Richard Dornbos

Message from Joe & Mary Ann Peter DeKever

Dear Dornbos Family:

I am so grateful for the tremendous support Mr. Dornbos gave St. Joseph County Right-to-Life or so many years. His support saved the lives of many unborn babies. He has been remembered in my prayers.

Message from John Cybulskis

Coach Dornbos was my cross country coach at Aquinas College in 1964=.He helped me immeasurably then and the many times our paths crosses. A great Catholic educator.

Message from Gloria Schultz Agay

This message is to Mrs. Dornbos and family. I'm an old Pony and proud of it! I want to add my condolences to your family. I can still see Coach at a Basketball game, always dressed in a suit and tie. By the end of the game, the suit coat was off and the tie was gone and the top button was open. That's how much he put into the game. Reading his obituary, took my breath away with all he had accomplished. God Bless him and his wife and family. Gloria Schultz Agay from the class of 1959

— Gloria Schultz Agay
September 11, 2017

Message from Muskegon MI

My deepest sympathy to the entire Dornbos family. Mr. Dornbos taught a geography class that I attended at North Muskegon High School.

Message from Rocco and Arlene Tripepi

Our sincere condolences to the Dornbos family. It puts a smile on my face to remember how, after singing at a funeral Mass, he would come to the Luncheon and his first stop was the desert table. Before he left he would make sure to ask me how Michael was doing at Hillsdale.

Message from Anthony R. Rizzo Jr. II

My coach. My teacher. A mentor. A man who could be looked up too. A leader in sports and life. Pious. Earnest, compassionate. He was a stern disciplinarian but fair. He expected respect and returned it. He also expected 100% from his players and students, and usually got it. It's been many years Coach, but I will never forget you. Tough as you were. You gained our allegiance and admiration. You will be missed by many. You have touched so many in life and made them better. Be with God and His Angels this day..................RIP Coach.

A candle was lit by The Marian High School Family on September 7, 2017 10:07 AM

A candle was lit by Helen Cole on September 5, 2017 5:13 PM

Message from Helen Cole

I'm very sad to hear of Mr. Dornbos' passing. He was one of the kindest, caring, and relatable leaders that Ottawa Hills has ever had! I am an African American female (class of 79), and I had a lot of problems in my home and neighborhood growing up. Mr. Dornbos helped me through some very challenging times. He was not just an assistant principal, but one who cared!!!!! Our public schools need more great people like him. God bless the family! I love Mr. Dornbos!

Message from Mary Passinault

We send our love and prayers to Marge and family as they send Dick back to the Lord whom he loved and served all the days of his life.

Our past memories of Dick and all of them are precious!

Mary and Bill Passinault and family

Message from John D. Hoskins OHHS Class Of 1981

My condolences to the family. He was a great educator and will sorely be missed. God Bless, John D. Hoskins, Ottawa Hills High School, Class Of 1981 and Chief of The Indians Trifecta Reunion.

A candle was lit by John D. Hoskins OHHS C/O 81 and the Indians Trifecta Reunion on September 4, 2017 10:00 PM

Message from Ken Hejza

Gary, so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you as you travel this very difficult road. May your fond memories and your hope in Our Risen Lord be your comfort at this sad and trying time. Even though his death was extremely sudden, to end this life here with such beautiful words must be very reassurring. What a gift. And he must have been a wonderful man to father such a great son.

Message from Margaret and Vince Ross

Gary and Family,

You , your Dad and Family are in our prayers. We will remember all while we are in our Eucharistic Adoration Chapel in Park Ridge.

Message from The Nichols Family

Gail and II and the kids are sorry to hear about Dick's passing. We all have many fond memories of working with him at St. John School in Goshen. He was the most energetic and dedicated person that we have ever met. His love and passion for the Catholic faith and children are a true legacy that most of us will never ourselves experience. Dick will be greatly missed on this earth, but please beware in heaven; Dick will have an agenda and more "lists" to work on for an eternity. With Great respect / The Nichols Family.

Message from John F. Eardley

Dear Dornbos family: I was saddened to hear of Dick's passing, but happy to know with his faith and good life he surely will see Jesus forever. I have fond memories of Dick, and of most of you (especially David, of course), and am sure your love of Dick, and of each other, will see you through this sad time. God bless Dick, and all of you.

Sincerely,

John

Message from Nancy Ginman Overman

Dick was a wonderful man. I knew him through the PHM School Corporation. He worked through the student teaching program and as a substitute teacher. He was wonderful. He remembered that his father was my father's insurance man. He coached my brother while working in North Muskegon, Michigan. He still was a big fan of Muskegon's Catholic Central. He was wonderful to know. He will be missed.
Sincerely, Nancy

A candle was lit by Rick Gallagher and Family on September 4, 2017 7:09 AM

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Gary and Mark, I am sorry for your loss. Even though I met your Dad a limited number of times he was a person that made left a positive impression with me. Please accept our heartfelt condolences that we hope will help you through this difficult time.

Message from Dick Jacob

A neat guy I always enjoyed talking to when he visited his kids in Libertyville, IL. I could always get the scoop from him on Notre Dame football's prospects for the coming season.
Prayers will be said for Dick and his family in the Grotto at Notre Dame.

A candle was lit by Ryan Trzaskowski on September 3, 2017 9:19 PM

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Mary,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers!

Eternal rest grant unto your servant, Richard, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through Your mercy, rest in peace.

Message from The Dziechciarz family

We are very sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful kind man. Our condolences to the entire family.

A candle was lit by The Dziechciarz family on September 3, 2017 4:20 PM

Message from Tom Occhipinti, Grand Rapids, Michigan

I am sad to read that we have lost 'Coach.' I have great memories of Coach, beginning when I was in 8th grade at St. Thomas, Grand Rapids. Coach saw me working out for track and told me to join the Aquinas workouts under his supervision.

The story of his life left out another major part. He coached the St. Joseph Seminary high school varsity basketball team in 1968 through 1970. At the conclusion of our season, he said that it was the best winning record of his entire coaching career. I remember many great stories about Coach. He was a great man of character and influence.

Message from The Kundrata Family

The Kundrata Family wishes to express our sincere condolences. Dick and Fred Kundrata were best friends growing up in Muskegon Michigan and maintained that special bond throughout their lives. They enjoyed playing basketball, sailing, and eating spaghetti and meatballs at the Kundrata home. Later in life, the 2 friends exchanged priceless letters updating each other about events in each of their lives. Dick was a source of faith, strength and commitment and will always be fondly be remembered.

Message from Robert Reisner

Gary, I am sorry for your loss. I read your father's memorial. I would agree that he lived a wonderful life. Sincerely, Robert Reisner

Message from Mark and Francine Carroll

Our sincere condolences to all of the Dornbos family . He will always be in our prayers and
thoughts, as we loved him and enjoyed his fond friendship over the years. God bless
the Dornbos family. We love you.

A candle was lit by Mark and Francine Carroll on September 2, 2017 11:24 PM

A candle was lit by Eglite family on September 2, 2017 8:40 PM