Name: Cook Funeral Home & Cremation Services — Grandville Chapel
Address: Grandville, MI

Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. 

 Posted by jim and Betsy Sanderson - Rockford, MI - Friends April 22, 2015

"Our deepest sympathy for you, may God's Love and comfort sustain you, praying for you.

 Posted by Melvin & Delores Wainright - Rockford, MI - friend and neighbor April 22, 2015

Your family is in our prayers. Ron and Patti Goudzwaard

 Posted by Patti - Hastings, MI April 22, 2015

Dear Terpstra family Im very sorry for your loss I fondly remember Caleb as my 4 year old ballet student 10 years ago. My daughters attend Algoma Christuan School and last time we ran into Caleb was at the school carnival.He said he remembered me as his first ballet teacher. He was very polite and sweet. May the grace of God uphold and sustain you in this difficult time. You are in my prayers In Christ, Olga Smelik

 Posted by Olga Smelik - Sand Lake, MI - former ballet teacher April 22, 2015

We are deeply sorry for the passing of Caleb. We pray the Lord will wrap his arms around you and hold you close at this difficult time. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Thank you for blessing us with your family at Mission Allendale on Saturday April 18.

 Posted by Caroline & Tim Mulder - Allendale, MI - Friends April 23, 2015

Praying you find comfort and peace in this time of great loss. 

 Posted by Ron Bingle - Allendale, MI - Coworker April 23, 2015

God, bring comfort and peace. Peace is your essence. Peace is your name. Bring peace to this family who has lost their precious child in death.
 We come to you, God because we know that you sorrow, and are acquainted with grief. You too have endured the loss of a child. You empathize.
 We can't help but ask, "Why?" Forgive our insistence, our confusion, even our anger. We believe that you are just, and we ache to understand how this tragic death is an expression of that justice, how it expresses your love. We also know in our minds at least that you seldom answer the "why?" question. We press you, but on these matters you are mostly silent.
 What we ask instead is "how?" How can we move forward? How can this bring us together and not tear us apart? How can we now live under the shadow of this untimely death? Answer this prayer with your comfort and guidance.
 There is no way to remove the pain. The grief is real. The only sanity is to know, to believe, in a life beyond with you, when all the scales are righted and the sufferings are made good. We trust you and your promise that while this child's life on earth is done, his life beyond has just begun. With that release we lose him and let him go into your arms, then by faith receive in return the boundless comfort of your presence. That is all, that is enough. In Jesus. 

 Posted by William Yates - Caledonia, MI - Coworker April 23, 2015

I'm so sorry for your loss, Jim and Brenda. Your family is in my prayers.

 Posted by Diane Slotemaker Virden - St. Charles , IL - College roommate April 23, 2015

Our deepest sympathy for the loss of Caleb. May your faith and love help you with this difficult time and future. The Jamison's

 Posted by Patricia jamison - rockford, MI - friend and neighbors April 23, 2015

The Koinonia Family would like to express our profound sadness for the passing of your son. Caleb was a true child of Christ with a loving and joyful spirit that will live in our hearts forever. May God bless Caleb and your family. 

 Posted by Bob Prokopy, Ruth Hoogmoed - Koinonia Tutors & Staff, MI - Koinonia Tutors & Staff April 23, 2015

Our heart felt condolences for the loss of Caleb.May God in love sustain you through the sorrow you now bear,And faith help lift the burden as you feel his tender care.Your family is in our prayers and thoughts.

 Posted by Joseph Preeti - Rockford, MI - Friends and neighbors April 23, 2015

Keeping all of you in our prayers. May you feel God holding you tightly in His arms, walking and carrying you as you walk through such pain and sorrow. Love you so much. John and Kathy Miedema and family

 Posted by kathy miedema - Kentwood, MI - friend of family April 23, 2015

Praying for you during this time of loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Suzie Alblas

 Posted by Suzie Alblas - Sparta, MI - Algoma Parent April 23, 2015

Brenda, Jim & family...Gord & I are truly in prayer for your comfort during this most unexpected difficult time...Psalm 27:14 'Wait on the Lord: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart: wait, I say, on the Lord. We are so thankful to KNOW that you & all your family is so close to the Lord. Our hearts cry out for you all! Love, 'The Wadds' Gord & Debbie

 Posted by Gord & Debbie Wadds - Ovid, MI - Horse Friends April 23, 2015

We cannot fathom the deep sorrow that you are experiencing but want you to know that we are praying that God's loving compassion will be felt by you each and every minute, hour and day that is ahead. He will be your powerful strength when you feel at your weakest. Jim and Sue DeJonge, 

 Posted by Jim and Sue DeJonge - Jenison, MI - friend of family April 23, 2015

Jim and Brenda - Our hearts go out to you at this time of great loss and sorrow. While we will be unable to attend the memorial service due to being out of town we will be praying for you and your family.

 Posted by Gary & Lisa Heim - Rockford, MI - BHBC friends April 23, 2015

Jim and Brenda and family, We are so very sad to hear about Caleb. We are keeping you in our thoughts and prayers and holding you in God's healing Light. 

