Lawrence was born March 6, 1929 on the homestead east of Rock Valley, son of Bert and Gertie (Van Maanen) Vant Hul. Lawrence married Maxine DeBoom on December 26, 1951 at Sioux Center, Iowa. After Lawrence served in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, Lawrence and Maxine lived on a farm west of Rock Valley. Lawrence enjoyed all aspects of farming, tinkering with engines, and being with the grandchildren. Maxine died on December 16, 2004.
Surviving relatives include his daughter, Judy (Mike) Van Otterloo of Rock Valley; son-in-law, Dwight Hass of West Point, NE; 7 grandchildren, Ryan Klein, Radiance Klein, Robert Klein, Shania Hass, Katie Van Otterloo, Abbie Van Otterloo, Benjamin Van Otterloo; 8 great-grandchildren; brothers, Harlan (Mary) Vant Hul of Rock Valley, Orville (Arlene) Vant Hul of Hull, IA, Junior (Carol) Vant Hul of Rock Valley; sisters, his twin, Dorothy (George) Van Beek, Albertha (Louis) Altena, Harriet (Marv) Vande Kamp all of Rock Valley, Geraldine Vande Vegte of Inwood, IA, Joyce (Fred) Smit of Sioux Falls, SD, Joanne (Rod) DeWeerd of Sioux Center, IA.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Maxine; son, Darrell; daughter, Glenda Hass; young sisters, Joanne and Joyce Vant Hul.
Obituary is from The Porter Funeral Home
Van't Hul, Maxine, Mrs. Lawrence, 1926-2004
Maxine Van't Hul, 78, died Thursday, December 16, 2004, at Four Seasons Assisted Living, Rock Valley. Funeral service was at 10:30 a.m., Monday at First Christian Reformed Church, Rock Valley. Reverend John Engbers officiated. Burial took place at Valley View Cemetery, Rock Valley.
Maxine was born May 25, 1926, to Arie and Marie (Schut) De Boom in Hull, IA. Her family moved to Sioux Center, IA. Maxine was united in marriage to Lawrence Van't Hul on December 26, 1951, in Sioux Center. After Lawrence's service in the Army, they farmed west of Rock Valley. Maxine moved to Four Seasons Assisted Living in 2000.
Maxine is survived by her husband Lawrence of Rock Valley; daughter, Judy (Mike) Van Otterloo of Rock Valley; grandchildren Ryan, Radiance, and Robert Klein, Shania Hass, Katie, Abbie, and Benjamin Van Otterloo; great-grandchild Madison Scardina; sister, Garlene Mulder of Rock Rapids, IA.
She was preceded in death by her son, Darrell; daughter, Glenda Hass; brother and sister-in-law, Clarence (Gladys) De Boom; brother-in-law, Henry Mulder.
Rock Valley Bee, December 22, 2004.
Dorothy Van Beek, 89, of Rock Valley, passed away on Tuesday, October 2, 2018 at the
Whispering Heights in Rock Valley.
Funeral Service will be 10:30 a.m. Saturday, October 6, 2018 at the First Christian
Reformed Church in Rock Valley with Rev. Matthew Haan officiating.
Burial will follow in the Valley View Cemetery at Rock Valley.
Visitation with the family present will be from 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Friday at the
First Christian Reformed Church.
The Porter Funeral Home in Rock Valley is assisting the family.
Condolences may be sent to www.porterfuneralhomes.com.
The family requests that memorials be directed to the Rock Valley Christian School or
the Western Christian High School in Hull.
Dorothy was born on March 6, 1929 at home on a farm near Rock Valley, Iowa, to Bert Van't Hul and Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul. Dorothy and her twin brother, Lawrence, were the oldest of twelve children. Dorothy attended Rock Valley Christian through eighth grade. Dorothy did not have the opportunity to attend high school because she was needed at home to help with the family. Dorothy did proudly get her GED in 1972.
Dorothy married George Van Beek on March 7, 1949 at the First Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley, Iowa. They lived and farmed in rural Inwood, Iowa, where they raised five children. Her siblings spent many holidays at the farm. Dorothy's home was always clean and welcoming. Dorothy enjoyed singing with her sisters. They had a women's quartet that sang together at many weddings and funerals. She also enjoyed the time she spent working in transportation at Hope Haven. She loved getting to know the clients that she transported. Dorothy enjoyed being a grandmother and made a special blanket for each of her 17 grandchildren. The granddaughters have fond memories of all of Grandma's fancy jewelry. The granddaughters are all wearing her jewelry at her funeral in loving memory of Grandma. Dorothy was a member of the First Christian Reformed Church all her life. Dorothy went to live in Four Seasons in January of 2014. She found many dear friends while living there. She spent many hours at the puzzle table. Dorothy went to live at Whispering Heights in July of this year. Dorothy was cared for with love by the wonderful staff until she went to her eternal home on October 2, 2018, in the arms of her loving family.
