Greta was born March 12, 1938, to Ernest and Ruth Smith (VanderVeen) in Prairie View, Kansas. Greta will be remembered as having a very giving personality who loved the Lord, her children, and grandchildren. She was a longtime member of Harlem Reformed Church and enjoyed quilt making and crafts in her spare time.
Robert was born February 6, 1936, to Russel and Lucille (Vice) Dirkse in Holland, MI. Robert will be remembered for his love of the Lord, his children, and grandchildren, playing softball, and his passion for gardening. He retired from Hart & Cooley after 45 years and was a longtime member of Harlem Reformed Church where he served many terms as an elder.
They were preceded in death by a son and daughter-in-law, Robert J. and Julie Dirkse; and 5 grandchildren.
Surviving are their children Richard (Deborah) Dirkse, Ronald Dirkse, Ryan (Kristy) Dirkse, Rodger (Darlene) Dirkse, Rozalyn (David) Boeve, Ross (Michelle) Dirkse, and Randall (Amy) Dirkse; 17 grandchildren; 45 great-grandchildren; many extended family and friends.
Visitation and the Celebration of Life service will be announced soon.
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