Thomas VanDyk's obituary , Passed away on September 16, 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

Thomas VanDyk

March 6, 1938 - September 16, 2025 (87 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan

Thomas VanDyk's obituary , Passed away on September 16, 2025 in Grand Rapids, Michigan

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Thomas VanDyk

March 6, 1938 - September 16, 2025 (87 years old)

Grand Rapids, Michigan


Thomas VanDyk Obituary

The world bids farewell to Thomas VanDyk (Grand Rapids, Michigan), departing on September 16, 2025 at the age of 87. Thomas leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

Though Thomas has departed this earthly realm, his legacy endures — a legacy of love that will continue to illuminate the lives of family and friends in the darkest of hours. May his spirit soar on wings of eternal peace, forever cherished in the tender embrace of memory.

He was predeceased by: his brothers, Roger and Dale. He is survived by: his friend Tom; his wife Lois; his children, Jack (Sue VanDyk), Debbie (John McQueen), Sherry (George Phillips) and Todd (Deborah VanDyk); and his siblings, Janice Goldthorpe and David VanDyk (Judi). He is also survived by 15 Grandchildren and 19 Great-grandchildren.

Visitation was held on Friday, September 19th 2025 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Saturday, September 20th 2025 from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. A funeral service was held on Saturday, September 20th 2025 at 11:00 AM at the Little Farms Chapel (2518 Arthur St E, Coopersville, MI 49404).

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Fri

Sep 19

Visitation

Heritage Life Story Funeral Homes
2120 Lake Michigan Dr NW, Grand Rapids, MI 49504

Sat

Sep 20

Visitation

Little Farms Chapel
2518 Arthur St E, Coopersville, MI 49404

Sat

Sep 20

Funeral service

Little Farms Chapel
2518 Arthur St E, Coopersville, MI 49404

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September 18, 2025

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September 18, 2025

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“In loving memory of Thomas VanDyk, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time.”


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