Left to cherish her with our memories are her five children, Linda (Dr. Ed) Dykstra of Iowa City, Iowa, Vern (Ellen) Van Beek of Inwood, Iowa, Wanda Vos of Rock Valley, Ken Van Beek of Inwood, Iowa and Nancy (Roger) Faber of Park Hill, Oklahoma; 17 grandchildren; and 30 great- grandchildren; siblings, Harriet Vande Kamp, Geraldine Vande Vegte, Harlan (Mary) Van't Hul, Orville (Arlene) Van't Hul, Joyce (Fred) Smit, Joanne (Rod) De Weerd; and in-laws, Louis Altena, Carol Van't Hul and Ardis (Herb) Dykstra.
Dorothy was preceded in death by her husband of 65 years, George Van Beek on December 29, 2014; her twin brother, Lawrence and his wife Maxine Van't Hul; sister, Albertha Altena; brother, Junior Van't Hul; two sisters who died in childhood; in-laws, Norman Vande Vegte and Marv Vande Kamp; grandson-in-law, Tony Lindgren; and great-granddaughter, Ella Bulkeley.
Dorothy's family would like to invite everyone for a time of food and fellowship at the church following the committal service.
Obituary - Porter Funeral Home
George was born on December 14, 1925 on a farm near Inwood, Iowa to George Senior and Dena (Oldenkamp) Van Beek and was thirteen years older than his only sibling Ardis. George attended the local country school through his childhood years, graduating from Inwood High School in 1943. He then began farming with his father, something he continued on for generations, working with his own sons into his seventies.
He married Dorothy Van't Hul on March 7, 1949 at First Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley, Iowa. The couple lived in rural Inwood on the home place, where together they raised five children. George enjoyed playing Pollyanna, playing pool, visiting the nursing home, wood crafting, gardening, and just being outdoors. He was very involved in the lives of all of his grandchildren, all of which have many special memories of playing games, receiving woodcrafts, singing songs and rough-housing. He was a member of the First Christian Reformed Church all of his life, where he served as an elder, Sunday School teacher and belonged to Men's Society.
Left to cherish his memories are his wife, Dorothy Van Beek of Rock Valley; five children, Linda (Dr. Ed) Dykstra of Iowa City, Vern (Ellen) Van Beek of Inwood, Wanda Vos of Rock Valley, Ken Van Beek of Inwood, and Nancy (Roger) Faber of Tahlequah, Oklahoma; 17 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; sister Ardis (Herb) Dykstra of Gilbert, Arizona; and many nieces, nephews and in-laws.
He was preceded in death by his parents, George and Dena Van Beek; great granddaughter, Ella Bulkley; brother-in-law Lawrence (Maxine) Van't Hul; and one sister-in-law, Albertha Altena.
Albertha Altena, 83, of Rock Valley was welcomed into the arms of her Lord and Savior,
Thursday, January 02, 2014 at Whispering Heights in Rock Valley.
Albertha Dena Van't Hul was born May 4, 1930 near Rock Valley, daughter of Bert and
Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul.
She grew up in a loving home with eleven siblings.
She attended Rock Valley Christian Grade School, Western Christian High School, and
attained her teaching certificate from Calvin College.
Albertha taught lower elementary grades both in Doon Christian and Rock Valley Christian Schools, marrying Louis Altena on April 2, 1951. Together they farmed the family farm north of Rock Valley before retiring to Rock Valley in 1983. She dearly loved her family and was known for her servant heart, often putting her family's needs ahead of her own. Albertha especially enjoyed singing with her sisters, playing piano, and spending time with her family and friends. She was a life-long active member of the First Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley. She is especially remembered for her strong faith which was evident throughout her life and her many prayers for others.
She was preceded in death by her brother and his wife, Lawrence and Maxine Van't Hul; brother-in-law, Norman Vande Vegte; two sisters who died in childhood, Joyce and Joan Van't Hul.
Louis Altena
January 30, 1929 - June 18, 2020
Louis Altena, 91, of Rock Valley, Iowa, was welcomed into the loving arms of his faithful Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 18, 2020, at Hegg Health Center in Rock Valley. Funeral Services will be held Tuesday, June 23, at 10:30 AM at First Christian Reformed Church of Rock Valley with Rev. Matthew Haan officiating. Burial, with military rites, will follow at Valley View Cemetery of Rock Valley. Visitation, with the family present, will be held Monday, June 22, from 6:00-8:00 PM at First CRC. Social distancing will be implemented throughout. Memorials may be directed to the Rock Valley Christian School Bus Fund, Western Christian High School and Sioux Falls Christian School.
