Rich was a dear friend whose life was an example for all of us. He loved his family, his community and his country. He was a man of deep faith who believed every person could make a difference. Few have made a difference like Rich DeVos.…
By John Engler, Interim President, Michigan State University; former governor, State of Michigan, 1991-2003 Tue Sep 11 00:08:31 UTC 2018
View All Tributes »Throughout his entire life, Rich DeVos dedicated himself to the work of providing economic opportunity for others and lifting up local communities. His legacy will be carried on by the countless people he helped empower to lead lives of dignity and…
By Arthur Brooks Sat Sep 08 15:23:44 UTC 2018
View All Tributes »My father’s trusted friend and fellow adventurer, Rich was much more than a business partner – he was like family. As a passionate philanthropist, Rich was enthusiastic about Van Andel Institute from the beginning. He and Helen were among the first…
By Dave Van Andel Fri Sep 07 11:38:27 UTC 2018
View All Tributes »I am deeply saddened by the news of Rich DeVos’ passing. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I worked closely with Rich during much of his longstanding relationship with Spectrum Health. I will miss our conversations, not…
By Richard C. Breon Wed Apr 04 13:15:00 UTC 2018
View All Tributes »Rich often referred to Grand Valley as the college founded, nurtured and embraced by this community. Its mission and impact was applauded and revered even by people who didn’t go there, like himself. Domiciled in West Michigan, the university’s…
By David Frey Sat Sep 08 21:01:47 UTC 2018
View All Tributes »Rich was a dear friend whose life was an example for all of us. He loved his family, his community and his country. He was a man of deep faith who believed every person could make a difference. Few have made a difference like Rich DeVos.… View Tribute »
By John Engler, Interim President, Michigan State University; former governor, State of Michigan, 1991-2003 Tue Sep 11 00:08:31 UTC 2018
Throughout his entire life, Rich DeVos dedicated himself to the work of providing economic opportunity for others and lifting up local communities. His legacy will be carried on by the countless people he helped empower to lead lives of dignity and… View Tribute »
By Arthur Brooks Sat Sep 08 15:23:44 UTC 2018
My father’s trusted friend and fellow adventurer, Rich was much more than a business partner – he was like family. As a passionate philanthropist, Rich was enthusiastic about Van Andel Institute from the beginning. He and Helen were among the first… View Tribute »
By Dave Van Andel Fri Sep 07 11:38:27 UTC 2018
I am deeply saddened by the news of Rich DeVos’ passing. We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. I worked closely with Rich during much of his longstanding relationship with Spectrum Health. I will miss our conversations, not… View Tribute »
By Richard C. Breon Wed Apr 04 13:15:00 UTC 2018
Rich often referred to Grand Valley as the college founded, nurtured and embraced by this community. Its mission and impact was applauded and revered even by people who didn’t go there, like himself. Domiciled in West Michigan, the university’s… View Tribute »
By David Frey Sat Sep 08 21:01:47 UTC 2018
“Believe you can, and you’ll find that you can! Try! You’ll be surprised at how many good things can happen.” - Rich DeVos
Rich DeVos co-founded Amway and was company president until his retirement in 1993. He also was senior chairman of the Orlando Magic. Rich was author of five books, a much-in-demand motivational speaker, a community and political leader, and, with his wife Helen, who died in 2017, a generous activist and philanthropist. He passed away September 6, 2018, at age 92.
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Rich DeVos co-founded Amway and was company president until his retirement in 1993. He also was senior chairman of the Orlando Magic. Rich was author of five books, a much-in-demand motivational speaker, a community and political leader, and, with his wife Helen, who died in 2017, a generous activist and philanthropist. He passed away September 6, 2018, at age 92.
“Genuine wealth comes from the hand of God, and real happiness only grows out of faith in Him. ” - Rich DeVos
Thank you for choosing to donate to one of the charities Rich held dear.