Class Year: 1950

Ralph W. MacLachlan, Jr. “Mac”, age 92, of Glen, NY, a retired General Electric Company Manager, was called home to be with his Heavenly Father on November 4, 2020. He passed away peacefully with family by his side. Born in Fonda, NY, on March 16, 1928 to Ralph W. MacLachlan, Sr. and Margaret L. (Lotridge) MacLachlan. He was… Continue Reading →

Ruth Adele Kuit Paul, longtime resident of Western Springs, Illinois, died peacefully in Chelsea, Michigan on October 11, 2020, surrounded by family. Born in Zeeland, Michigan November 7, 1932 to parents Mabel Coburn Kuit and Henry Kuit, D.D.S., Ruth grew up surrounded by extended family. A valedictorian at Zeeland High School, she attended Hope College for two years, then completed training at Presbyterian Hospital School… Continue Reading →

Eugene Schoeneich ’54 of Douglas, Michigan, died on Thursday, March 19, 2020. He was 91. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Dee Schoeneich; daughters, Suzanne (Michael) Daley, Delia (Bill) Marietti and Katherine Schoeneich; and three grandchildren. Eugene Allen Schoeneich ’54 of Douglas, Michigan, passed away on March 19, 2020. He was 91.  He is survived… Continue Reading →

Paul Vander Meer November 6, 1932 – September 26, 2020 Vancouver, Washington – Paul Vander Meer, Ph.D., Professor Emeritus, California State University (CSU), Fresno died in his sleep on September 26, 2020. He is survived by his wife, Carol, sons, William and Gregory Vander Meer, brother and his wife, Canute and Joyce Vander Meer, nieces, Kemry Butler, Tamsen Christensen, step-daughter-in-law, Roslynn Casterline and her… Continue Reading →

Iowa City – Ruth Jean Van Voorhis, formerly of Sioux City, passed away in Iowa City, IA, on January 30, 2021. Ruth was surrounded by her four loving children and their spouses throughout the time of her death. Though her family grieves her passing, they know that she lived a full and joyful life. A celebration of her life… Continue Reading →

Benjamin Le Fevre, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at Saratoga Hospital. He was born on May 31, 1933, in Weedsport, New York, son of the late Irving LeFevre and Grace Gifford. Ben graduated from Dumont High School in 1951 as Valedictorian of his class. Ben then went on to attend Hope College in Holland,… Continue Reading →

Eugene M. Stoddard, 87, of Hatch Street, Corry, Pa., died Wednesday, Jan. 6, 2021, at Corry Memorial Hospital. He was born Aug. 5, 1933, in Clymer, N.Y., a son of the late Melvin P. and Bernice S. Bensink Stoddard. Following his graduation from Corry Area High School in 1950, Gene then went to Hope College. In 1956, he… Continue Reading →

Nancy entered the “rest prepared for the faithful” on Wednesday, December 9, 2020 at Scotia Village, Laurinburg, NC. Born on March 1, 1934 in Grand Rapids, MI, to Dr. Everett W. and Pearl Gaikema, she was raised and educated in Western Michigan. A graduate of Hope College, Holland MI, with a degree in Elementary Education, she taught… Continue Reading →

Sally Brey Honkanen, of St. Clair Shores, Michigan, went to be with her Lord April 17, 2020. She was born April 23, 1934, to Floyd and Mabel Sieber. Sally is the beloved wife of Clarence for 61 years; mother of Stephen, Christian, Mark (Lynley) and Matthew; and grandmother of Samuel, Sophia, Aaron, Jacob, Noah, Grace, Natalie, Kelsey (Eric)… Continue Reading →

John J. Helmus Jefferson, IA Date of Death: December 6, 2020 Private family memorial services for John J. Helmus, 89, of Jefferson, will be held at 1:00pm Saturday, December 12, 2020 at Central Christian Church in Jefferson. John (Johan) Jacob Helmus was born on September 24, 1931 to Dirk Helmus and Jantze Bakker Helmus at Middlestum, the Netherlands. He entered his heavenly home on December 6, 2020 at… Continue Reading →

Reverend Merwin “Mike” Van Doornik of Holland, Michigan, died on Tuesday, December 15, 2020. He was 85 years old. Mike was born in Holland Michigan, attended Holland High School, Hope College and Western Seminary leading to a completion of his dream of becoming a pastor with the Reformed Church of America. Mike served in many churches in New York, New… Continue Reading →

Bob Andree, of Holland, Michigan, passed away peacefully on January 25 at the age of 85 with his family at his side. He is survived by his wife of 61 years, Mary K. Diephuis Andree; their children, Mark and Brenda Andree, Katherine (Katie) Blue, Elizabeth (Betsy) and Bob Bruins; nine grandchildren (Jake, Molly, Elizabeth and Victoria Blue, Noah… Continue Reading →

Kenneth W. Kole, aged 88, of Wyoming, left this life and entered the arms of Jesus Christ his Lord and Savior on Saturday, October 17, 2020. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Anna Kole, and eleven of his siblings. Kenneth is survived by his sons, Marc (Colleen) Kole, and Eric Kole of San Diego, CA; grandchildren, Erin, Hope, and… Continue Reading →

Everett James Nienhouse, 84, of Carlsbad, California, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2020. Ev was born in Oak Park, Illinois, the son of Edward and Gladys Nienhouse. Ev attended Oak Park High School where he was a national champion hurdler. He graduated from Hope College with B.S in Chemistry, a M.Sc. from Northwestern University and a Ph.D.… Continue Reading →

Lynn Carol Rutter Lynn, of Menomonee Falls, WI, peacefully entered Eternal Life on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at the age of 83 after several weeks of a courageous struggle following emergent heart surgery. The family was able to have a memorable and joyous final goodbye with Lynn a few days before her peaceful passing in Hospice as she was… Continue Reading →

Gus Feenstra, age 90, of Holland, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, January 5, 2021, at Lakeside Vista. Gus was born in Prospect Park, NJ, on August 5, 1930, to Hendrik (Henry) and Jantje (Jennie) (Smit) Feenstra. He graduated from Hope College in 1959 and did his post- graduate work at Michigan State University, where he received his Master’s Degree… Continue Reading →

Robert S. Kessler, 82, of Mayfield, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Monday, November 30, 2020 at Mountain Valley Hospice in Gloversville. Born in Weedsport, NY, he was the son of the late John and Mary (Putnam) Kessler. Bob attended Hope College in the hopes of becoming a Pastor, but later turned his attention to architecture… Continue Reading →

George Magee, age 83, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday, October 30, 2020. He was known to others as friend, counselor, handyman, and a fisherman. His family experienced him as gentle and loving. His joy was being a reliable servant and lover of God. He lived his life for God and others… Continue Reading →

Charles E. Skinner, Jr., 83, of West Hurley, NY, passed away at home. He was born April 10, 1937, son of the late Charles E. Skinner, Sr. and Cora Skinner. He was a graduate of Bayside High School in Queens. He later received his Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics from Hope College and his Master’s Degree in Mathematics from Michigan State University. He worked… Continue Reading →

ames Henry Stevens, 83, of Pentwater, passed away Thursday, October 22, 2020. He was born November 17, 1936, in Hart, the son of Henry and Anne (Doezma) Stevens. James graduated from Hart High School (1955) and attended Calvin and then Hope College.  He received his Master of Divinity from Western Theological Seminary.   He spent many years in the ministry… Continue Reading →