Mr. Peter Hoekstra Jr., 80, of Kent City, died Friday, January 6, 2012 at his home. He was born Peter Hoekstra in Iowa Hull, IA the son of Florence (DeBoer) and Peter Hoekstra, Sr. on October 12, 1931. He married Sharon Lynne Visser on September 20, 1956 in Grand Rapids. He was a member of Grant Reformed Church. He was a Corporal in the Army from April 8, 1952 until April 8, 1955.
He is survived by his wife Sharon Hoekstra of Kent City, his children Laurie & Patrick Huffman of Cedar Springs, Terrie & Leon Thompson of Kent City, Jeffrey & Lorie Hoekstra of Woodville, Kenneth & Anne Hoekstra of Marietta, GA, 11 grandchildren, 15 great‑grandchildren, his sisters and brothers Dorothy & Alvin Mulder,, Ted Hoekstra, Henry & Hilly Hoekstra, Bernice VanMannan, Florence Brunsting.
Funeral services will be held at 11:00 AM from the Grant Reformed Church, on Wednesday, January 11, 2012 with Pastor Mik Sutton officiating. Interment will be in Idlewild Cemetery near Kent City. Visitation will be held 7‑9 Tuesday at funeral home. For Memorials please consider the Alzheimer’s disease Association. Please leave condolences at wwww.mckinleyfuneral.com.
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January 7, 2012 at 4:06 pm
MaryLou Vermeer
Our sincere sympathy Aunt Sharon and Family.
May the Lord comfort your hearts with the gospel of Jesus Christ and of his resurrection. In him alone is all our strength and peace and joy.
Bob and MaryLou Vermeer, Lansing, Illinoise
January 8, 2012 at 9:42 am
Ingrida Cebelak
Our heartfelt and deepest sympathy to you, Sharon, and your Family. Pete was such a kind and cheerful person, and we could hardly wait to hear him tell us more stories about Iowa. The Church pew in front of us at Grant Reformed will be a little emptier now, as we all had our favorite spots to sit in – yours being always in front of us.
Again, our sincerest sympathy to you all.
Jeff, Ingrida & Grady Cebelak
January 8, 2012 at 10:36 pm
Lucille Feist
My heartfelt sympathy to all the family of Peter. I only had the priviledge of meeting Peter once, at the marriage of my daughter, Anne to Ken. I was favorably impressed with him, and the rest of the family. I know my daughter Anne held him in high regard and he will be really missed by all who knew him.
With Sincere Sympathy,
Lucille Feist
January 9, 2012 at 8:43 am
June Mount
Pat and Laurie I am very sorry to hear of the passing of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time. The Lord with guide you and hold you. Take care June Mount
January 9, 2012 at 11:15 am
Lyal & Mary Stuart
Laurie and Pat our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
January 9, 2012 at 12:30 pm
Tim Hoekstra
Aunt Sharon and family,
My condolences to you and your family in this time of loss. Our prayers will be for the presence of the Holy Spirit to comfort you both now and in the days ahead.
I have fond memories of Uncle Pete and your family and your visits to Iowa. Uncle Pete’s sunburned arm from the drive and playing together as cousins was always memorable and fun.
Tim Hoekstra & family
Chino, CA
January 9, 2012 at 8:30 pm
Karem Williams
I’m so sorry for your loss.. I called Pete dad for over 10 years. Every morning I couldn’t wait to see him. To see how he was feeling and what story or joke he had for me. His stories always lasted at least a good 20 minutes. LOL making me late for a pickup, but to see my dad every day was worth it. Pete is one of those people that are very far and few between. To know him is to love him……you will be missed. Karen (mv transportation)
January 10, 2012 at 7:28 pm
Loran and Marilyn Te Grotenhuis
Aunt Sharon and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and the family in the loss of Uncle Pete. Our prayers are that the Holy Spirit will richly dwell in you all and your comfort your sorrowing hearts. We know that our life is in Him and will be eternal in perfect righteousness. We will see Christ face to face with no more tears or night, but we will live in the light of the Lamb. Oh what a happy day
Loran and Marilyn Te Grotenhuis
January 11, 2012 at 10:53 pm
Gary & Florence Horstman
Aunt Sharon & family,
Our deepest sympathy all of you in the passing of Uncle Pete. I am sure he will be missed. We pray that God will givve you the peace that comes from knowing that uncle Pete is there in His arms. May the Lord restore your souls and through His love and grace, give you strength to go on. We are freed by His love and grace. May God’s promise of eternal life sustain you during this time of loss.
“Blessed are they that mourn; for they shall be comforted. Matthew 5:4.
Gary and Florence Horstman,
Hull,, IA
January 11, 2012 at 10:56 pm
Jay & Donna De Wit
Aunt Sharon and family,
Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. Our prayers goes up for you. As Tim said, I also have many memories of visiting in Michigan. Some were camping outside on your acreage, riding bike on your black top roads, (much nicer than our gravel roads), and riding your horses. I can still picture your acreage. I also remember you adopting Jeff, he was such a cute little boy. Ken I just remember him as a 1 year old.
I am sure you heard about Mom’s accident. She also sends her sympathy and love. She asked me to send a card, and I first needed to find your address. Hope to get that done soon.
Just got back from visiting mom tonight and she is doing much better. She has a long road ahead, and we also covet your prayers.
God’s grace is sufficient, and he will care for all of us,
Take Care!
Jay and Donna De Wit
& Margaret Hoekstra
January 12, 2012 at 1:23 pm
Gary & Florence Horstman
Aunt Sharon and family,
So sorry to hear of your loss. Our deepest sympathy in the loss of Uncle Pete. We pray that God will give you the peace that comes from knowing that he is in the arms of Jesus. May God’s promise of a reunion in heaven comfort your hearts. May our Lord restore your soul and through His love and grace, give you strength to go on. God’s promise…”we”ll walk and dance down the streets of gold.” Praying that you will be surrounded by His comforting love and filled with peace that only He can give. “…when my heart is overwhelmed, lead me to the Rock that is higher than I.” Ps. 61:2.
In His Love,
Gary and Florence Horstman
January 13, 2012 at 11:57 am
Pam Brock Hedlund
Pat & Laurie, Leon and Terrie, So sorry to hear of your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.
Pam Brock Hedlund