 Posted by Karen and Kelly Morris - Avondale Estates, GA - cousins April 23, 2015

Our deepest sympathies to you and your family at the loss of Caleb. May the love and support of family and friends help you at this most difficult time. The Schillings

 Posted by Beth Schilling - Rockford, MI - Friend and Neighbor April 24, 2015

Dear Jim and Brenda and family - Words cannot express the sorrow and the pain we feel for the loss of your son Caleb. He was the bright spark of the neighborhood who always had a smile or a wave as we drove past your house. He will be missed. Our hearts and prayers go out to you at this difficult time. ((Hugs)), love, and strength being sent your way. 

 Posted by Willison Family - Rockford, MI - Friend and Neighbor April 24, 2015

Dear Brenda and Jim, How sad for you I was to hear about the loss of your dear son, Caleb! My prayer is that God will fill your hearts with His peace and comfort through the difficult weeks and months ahead!

 Posted by Sue Klein - Grandville, MI - HCS Colleague April 24, 2015

Jim and Brenda, our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of terrible loss. I pray for the peace and healing which will come with time. Our hearts break for you. 

 Posted by Todd and Sharon Nanninga - Demotte, IN - Friend April 24, 2015

We only knew Caleb through the TBC program, but he was always so full of energy and his knowledge of the Word was impressive. We are praying for you and your family during this very difficult time.
 Ed, Susan and Cali Sherman

 Posted by Susan Sherman - Jenison, MI - TBC April 24, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Terpstra family. We didn't know Caleb but know Jim from college and have kept in touch throughout the years. My heart breaks for you and I pray for God's grace, mercy, and healing during this time. Our deepest sympathies.
 -Todd Burghgraef Family

 Posted by Todd Burghgraef - Caledonia, MI - Friend April 24, 2015

Our thoughts are filled with sadness for the loss of your beautiful son. We are remembering you with love and prayers. 

 Posted by " Sonny" & Alyne McCann - Midland, MI - Cousins (Shaff/Fleming) April 24, 2015

Words cannot convey how sorry we are for your loss of your son, Caleb. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. 

 Posted by Allen and Gloria Dykstra - Allendale, MI - Friend April 24, 2015

I wish I could gather the right words to make your families pain less and offer some comfort. I have see a family graciosly open their doors to grieving friends, neighbors and family without hesitaiton in the darkest of times. I admire your willingness to let people into your life so they too can grieve with you in the loss of Caleb. May God give you strength, hope and love to endure this journey that he has been placed on you. Sincerely, Becky Thompson

 Posted by Scott and Becky Thompson - Rockford, MI - neighbor April 24, 2015

I used to teach Caleb at BHBC for 3 years. He was one of the sweetest boys in my class. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Terpstra family. 

 Posted by Ross Engelkes - Rockford, MI - Friend April 24, 2015

I wish I could gather the right words to make your families pain less and offer some comfort. I have seen a family graciously open their doors to grieving friends and family without hesitation in the darkest of times. I admire your willingness to let people into your life so they too can grieve with you in the loss of Caleb. May God give you strength, hope and love to endure this journey that he has placed on you. Sincerely, Scott and Becky Thompson

 Posted by Becky Thompson - Rockford, MI - neighbor April 24, 2015

I am so sorry for your loss I remember playing with Caleb on Sunday moe kings in Kids Kingdom Early Choldhood! He will be missed! Keeping you all I. My prayers in the hours days weeks months and years to come.

 Posted by Hannah Kaniewski - Grand Rapids , MI April 24, 2015

We hope that you and your family be strong to go through these extremely difficult moments. We must endure and accept God's decisions for things to be as they are even when the most precious ones in our lives must go. Let the love for Caleb give you the determination to continue on your journey.

 Posted by The Schiessers - St. Joseph, MI April 25, 2015

Dear Jim, Brenda, Sister Elsie, and extended family; Our deepest sympathy and sorrow at your loss of Caleb. Mere words cannot express the sadness we feel for all of you. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Bert & Aunt Judy

 Posted by Bert & Judy Messelink - State College, PA - Aunt & Uncle April 25, 2015

Caleb was the first youth to befriend our kids when we moved here. We will miss him and continue to pray for your family. He was a generous young man, offering genuine friendship to those around him. Our hearts break for you! 

 Posted by Wendell and Amy Kauffman - friends of the family April 25, 2015

Love and prayers for the family. 

 Posted by leah Garcia - Rockford, MI - friend April 25, 2015

Speechless over your heartbreaking news...praying you all feel God's strong, loving arms around you. 

 Posted by Mary Jane Pories - Grand Rapids, MI - Friend April 26, 2015

I pray for the entire family and ask for Gods loving arms to heal you? Im so sorry.

 Posted by Kathy Messelink Fien - Visalia, CA - cousin April 26, 2015

Dear Jim, Brenda, Braden and Noah and family, We are grieving with you in the passing of Caleb. May you feel His presence surrounding you and bringing comfort to you in every day to come.

