Evert L. Bobeldyk

BOBELDYK - Evert Bobeldyk, age 76, entered the presence of his Lord and Savior, August 22, 2001, following complications from an automobile accident on August 4. He is now reunited with his wife, Ann, whom he loved dearly.

His presence will be deeply missed and his love will live on in the hearts of his children, Barb and Mark Huizingh, Jack and Joni Bobeldyk, Dan and Kelly Bobeldyk; his grandchildren, Todd and Kara Huizingh, Michael Huizingh, Benjamin and Jennifer Huizingh, Nicole Huizingh, Robert and Heather Huizingh, Denton and Jill Bobeldyk, Shawn and Tamara Orr, Sara, David and Jacob Bobeldyk; and eight treasured great grandchildren three not yet born.

Evert was a graduate of Calvin College and Western Michigan University. He was also a World War II Veteran. Both Evert and his wife taught together at Byron Center Christian School for 25 years. Mr. Bobeldyk loved his students and they looked forward to being in his class. He continued to be a faithful fan of countless ball games played by his children and grandchildren, and all the current teams will miss him! Evert was a member of Hope Christian Reformed Church for over 36 years, where he served several terms as Elder.

He was born in Corsica, South Dakota, and is survived by three sisters, Luverne Vernon Star, Marie Noteboom, and Ester Ligtenburg; sisters-in-law, Octavia Den Beste, Arla Jack Veldheer.

The funeral service will be held Friday at 10 a.m. from the Cook Memorial Chapel east building 4235 Prairie St. SW, with Pastor Mike Hoogeboom and Rev. Archie VanderHart of Hope Christian Reformed Church officiating. Interment Grandville Cemetery.

The family will meet with relatives and friends Thursday 2 to 4 and 7 to 9 p.m. from the Cook Funeral Home west building.

Memorial contributions may be made to Byron Center Elementary Christian School, 8440 Byron Center SW, Byron Center, MI 49315.

If you are unable to attend the visitation or service, please sign the family’s Memory Book at www.cookfuneralhome.com

Unmeasured wisdom, insight and love; Meek and mild, yet a fortress of strength. Unconditional love for all he held dear; His compassion extended great lengths. Richer by far the lives that he touched; A treasure that won’t fade away. A reflection of Jesus in all that he was; And forever with us he will stay.

Visitation August 23, 2001 2:04 AM to 9:00 PM Cook Funeral Home, Inc. - Grandville Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619

Funeral Service August 24, 2001 10:00 AM Cook Memorial Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619

Interment Friday August 24 2001 Grandville Cemetery - Grandville 3570 Prairie Street SW Grandville, MI (616) 530-4985

Funeral Home Service Cook Funeral Home, Inc. - Grandville Chapel 4235 Prairie St. SW Grandville, MI (616) 534-7619