Robert Dean Hesselink's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2025 in Marion, Michigan

Robert Dean Hesselink

April 4, 1953 - August 21, 2025 (72 years old)

Marion, Michigan

Robert Dean Hesselink's obituary , Passed away on August 21, 2025 in Marion, Michigan

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Peterson Funeral Home

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Robert Dean Hesselink

April 4, 1953 - August 21, 2025 (72 years old)

Marion, Michigan

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Robert Dean Hesselink Obituary

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Robert Dean Hesselink of Marion, Michigan, who passed away on August 21, 2025, at the age of 72, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Robert Dean Hesselink to show support.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Gerrit Hesselink and Helen Hesselink (Dunbar). He is survived by: his wife Lori Hesselink of Marion; his children, Adam (Molly) of Byron Center and Bethany Hesselink of Byron Center; his granddaughters, Sophie and Billie; his siblings, LD Hesselink (Ellen) of Marion, Bev Orvis (John) of Marion, Sue Peterson (Don) of Cadillac, Connie Hesselink of Marion and Greg Hesselink (Laura) of Marion; his in-laws, Gayl Kessel (Brad) of Grand Rapids and Mark Dykstra (Danell) of Houston, TX; and his close friends, Randy Gilde, Don Ryan, Larry Kirt, Paul Yowell and Ryan Meadows.

In lieu of flowers contributions can be made to Hospice of Michigan or the family.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Peterson Funeral Home



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September 19, 2025

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“In loving memory of Robert Dean Hesselink, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family during this difficult time. We get through the grief but never truly get over it. Many lives are changed in every way forever with his passing.”


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9034 23 Mile Rd, Marion, MI 49665

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