Robert David Hogerwerf, a dedicated servant of God, died Saturday, Nov. 8, in Wyoming, Mich. Bob was born on Oct. 26, 1942, in Grand Rapids, the son of Richard and Carolyn (Vogel) Hogerwerf and was a graduate ofWayland High School.
Bob continued his education at Michigan State University, Moody Bible Institute in Chicago, and later earned his Masters of Divinity at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School in Deerfield, Ill. He became a missionary with Trans World Radio, serving in Monte Carlo and South Africa, then later serving with RBM Ministries in Michigan and doing fund-raising with WCSG.
Bob was not only a man of faith, but also a deeply engaged member of his community. He served as a deacon and board member at the First Baptist Church of Otsego, where his contributions were invaluable, and his commitment to the church was unwavering. He also enjoyed singing in the choir, narrating for church cantatas over the years and serving at special events, such as the annual Friendship Festival.
Besides his ministry outreach, Bob had a passion for traveling on a budget and listening to big band music, gospel and orchestra tunes with the volume cranked way up for the whole house to hear!
Bob is survived by his devoted wife of 57 years, Phyllis, his son, Rob (Beth) Hogerwerf of Caledonia, and daughter, Michele (Jeff) Turcotte of Idaho, along with eight grandchildren.
He was preceded in death by his parents.
Friends may visit with Bob’s family starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 15, at the First Baptist Church of Otsego, until the time of the funeral at 11 a.m. with Pastor Paul Laborde officiating. Private family burial will take place at Jones Cemetery in DorrI.
Contributions in memory of Bob may be directed to RBM Ministries.