Louis Altena, son of Henry and Effie (Broek) Altena, was born January 30, 1929, at Ireton, IA. Louis proudly served his country in 1950-1952 as a member of the United States Army during the Korean War and was awarded the distinguished medal of honor, the Purple Heart. He was united in marriage to Albertha Van't Hul on April 2, 1951, before he left overseas the end of April. To this union, two children were born, Howard and Garneth. He adored his wife and children and cherished each of the 63 years he spent by Albertha's side. Together they farmed the family farm northwest of Rock Valley 31 years before retiring to Rock Valley in 1983.
Louis will long be remembered for his great faith, his work ethic, his generosity, his love for his family, and his love for the church. He dedicated his life to the Lord serving many terms as Elder and Deacon of Rock Valley First CRC. He was an active member in various Bible studies including Men's Society and taught Catechism classes. His Bible is barely readable marked with so many underlines and notations. Above all, he was a spiritual leader and mentor to his family daily speaking of his faith wherever he went - whether it be at the kitchen table, spending time with relatives or friends, a special birthday celebration, or fixing a piece of equipment on the farm.
God had clearly called Louis to be a steward of the land. He was a serious worker and loved the farm. He worked the soil, was a meticulous welder, fed many cattle and worked hard with his hands. He had a wonderful sense of humor that he carried with him to the very end of his life. In the midst of discomfort from stroke effects and separation from his family at the nursing home during COVID-19, he continued to be a source of joy to everyone around him. His attitude and disposition were surely a result of his faith and trust in his heavenly Father. Every minute of his life was a gift from God, and in a very memorable way, Louis was always thankful that he could continue working on the farm alongside his son, grandsons and great-grandsons spraying weeds with the four-wheeler, disking a field, sorting cattle, welding or fixing any piece of equipment until it was "just right" (or better than just right) up until he turned 90 years of age! Some common phrases of his were, "Made in the shade",Something 'sc Rradically wrong here", "We're eating like kings, boys!", "Give it the gun!". It is with this same spirit that Louis left this place - with joy, with peace, and with grace.
Those left to cherish the memory of "Gramps" are his children, Howard (Lynette) Altena of Doon, and Garneth (Kevin) Kuiper of Sioux Falls, SD; six grandchildren, Tricia (Brian) Mulder, Troy (Michelle) Altena, Evan (Kim) Altena, Teissa (Casey) Green, Paige (Bret) Vanden Bosch, and Lucas Kuiper; 18 great-grandchildren; one sister, Marlene Te Slaa of Rock Valley; many Van't Hul in-laws; nieces and nephews.
Louis was preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Effie; wife, Albertha; five brothers and one sister.
The family wishes to offer special thanks to the supportive staff at Whispering Heights and Hegg Memorial Health Center for the wonderful care Louis received.
[Source: Porter Funeral Homes in Rock Valley, Iowa]
SIOUX CENTER, IOWA~ Harriet G. Vande Kamp, 89, of Sioux Center, formerly of Rock Valley,
Iowa, was taken to her heavenly home on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at Crown Pointe
Estates in Sioux Center.
A Service of Celebrating God's Grace in the life of Harriet will be 10:30 a.m. Thursday,
January 29, 2026, at First Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley with Rev. Matthew
Haan officiating.
Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery.
Visitation with the family will be from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Wednesday at the church.
The Porter Funeral Home in Rock Valley is assisting the family.
Condolences may be sent to www.porterfuneralhomes.com.
The funeral service will be livestreamed at Harriet Gladys (Van't Hul) Vande Kamp was born November 4, 1936, to Bert and Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul on a farm near Rock Valley, IA. She grew up in a loving home with eleven siblings. She attended Rock Valley Christian School. She took one year off to help with her family before attending and graduating from Western Christian High School in 1955. Following high school, she taught at Lebanon Christian School from 1955 to 1957. She later graduated from Augustana University in Sioux Falls, SD in 1990 at age 53 with a BA degree in education. Harriet was involved in education most of her adult life beginning at Lebanon Christian School, teaching at Hope Haven, signing in the classroom for students that were Deaf and Hard of Hearing, serving as a resource and Bible teacher at Rock Valley Christian School, and a Foster Grandparent at Rock Valley Christian School. Harriet spent many hours tutoring students who needed extra academic help.
