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Richard "Rick" DeHeer
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Richard DeHeer Obituary
Mr. Richard "Rick" DeHeer, aged 65, of Grand Rapids, passed away unexpectedly at home on Saturday, September 6, 2025, of cardiac arrest. He was the son of Adrian and Marguerite (Katt) DeHeer.
Rick loved being in God's nature and being on the water, including boating, fishing, and traveling (anything other than swimming!). He was an active member of Safe Harbor Grand Isle and the Riviera Yacht Club. Deeply devoted to his family, Rick will be greatly missed by all who knew him.
He is survived by his wife, Marty (Carroll) DeHeer; his son, Alexander (Kirsten) DeHeer; and three grandchildren: Dakota, Kyla, and Clayton. He is also survived by his sister, Robin Francis, and nieces and nephews: Kimberly Mason, Michael Lyles, Andrew Francis, Adrian Francis, Angie Francis, Amy Peterman, as well as many great-nieces and great-nephews. Additionally, he is survived by his in-laws, Glen and Lavonia Carroll; brother-in-law, Rick (Janice) Carroll; nephew and niece David Carroll and Elizabeth (Jacob) Forquer, and a great niece and nephew. He was preceded in death by his parents, Adrian and Marge DeHeer, and his sister, Judy Lyles.
A celebration of life will be held at the Grand Haven Eagles 925 (20 N. Second St., Grand Haven, MI 49417) beginning at 1 p.m. Sunday September 21, 2025.
Please sign the family's online guestbook at www.sytsemafh.com.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Dennis Mosier
Yesterday
R.I.P. Rick, you're going to be missed in the boating world and the 1990's Spring Lake Holiday Inn's party people!! See you soon for a beer Capt Dennis ( Trouble)
Joe and Denise O'Neill
September 10, 2025
Marty and family...Denise and I were sad to learn of Rick's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in the hope that your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of the many fun times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Dee Tierman
September 10, 2025
Marty I´m so sorry to hear this. Sending prayers your way.
Ronda & Tim Walwood
September 9, 2025
Hugs and Prayers sent your way Marty & family .
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