Grandville. He graduated from General Motors Institute with a Bachelor’s of Mechanical Engineering and his MBA from the University of Michigan. He was an engineer at General Motors - Rochester Product Division where he retired as the superintendent of process engineering. He was a longtime member of Zion Reformed Church. Throughout his life, he enjoyed woodworking, sports, rooting for University of Michigan, sailing, camping on Lake Leelanau, and extensive travel in the U.S., Europe, South Pacific, and Africa. Bob had a strong faith, adored his wife, loved his family, and had a special place in his heart for his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Dad was very appreciative to Jason Homminga for his supportive care in his final years at Waterford.
Funeral services will be held 11 a.m. Monday, September 16, 2024 at Cook Memorial Chapel (East Building), 4235 Prairie St. SW, Grandville, MI 49418, with visitation from 10-10:45 a.m. prior to service. In honor of Bob and in lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to American Heart Association. The family welcomes memories and messages at www.cookcaresgrandville.com in their guestbook online.
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