Charles Ybema Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-09-12T14:00:00
End: 2025-09-12T15:00:00
Location: Stroo Funeral Home

With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of Charles Ybema of Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on September 7, 2025. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Arthur Ybema and Lucy Ybema; his son Chip Ybema; and his brother-in-law Harold Cook. He is survived by: his daughter Sara Ybema (Ben Williams); his grandchildren, Theodore, Mahina, Minerva and Bernadette; his siblings, Mary Cook and Doug Ybema (Marsha); and his former wife Betty Horvath (Geoff). He is also survived by many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Visitation was held on Friday, September 12th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Stroo Funeral Home (1095 68th St SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49508). A funeral service was held on Friday, September 12th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating in memory of Chuck to the Harbor Humane Society.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Stroo Funeral Home

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September 10, 2025

Agnes Holton wrote a sympathy message

“With warm and many fond memories of Chuck. Wishing all of his loved ones peace and grace during your time of grief. Chuck was one of a kind, may your reflections and memories of and with him, as well as your time spent together soften your loss. With sincere condolences, Agnes and Ed”