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3131 S. Division Ave.
Wyoming,
MI
49548
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“Lowell was my uncle,,,my funniest uncle, my mom's brother. I have a few special memories of him, but the one I will never forget is we were both...Read More »
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1 of 19 | Posted by: Sue Miller - Kentwood, MI - Neice
“I was a caregiver for Bob for about three months. It was an experience to be sure. But I grew to really care about him in that time. I was unable to...Read More »
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2 of 19 | Posted by: wendy hallgren - Hamilton, MI
“Keeping you in our thoughts and Prayers. I'm not going to say that all of Bob's jokes were funny, but I will say that I always looked forward to...Read More »
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3 of 19 | Posted by: Jay & Dawn Zink - Allendale, MI
“We enjoyed several visits with Bob when he came to see our daughter's family (Kevin and Londa Alderink). Warren especially had long conversations...Read More »
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4 of 19 | Posted by: Warren and Ellen Paulk - Ocilla,, GA
“Will always remember many a cold, rainy or snowy night the site of Bob showing up at a fire scene with warm food and coffee and a smile on his face....Read More »
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5 of 19 | Posted by: Dennis Rosel Assistant Chief Chester Township - MI
“To the Wolbrink Family ; our prayers and thoughts will be with you and all of your family at this time of sorrow. May God give you added strength and...Read More »
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6 of 19 | Posted by: Ken &Carol Noorman - Allendale, MI
“Bob will be very missed around the Central Ave./Maple St. neighborhood. It just won't be the same next summer without our mobile fruit/vegetable...Read More »
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7 of 19 | Posted by: Jim Folkert Family - Zeeland, MI
“Love you Grandpa
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8 of 19 | Posted by: Andrea - Granddaughter
“Grace,
Wishing you and your family strength and peace in this difficult time.
Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers,
Valerie
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9 of 19 | Posted by: Valerie Dye - Grand Rapids, MI
“My deepest condolences to you and your family, Grace, at this very sad time for the Wolbrinks. The obituary is wonderful, and gives great insight...Read More »
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10 of 19 | Posted by: Claudia Upton - Forest Hills, NY
“Steve, I am very sorry for your lose. Family is the most important thing in our lives and loosing a Father is very difficult. My wife and I pray the...Read More »
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11 of 19 | Posted by: Lane Muckey - Hartley, IA
“I am so sorry to learn of Bob's passing, and grateful for the moment to reflect on times spent visiting with him. I'm glad I was able to give him a...Read More »
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12 of 19 | Posted by: Colleen Streeter - Zeeland, MI
“I hope you have ever lasting peace!! May you rest in God's ever lasting sense of peace and rest!!
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13 of 19 | Posted by: Julie Bogart - Holland , MI
“Steve: I wll always remember talking with your Dad and never being able to end the conversation without a joke or riddle. He was proud of his kids...Read More »
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14 of 19 | Posted by: Lynn Walters - Zeeland, MI
“Steve, sorry for your loss - our prayers are with you and your family during this difficult period.
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15 of 19 | Posted by: debra barrow
“Steve and family so sorry for the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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16 of 19 | Posted by: Karen Kadera - Milford, IA
“Steve I am so sorry to hear about your families loss. I just wanted to let you know that you and your family are in my families thoughts and prayers.
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17 of 19 | Posted by: Stewart Cooper - Sheldon , IA
“Sorry for your loss, My thoughts and prayers are with you. Tonya
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18 of 19 | Posted by: Tonya Withee - Sioux Center, IA
“Steve, we are so sorry for your loss. Remember it's all in God's hands. Love your good friends Mike and Jeri
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19 of 19 | Posted by: Jeri Johnson - Hartley, IA
WOLBRINK – L. R. "Bob" Wolbrink, aged 77 of Zeeland, went to be with the Lord Wednesday, December 14, 2011. Surviving are his children, Grace Wolbrink, Stephen (Ann) Wolbrink; grandchildren, Andrea, Stephanie Ann, Courtney Lynn; one great grandson; sister, Gladys Wiseman; and several nieces and nephews. During his teen years, Bob obtained the rank of Lieutenant in the Civil Air Patrol and earned a pilot's license while being active in many civil defense units. He proudly served his country in the Korean Conflict with the U.S. Air Force. He helped with the formation of the Washo County, NV Fire Dept. and was a former fireman for the city of Sparks, NV, also co-founder of the Nevada Ambulance Service. While in California he graduated from the Oakland Co. Police and Fire Academies. Bob was the founder and owner of the Valley City Casket Co. which he operated for many years, also aided in the manufacturing of ambulance and emergency equipment. He served as a Reserve Deputy in the Kent County Sheriff Dept. under Arnold Peghurst, also was a Cadet in Civil Air Patrol and helped build a state wide ground reserve unit. Bob was the founder of the Fire Dept. Canteen 800 Unit for Western Michigan and served as 1st Sergeant for MEV – Michigan Emergency Volunteer Militia. Funeral Services will be held 1:00 PM Friday, December 16 at the Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel, 3131 S. Division Ave. The family will greet relatives and friends Thursday 6 to 8 PM and one hour prior to the service on Friday. Interment Allendale Cemetery. Memorial contributions may be made to Allendale Firefighters' Association, in honor of Bob's father who helped establish the Allendale Fire Department. Memories and condolences to Bob's family may be shared at www.stegengafuneralchapel.com.
Visitation
December 15, 2011
6:00 PM
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Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel
3131 S. Division Ave.
Wyoming, MI 49548
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Visitation
December 16, 2011
12:00 PM
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Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel
3131 S. Division Ave.
Wyoming, MI 49548
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Funeral Service
December 16, 2011
1:00 PM
Ronan-Vanderpool-Stegenga Funeral Chapel
3131 S. Division Ave.
Wyoming, MI 49548
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