Robert R. Rietveld

Robert R. Rietveld, age 91, of Bourbonnais, IL, passed away Saturday, December 14, 2024. Beloved husband of Joyce Rietveld, nee Santefort. Loving father of the late Kim (David) Laning, Kathy (late Bill) Rosenberg, and John (Rhonda) Rietveld.  Cherished grandfather of 8 grandchildren, 15 great-grandchildren, and one great-great-grandchild.  Dear brother of Phil (late Audrey) Rietveld and the late Jay (Sherry (Russ) Gouwens) Rietveld. Uncle of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Cornelius and Nellie Rietveld.

Bob was a United States Army Veteran and was a lifetime farmer and horseman.  He loved helping pick sweet corn for the Farmstand in his later years, and was also successful with horse racing.   He was a true family man, whose faith and strong work ethic were evident in everything he did.   He also loved sports and was proficient at most any he played, baseball, hockey, racquetball, and water skiing.  Bob was a loving husband, amazing father and doting grandfather.   In addition to his family, he was blessed with many friends and will be deeply missed by all who had the privilege of knowing him

A memorial visitation will be held Saturday, December 21, 2024 from 12:00 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 2:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN with Rev. Jason DeVries officiating.  Memorial contributions may be given to a charity of choice. For further information please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www.SMITSFH.com