Lombard, Illinois
Rev. Doctor Arthur De Kruyter, 84. Founding pastor of Christ Church of Oak Brook. Beloved husband of the late Gladys, nee Vanderbilt. Loving father of Lucette (Thomas J.) Bamford. Devoted grandfather of Thomas A. "TAB" (Kristin) and Arthur Bamford. Great-grandfather of Matt and Bobby Bamford....
Read MoreI miss our breakfasts together, and our evenings at WTAQ. And, of course, his wonderful sermons at Christ church of which we were charter members.
Bill Wardle
January 09, 2021 | Tucson | Friend
Dear Lucette and Tom. I was sitting at my computer and thought about your dad; googled him and was saddened to see that he went to be with The Lord last January.
He was the inspiration for me to begin a career in church administration. He was wonderful kind, humble and compassionate man. His sermons stirred my heart and inspired me to always use him as the standard and example of a what a true caring Pastor and Inspirational Leader should be.
I can't express enough my...
Ray and Patty Venture
January 10, 2012 | Coral Springs, FL
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Robrt & Marilyn Van Ausdall
January 21, 2011 | Oak Brook, IL
Dear Lucette,
Our family will always think fondly of you and of your dad and mom. Those were the days in WS. It will not be easy for you to be without him, but God will give you strength and comfort. Love Gladys Schuil, Gail, Gwen, Gloria and Greta.
Gladys Schuil
January 19, 2011 | Bradenton, FL
We were blessed to have had the opportunity to learn and grow from Dr. DeKruyter's sermons and his unwavering witness during the years of '83 through to his retirement. He was truly a "Godly" man and we are very grateful for his dedicated service to the Lord.
Erin Liva
January 17, 2011 | Bloomingdale, IL
Our sympathy to your family, we are so saddened to hear of your loss. Dr. De Kruyter was such a wonderful blessing for the 25 years we were at Christ Church, and we know he was such a blessing to so many others. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Ken and Lynda Hogan, South Haven Mi.
January 17, 2011
Dear Lucette and family i'm so sorry on your loss. I first met Rev.DeKruyter in 1982 and he always had time to stop and ask how things were going,with a real caring feeling.That was our Lord's peace and light in him i will never forget. R.I.P. Reverend. See you again in God's home...
Ron Swanson
January 16, 2011 | Lake Geneva, WI
Dear Lucette, Our deepest sympathy on the passing of Dr. Arthur DeKruyter. He was an inspiration and a great influence in the lives of many congregation members of which we were one since 1985.We were very blessed by him. Carole and John Verre
John @ Carole Verre
January 16, 2011 | Orland Park, IL
My sympathies to the entire family. Rev. DeKruyter was so influential in my life. He confirmed me and his sermons move me (I still listen to several of them on old tapes!). I learned what it meant to be a true Christian through his words and actions. I enjoyed working with him one summer when I worked for the church and it's always been an honor to have been one of the first babies baptized by him in the then-new sanctuary in 1970. I know my dear late grandparents (Robert and Janet Katz)...
Mark A. Stange
January 16, 2011 | Darien, IL