Ronald J

Bosma

Ron Bosma, age 76, was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose kindness, thoughtfulness, and gentle spirit touched the lives of all who knew him.

Born in Grand Rapids, Michigan, to Peter and Francis Bosma, Ron grew up with a strong foundation of family and faith. He is survived by his sisters, Ruth Meyer (Casey) and Mary Kooiman (Brian).

Ron shared 53 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Kathy. Together they built a life centered on love, family, and faith. He was a devoted father to his daughters, Jodi (Nate) and Jessica (Alex), and a proud grandfather to seven grandchildren: Ethan, Zoey, Brody, Russell, Wesley, Rhett, and Warren, who brought him so much joy.

Ron was one of those rare people who made everyone feel valued and heard. He was kind and thoughtful; perhaps his greatest gift was being an especially good listener. He never had an unkind word and had a natural ability to strike up a conversation with just about anybody. He was genuinely curious about people and took an interest in everyone he met. His quiet leadership and genuine interest in others left a lasting impression.

His first love was always his family. His strong faith was evident not just in what he believed, but in how he lived his life each day. He led by example, showing his family the importance of kindness, humility, love, and attentive listening. He set a beautiful example for all of us, one that will guide our family for generations to come.

Ron found happiness in sharing the simple pleasures of life with those whom he loved most. He loved fishing, whether for salmon in Michigan or snapper in Florida, and playing tennis and pickleball, always focused on encouraging and empowering others rather than the final score. These passions were among the many things that made life special to him, and he loved sharing them with his family and friends.

Though our hearts are heavy with sadness, we are grateful for all his love, the countless memories, and the life we were blessed to share with Ron. His kindness, faith, and love for his family will remain with us always. The example he set and the love he gave will live on through his children, grandchildren, and all those fortunate enough to have known him.

Ron will be deeply missed and forever loved. A Celebration of Life gathering will be held in Michigan in July 2027. Details will be shared at a later date.

Forever in our hearts.