Obituary of Jack Rintjema
August 18, 1956 - February 17, 2025
With his daughters by his side, Jack passed peacefully into eternal glory at the age of 68 after a quick and courageous battle with cancer.
Loving father to Lindsay & Jimmy Brink, Lauren & Steve Sunnen and Kerri & Jonathan Zettler. Proud grandpa to Aiden, Leah & Austin Brink, Owen & Griffin Sunnen and Hudson, Nolan & Riley Zettler.
He will be dearly missed by his siblings, Diane & Keith Vreman, Ray Rintjema, Joyce & John Menger, Tom Rintjema, Sue & John Koopman, Dave & Trudy Rintjema, Rob & Arlene Rintjema, Christine & Phil Oosterman and many neices and nephews. Predeceased by his parents Martin & Pearl Rintjema.
Jack was born and remained in Chatham his entire life. He was always a hard worker and loved his career in the construction industry, a role he started as a young man working for his father. He spent his last few years working for Kevin Vreman Construction, at which he was viewed as a mentor thanks to his many years of expertise.
His favourite role was being a grandfather to his 8 precious grandchildren. He loved playing outside with them and taking them all out for lunch dates. His favourite memories were spending summer vacations at the cottage, going canoeing and teaching them to fish.
Most importantly, Jack was a devoted Christian who lived fully, loved deeply and served selflessly. He leaves behind a legacy of compassion, kindness, and steadfast faith that will continue to inspire all who had the privilege of knowing him. His gentle spirit and unwavering support will be profoundly missed by his family, friends, and the community he cherished so dearly.
Psalm 62:7 - In God is my salvation and my glory; the rock of my strength, and my refuge, is in God.
Thank-you to all the wonderful nurses and staff at the Chatham-Kent Hospice for taking such good care of us during this time.
The family will receive friends at the funeral home, 459 St. Clair Street, Chatham on Thursday, February 20, 2025 from 2 – 4 and 7 – 9 PM.
Funeral Service to be held at the Living Hope Free Reformed Church, 159 Gregory Drive East, Chatham on Friday, February 21, 2025 at 11am. Internment to follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham
In lieu of flowers donations to the Chatham-Kent Hospice Foundation would be appreciated by the family.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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