Richard Alan "Rick" Rake's Obituary
Richard Alan “Rick” Rake, age 64, of Spring Lake passed away Monday, April 24, 2023, at home. He was born in Grand Haven to Eugene Westley and Thresa Rose (Hogeveen) Rake.
Rick was a chef at Two Tony’s in Spring Lake and loved to cook. He also enjoyed fishing, riding his bike, going for long walks and doing yard work.
He is lovingly remembered by his soulmate, Julie Wiering-Rake; his brother, Kenneth Rake; two sisters-in-law, Mary Rake and Kathy (Tony) Iverson; and numerous nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents, his wife Patty, and son, Brandon, who passed away in a house fire in 1998; and brothers, Mark, Victor, and Roger Rake.
According to Rick’s wishes no services will be held. Arrangements entrusted to The Spring Lake Chapel of Sytsema Funeral & Cremation Services 213 E. Savidge St. Spring Lake, MI 49456. Share memories with the family at their online guest book at www.sytsemafh.com.
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