Robert "Bob" Buffham's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Robert "Bob" Buffham

September 5, 1942 - October 21, 2026 (84 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Robert "Bob" Buffham's obituary , Passed away on October 21, 2026 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Robert "Bob" Buffham

September 5, 1942 - October 21, 2026 (84 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Robert Buffham Obituary

The passing of Robert Buffham of Grand Rapids, Michigan occurred on October 21, 2026. Robert, born on September 5, 1942, is remembered by those who knew him. Family and friends can send flowers and condolences in memory of the loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert Buffham to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his wife Janet Buffham (Sarlouis); his parents, Robert Bryan and Dorothy Della Buffham (Holtrop); and his grandchildren, Kelsey and Jared Sikkema.

He is survived by: his daughters, Lisa Sikkema (Scott) of Rockford, Lori Barnes of Jackson and Lynne Goede; his brothers, Charles Buffham (Sandy) and Tom Buffham (Susan); his grandchildren, Jordan Sikkema, Dr. Michaela Betts, Samuel, Marin Sikkema, Paul Sikkema, Jack Sikkema, William Barnes, Nolan Barnes and Andrew Barnes; and his great grandchild Kendall Sikkema.

Visitation will be held on Wednesday, November 25th 2026 from 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM at the Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church (6655 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546). A memorial service will be held on Wednesday, November 25th 2026 at 3:00 PM at the same location.

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Wed

Nov 25

Visitation

2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church
6655 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

Wed

Nov 25

Memorial service

3:00 PM

Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church
6655 Cascade Rd SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546

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