Date Of Birth: July 19, 1949
Date Of Death: April 27, 2004
Robert passed away on April 27, 2004, at the age of 54.He was born on July 19, 1949 in Great Lakes, IL. He was an electricial and civil engineer for Raytheon Technical Service.He served in the Peace Corp as a volunteer in Malaysia from 1973-1976. He was a member of St. Matthew Catholic Church. He enjoyed tennis, golf, reading, music(Jimmy Buffet and many others). Hockey (Red Wings), electronics and computer software.He was preceded in death by his mother Josephine Vandenakker.He is survived by his wife, Chen and daughter Althea; brother Jim Vandenakker and sister-in-law Jeanette; father Ed Vandenakker and step-mother Barbara; many nieces, nephews, and close friends; aunts and uncles; Ruth and Nels Dykgraaf, Marjorie and Al Veurink; uncle, Brother John Bonin; brothers and sisters-in-law in Malaysia.Memorials may be sent to; St. Vincent Hospice, 8450 N. Payne Road, Suite 100, Indianapolis, IN 46268
Howard and Margaret Shear says
Dear Chan and Alethea,
Even though we can’t be with you in person this week our thoughts and prayers are with you both. Your friendship has meant so much to both of us. We enjoyed our many get togethers. I know Bob enjoyed the time spent with Howard here in Marquette a couple of summers ago.
We will see you in May.
Love,
Margaret and Howard
Carol Nemeth says
Chan and Alethea, we were so very sorry to hear of the passing of your husband and dad. We hope that you know that you have been, and will continue to be in our thoughts and prayers. Steve, carol, LinAe and Amee Nemeth
Janis E Loomis says
Dear Chan and Alethia:
I am sending my condolences, dear
ones. Though I have met Bob only a
few times, his Dad and Barb help to
keep the love connection with all of you alive in me. I remember well
his beautiful smile. I am so saddened at learning of your great loss. If I can be of help in anyway, it would bring me happiness to be of help to you. Sincerely and with great love, Jan Loomis
My number here is 760-436-7891.
(I am Barbara’s sister)