Loren Rupke

I worked with Loren at J.A. Besteman for over 15 years. It was great working with him for those years. I remember playing golf with him a few times as well. He lived a great life. You have my sympathy and prayers.

Many fond memories. Loren was a good friend and mentor. We served together on the board of JA Besteman Co and worked together for 30 years.

As a young married couple, we lived next to Loren and Diane on Chippewa SE 43 years ago. He had such an infectious personality with such a warm smile, loads of laughter, and genuine warmth. He was always there to answer questions or help us out if needed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family in the loss of this great guy.

I worked with Loren in the produce business for many years. He made me work for every order but he was a great customer and a great friend, many great memories.

I just learned that one of my most treasured clients from 40 years as an Interior Designer recently passed away. To say that my heart is absolutely broken is an understatement. I met Loren and Diane about 20 years ago when I was hired to work on their home. I had an immediate connection with them that grew deeper over time. After Loren's beautiful and devoted wife Diane passed Loren moved to Raybrook Manor. By this time Loren and Mary were together and when Loren introduced Mary I...

Loren was a great servant of the Lord at Calvin Church
and a good friend. He will be missed by all.
W. Hecker - Calvin CRC

I will miss Loren at Raybrook. So often when visiting my parents or mother in-law I would join Loren and Marilyn as they ate their meals.We would always have interesting discussions and when finished we all had big smiles on our faces. May So many wonderful memories bless all of you
Chuck ippel

I knew Loren from here @ Raybrook. Always a smile & a joke. Knew him mostly as Marilyn's dear friend!! ( I cut his hair during COVID)

I met Loren in 1981 when I started at Besteman's. Had alot of laughs and loved his stories. He was an old-school hard worker and taught me alot. Worked with him until he retired. Sorry to hear of his passing.