 Posted by Martha and Rachel Lubin - Saint Petersburg, FL - cousins April 26, 2015

Dear Jim, Brenda, Braden, Noah and Family, We have lost a beautiful person but know in Christ we will be reunited. Caleb was an awesome student in my art class my first year at Koinonia. I am blessed to have had the privilege to teach him. His warm welcoming soul has etched an incredible mark on my heart. Thank you for allowing me the time with your son. My love and prayers go to you and your family during this time. 

 Posted by Karla Galvin - Rockford, MI - Koinonia Art Tutor April 26, 2015

Jim & Brenda, Braden and Noah, We are so incredibly sad and heartbroken about the loss of Caleb. You are in our prayers continually. May God give you the strength, peace, and comfort you need in the days ahead. There's no tragedy quite like losing a child. We are sorry too for the loss of your brother, Braden and Noah. We know he is with the Lord now. I like to think that his Grandpa was there to greet him. Ephesians 2:8 "For it is by grace you have been saved, through faitha�"and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of Goda�" not by works, so that no one can boast."Jesus said "I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die." Thanks to Jesus that salvation is through Him alone and His promises are true - We will be united with Caleb one day.

 Posted by Jon & Sherry, Jamin and Moriah Reinbold - Grand Rapids, MI - Friend April 26, 2015

To the family- When I heard of the traggic news I was saddened and shocked. The day I found out I happened to be going through old photos and found a photo of Caleb when he was about 3, when i used to babysit. I remember when my (biological) mom passed away and he made me a card and was so sweet and caring toward me. Such a sweet boy. So sorry for your loss and will definitely be praying. 

 Posted by Sarah Galle - Rockford , MI - Former babysitter April 26, 2015

Jim, Brenda and family -- Loses like these touch even those who never met Caleb. Such terrible loses for your family recently with your dad and now your son. I will continue to lift you up in prayer to the Heavenly Father through the days, weeks and months ahead. May God hold you close, and may He abundantly shower you with His love, peace and grace. "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, you are with me." His promises are true, He is faithful. 

 Posted by Deb Haak - Zeeland, MI - friend of Elsie April 27, 2015

Jim and Family,
 Words cannot convey my condolences for your loss. May our God uphold you, sustain you and show His unconditional love and provision through these most difficult times. Your Brother in Christ, Bill Reits 

 Posted by Bill Reits - Byron Center, MI - Coworker April 27, 2015

Jim and Brenda, Our hearts ache alongside yours. No words to describe. We lift you up in prayer. God grant them peace beyond comprehension. Fill them with Your Spirit, continue to walk beside them.

 Posted by Bob and Lynne Pfund - Grand Rapids, MI - Friend April 27, 2015

Jim and Family, I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

 Posted by Mano A Unni - Grand Rapids, MI - Coworker April 27, 2015

"I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers."

 Posted by Ryan Braman - Grand Rapids, MI - Coworker April 27, 2015

Jim, Brenda, Braden and Noah, You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We were heartbroken when learned of the loss of sweet Caleb. We are so very sorry and will continue to lift up your whole family in prayer. Much love from the Grinsteads. 

 Posted by Andy & Betty Jo Grinstead & Family - Cumming,GA, GA - Friend April 27, 2015

Dearest Jim and Brenda Our hearts break for your family as you mourn the loss of Caleb. Know we are praying for you all. Love you!! Don and Dianne Bazuin

 Posted by Don and Dianne Bazuin - Byron Center, MI - friend April 28, 2015

Jim and family - please accept my condolences in your great loss. My God give you a special peace as you walk this valley. 

 Posted by Dean R. - Grand Rapids, MI - Associate April 28, 2015

my thoughts and prayers are with your entire family, i pray that with the grace of GOD you can work to find peace 

 Posted by william brinkmeier - rockford, MI April 28, 2015

I had Caleb in a small group at bhbc kids kingdom a few years ago. Very kind, bright young man. Words cannot express, but he is in a better place.

 Posted by Dave Martella - Rockford, MI April 29, 2015

CALEB TO COACH Written By: Jason Moyer
 "Tuck back those ears boy, if you plan on fitting through that door." "God gave me these, so I can hear you, Uncle Jay, amongst this football crowd's roar."
 "Well, are you eating those steaks and potatoes? If you are going to be a linebacker, you have to start doing your part." "God made me this way, he'd rather them see the size of my heart."
 "Your arms are all over the place, pump them faster or these boys will start passing you by." "It will make them feel good to win, besides, I am practicing to fly."
 "Bigger! Stronger! Faster! Caleb, reading isn't one of the stations." "Coach, my football 101 says we should start with Genesis and end in Revelation"
 "Caleb, the way I look at it, your throwing mechanics are all wrong." "This quarterback stuff is kind of boring, by the way, have you heard the new Casting Crowns' song?"
 "Caleb, your feet are too big, your legs are too small, you have qualities we just don't need." "How about the captain position? Like the missionaries in our church, I think I'd like to lead."
 "Now that I look at it Caleb, I haven't been using the right approach. When it comes to love, kindness, and understanding, how about I call you coach?"
 

 Posted by Jason & Mindy Moyer - Gaylord, MI - Uncle & Aunt May 01, 2015

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Caleb James Terpstra

December 12, 2000 – April 20, 2015

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