Obituary for Robert J. "Bob" Kuiper
Robert J. "Bob" Kuiper, age 78, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Bob was the beloved husband of Marjorie (Pessman) Kuiper for 56 years. A wonderful father to Dean, Dwayne (Deb), Darrell (Kim) and Dawn Lyle. A cherished grandfather to Megan (Jesus) Bustamente, Melissa (Gabe) Doran, Natalie (Matt) Eriole, Rebecca Kuiper, Olivia (Cody) Rozeveld, Christopher Lyle, Paige (Jake) Romanack, Angela (Kyle) Robinson, Shannon Kuiper, Brian Lyle, Benjamin Kuiper, Austin Kuiper and Jadyn Kuiper. Great-grandfather of Isaias, Esmeralda, Rowan, Eliot, Caspian, Isabella and Cadence. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Bob was born on September 5, 1943 in Grand Rapids, Michigan to James and Betty Kuiper. Brother to Jim (Cook), Steve (Sandi), Tom (Donna) and Ken (Betty).
Bob graduated from Calvin College and Kuyper College. He was an active member of Immanuel Christian Reformed Church where he served as Deacon, Sunday School teacher and speaker at their local nursing home ministry. He was also involved in the Gideons, Operation Blessing and the Southside Pregnancy Center.
Bob had multiple jobs over his lifetime but his true passion was telling others about Jesus. His latest job was selling cars at VanDahm Lincoln Mercury where he liked meeting new people every day. Since retiring, Bob volunteered with Child Evangelism Fellowship. He loved working with children and sharing God's Word with them. He loved to spend time with his family. We want to thank Alden Estates and Home Hospice for all the love and care they showed.
Visitation Friday, January 7, 2022 from 3-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Lying in State Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 8302 Normandy Ave., Burbank, IL from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Interment private.
Below is a photo tribute celebrating Bob's life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Child Evangelism Fellowship, 702 S. Grace St., Lombard, IL 60148 are appreciated.
Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400
Bob graduated from Calvin College and Kuyper College. He was an active member of Immanuel Christian Reformed Church where he served as Deacon, Sunday School teacher and speaker at their local nursing home ministry. He was also involved in the Gideons, Operation Blessing and the Southside Pregnancy Center.
Bob had multiple jobs over his lifetime but his true passion was telling others about Jesus. His latest job was selling cars at VanDahm Lincoln Mercury where he liked meeting new people every day. Since retiring, Bob volunteered with Child Evangelism Fellowship. He loved working with children and sharing God's Word with them. He loved to spend time with his family. We want to thank Alden Estates and Home Hospice for all the love and care they showed.
Visitation Friday, January 7, 2022 from 3-8 p.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL. Lying in State Saturday, January 8, 2022 at Immanuel Christian Reformed Church, 8302 Normandy Ave., Burbank, IL from 9:30 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Interment private.
Below is a photo tribute celebrating Bob's life.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Child Evangelism Fellowship, 702 S. Grace St., Lombard, IL 60148 are appreciated.
Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400