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James Kok Obituary

James Robert "Jim" Kok went to his Heavenly Home on February 17, 2026 at age 90. Jim was a beloved husband, father to four, grandfather to nine, as well as a beloved pastor. He was a friend to everyone he knew, and "never met a stranger." A graduate of Calvin College, Michigan State University, and Calvin Seminary, his work included a pastorate in lowa City, lowa, Pine Rest Christian Psychiatric Hospital in Grand Rapids, MI, and Crystal Cathedral of Garden Grove, CA. A prolific writer, he wrote seven books, as well as writing a column for the Banner for many years. He is survived by his wife, Linda; children Julia Anderson (daughters Meg and Larkin), Andrew Kok, wife Carol (children Jonah, Silas, Katie, Kora), John (aka Phil) Kok, Steven Kok, wife Kris (children Simon, Alice, Reuben); sisters Kay (Barry) Bosscher and Karen Timmer; brothers Bruce (Anne) Timmer, Gary (Shirley) Kok, and Doug Timmer. He is in heaven with his parents and siblings Woody, Marv, Faith and Mary.

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Published by Grand Rapids Press from Feb. 26 to Mar. 1, 2026.

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Wendy Welch

Yesterday

I met
Jim.at the crystal cathedral snd was counseled by him i.will cherish those times. I also came to several care and kindness co nverances..my deepest sympathies to Mrs kok and her chikdren .and grandchilden and his family. What this world needs is kindness and dr kok books and words can still teach all of us. With fond memories of him . WENDY Welch

Yesterday

I appreciated Jim for his Care & Kindness Conference that I attended in CA back in 2009 or 2010. Then he came to IL to lead a C & K conference at Trinity Christian College in partnership with a ministry I was part of called Christian Service Ministries. He had such a kind heart for all kinds of people and a wonderful smile. I'll never forget his motto "90% of caring is just showing up." My sympathies to Linda and the kids and grandkids.

Bob & Cynthia Kok

Yesterday

Oh, Uncle Jim, we have such fond memories of you! Especially after the death of son Joshua. Your books are reminders of your great mind. So happy we saw you 9 years ago in Grand Rapids. You will be missed. Sending our love to the family. Hugs, Bob and Cynthia Kok

Kris Engelhard Grek

Yesterday

I have so many fond memories growing up with the Kok family. So many fun and special times. I am so sorry for your loss and praying for peace and comfort for the whole family.

Linda Keegstra Wittingen

Yesterday

To the family of Jim Kok
Being the Chaplain at Pine Rest is where I met him. Back in the 1980s. My home church pastor connected me to him and I was blessed by his character and expertise for 3 years. Thank you for sharing him with me and so many. You have my deepest sympathy.

Andrew De Vries

Yesterday

I have fond memories, over many decades, of Jim. Our sincere sympathy to his family.

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