Ronald Lynema

Ronald James Lynema, 73, died on Tuesday, June 3, 2025, after a 15 year battle with Parkinson's. He was a man who loved God, his family and friends. Ron is lovingly remembered by his wife of 50 years, Lynn; children and grandchildren, Gayle and Tim Lenters (Jenna, Anna, Matthew), Daniel and Andria Lynema (Vera, Beau, Olive, Wit), Erin and Wade Jansen (Ellyse, Ava); mother-in-law, Edith Bauman; sister-in-law, Rene Greenlee; aunt, Eleanor Devlin; cousins, nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Helen Lynema; sister, Karen Lynema; father-in-law, Carlton Bauman; brother-in-law, Douglas Greenlee. Ron was a graduate of South Christian High School and Calvin College. He retired after 44 years at Spartan Nash. The family wishes to thank Faith Hospice for the amazing care received during his final week. The funeral service will be held on Saturday, June 7, at 11 AM at Stroo Funeral Home, 1095 68th St. SE, Grand Rapids, 49508, where a visitation will be held prior to the service from 9:30 to 11 AM. Pastor Dale Fopma will officiate. Interment will be held in Winchester Cemetery. If you wish to make a contribution in his name, please consider Grandville Calvin Christian School, Moline Christian School, or Unity Christian High School.