Robert J. VanderLaan's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Robert J. VanderLaan

October 16, 1939 - September 30, 2025 (85 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Robert J. VanderLaan's obituary , Passed away on September 30, 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care

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Robert J. VanderLaan

October 16, 1939 - September 30, 2025 (85 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Robert J. VanderLaan Obituary

The memory of Robert J. VanderLaan of Grand Rapids, Michigan, who passed away on September 30, 2025 at the age of 85, will forever remain in the hearts of those touched by this precious presence in their lives. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Robert J. VanderLaan to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Jay VanderLaan and Grace VanderLaan (Hill). He is survived by: his wife Audrey J. VanderLaan (Caskey); his children, Myron VanderLaan (Kim), Donna Cass (Dwayne) and Brian VanderLaan; his grandchildren, Derek Cass (Jennifer), Dianna Gordon (Caleb) and Katie VanderLaan; his great grandchildren, Addisyn, Mason, Kensingtyn, Emmersyn, Emmitt and Ellianna; and his sister MaryAnn Babcock.

Visitation will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM at the Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care (3627 Linden Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548). A memorial service will be held on Thursday, October 9th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the same location.

In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Shriners Children's Hospital (http://donate.shrinerschildrens.org).

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care



Thu

Oct 09

Visitation

10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care
3627 Linden Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

Thu

Oct 09

Memorial service

11:00 AM

Michigan Cremation & Funeral Care
3627 Linden Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49548

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