Ken VanSolkema's obituary , Passed away on April 10, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ken VanSolkema

February 20, 1943 - April 10, 2026 (83 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Ken VanSolkema's obituary , Passed away on April 10, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Ken VanSolkema

February 20, 1943 - April 10, 2026 (83 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Ken VanSolkema Obituary

With solemn reverence, we commemorate Ken VanSolkema in Grand Rapids, Michigan, whose life came to an end on April 10, 2026 at the age of 83, leaving behind cherished memories. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, John VanSolkema and Hazel VanSolkema. He is survived by: his spouse Robalyn "Robbie" Rose VanSolkema; his children, Tad, Marc (Nancy), Ryan (Vicki) and Scot (Jessica); his grandchildren, Cassidy, Zach, Bella, Courteney, Autumn, Zoe and Maizy; his great grandchild Charlie; and his siblings, Jim VanSolkema (Barb), Linda Dawson (Don), Nancy VanderHave (Robert), John VanSolkema (Deb) and Steve VanSolkema.

In lieu of flowers, the family asks that donations be made to Parkinson's disease research (https://www.parkinson.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service



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Apr 26

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Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service
4291 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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Apr 27

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Metcalf & Jonkhoff Funeral Service
4291 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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