Robert A. Rienstra

Robert 'Bob' Allen Rienstra died of cancer at home surrounded by his family on January 15, 2019, in Silverdale, WA. He was 64. He was born in Bellingham, WA to Simon and Alice Rienstra. As a child, he lived Ripon, CA before settling in Lynden, WA. He attended Lynden High School and Whatcom Community College, and married Lois Houghton in 1980. He spent most of his career working in maintenance for the Lynden School District. Bob was an energetic and friendly colleague, always ready with a joke. He loved working with students, discussing their interests and challenging them to do their best. He retired in 2014, dedicating time to work for the Boys and Girls Club. He engaged his passion for the outdoors through gardening, hiking, and fishing. He loved working with horses, training his dogs, and most of all spending time with his kids and grandkids. Bob is preceded in death by both parents and his sister, Marilyn. He is survived by his beloved wife Lois, his son James (Nicole), and his daughters Jessica and Jennifer, as well as four grandkids - Madeline, Isabel, Sebastian, and Theodore. A Memorial will take place on February 23rd at 2:00 p.m. at Nooksack Valley Christ Community Church 109 W 3rd St, Everson, WA. All are welcome to attend and celebrate Bob's life. In lieu of flowers, and in light of Bob's love for the outdoors, please consider making a donation to Lynden City Parks (Memo: Benson Park) 8460 Depot Rd, Lynden WA 98264.