Gordon Vandermeulen, 76, died October 19.

Vandermeulen and his wife Elaine acquired Grand Rapids Bolt & Nut in 1976 and retired at the end of 2016 with nearly 41 years in the business. The company was renamed Great Lakes Fasteners & Supply in 1987.

During 2016, Great Lakes was acquired by New York private equity company High Road Capital Partners.

Survivors include his wife Elaine and several children. 

A memorial service will be held November 2 at Grace Community Church at 2 pm. In lieu of flowers, consider a donation to Grace Community Church – Solid Ground Youth Ministry, 3500 New Holland Street, Hudsonville, MI 49426. Web: glfasteners.com

Click here for Vandermeulen’s retirement story.