Harriet married Marvin Vande Kamp on August 6, 1956. They farmed southeast of Rock Valley, after which they moved to Rock Valley in 1995. Marvin died July 7, 2018. Harriet moved to Four Seasons in Rock Valley in 2017 and to Crown Pointe Estates in Sioux Center in 2023. Harriet enjoyed hosting Bible studies, reading, and crocheting. She enjoyed singing with her sisters, Dorthy, Albertha and Geraldine, playing the piano and organ, and spending time with her children and grandchildren. Harriet had an extraordinary green thumb with a large garden that fed her family both on the farm and when they moved to town. She was especially well-known for her jam, home-made bread and pies. She was a long-term attendee of Ruth's Circle. She frequently visited residents of Whispering Heights, those in Rock Valley hospital, and was a dedicated supporter of missionaries.
Those left to cherish her memories are three sons and one daughter, Kelvin (Joan) from Worthington, MN, Philip (Susan) from Minneapolis, MN, Joel (Rebecca) from Chicago, IL, and Carol (Steven) Manning from Omaha, NE; eleven grandchildren, and ten great-grandchildren; two sisters, Joyce (Fred) Smits of Sioux Falls and Joanne (Rodney) De Weerd of Sioux Center; one brother, Orville (Arlene) Van't Hul of Hull; sister-in-law, Carol Van't Hul of Rock Valley, and sister-in-law, Mary Van't Hul of Rock Valley. Also from Marvin's family are Allan (Marlene) Vande Kamp of Rock Valley, Vernon (Leona) Vande Kamp of Orange City, Norma (Nelson) Nikkel of Pella, Marla Vande Kamp of Orange City, and Darla Vander Wilt of Hospers; and many nephews and nieces.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Marvin Vande Kamp, parents, Bert and Gertie Van't Hul, brother Lawrence and his wife, Maxine; brother Junior, brother Harlan, sister Albertha and Louis Altena, sister Dorothy and George Van Beek, sister Geraldine and Norman Vande Vegte, two sisters who died in childhood, Joyce and Joan Van't Hul, and great grandchild Jaelee Vande Kamp; and from Marvin's family, Gerrit and Priscilla Vande Kamp, Hilbert and Loraine Vande Kamp, Geneva and Leonard Vanden Bosch, George Vande Kamp, Celia and Marvin Ten Napel, and Winnifred and Alfred De Jong.
Harriet's family would like to invite everyone for a time of food and fellowship at the church following the committal service.
Marvin Vande KampSeptember 9, 1930 - July 7, 2018
Marvin Vande Kamp, 87, of Rock Valley, Iowa, died on July 7, 2018 at Whispering Heights of Rock Valley. Funeral services will be held Thursday, July 12 at 10:30 AM at First Christian Reformed Church of Rock Valley with Rev. Matthew Haan officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery of Rock Valley. Visitation, with the family present, will be held Wednesday, July 11 from 5:30-7:30 PM at Porter Funeral Home of Rock Valley. Marvin Vande Kamp, 87, was taken to his eternal heavenly home on July 7, 2018.
Marvin was born September 9, 1930 to George and Celia (Vanden Berg) Vande Kamp on a farm near Sioux Center, Iowa. He attended country school through the eighth grade. He served in the army during the Korean War from May 1952 to April 1954.
Marvin married Harriet Van't Hul on August 6, 1956 in Rock Valley, Iowa. They farmed southeast of Rock Valley until 1995, when they moved into Rock Valley. Marvin continued to drive a truck for the Rock Valley Farmers Elevator until 2009. After full retirement Marvin enjoyed volunteering at Justice For All, spending time in the yard, and having daily coffee time with his friends. He was a member of the First Christian Reformed Church in Rock Valley, where he was a member of men's Bible study and served as a deacon and elder. Marvin entered Whispering Heights in December 2016.
Those left to cherish Marvin's memory are his wife of 61 years, Harriet.
Four children:
Kelvin (Joan) Vande Kamp of Worthington, MN
Carol (Steven) Manning of Omaha, NE
Philip (Susan) Vande Kamp of Minneapolis, MN
Joel (Rebecca) Vande Kamp of Chicago, IL
Eleven grandchildren and three great-grandchildren
Brothers:
Hilbert Vande Kamp of Sanborn, IA
Allan (Marlene) Vande Kamp of Rock Valley, IA
Vernon (Leona) Vande Kamp of Orange City, IA
Sisters:
Winnifred De Jong of Sioux Center, IA
Geraldine Van Holland of Rock Valley, IA
Celia Ten Napel of Sioux Center, IA
Norma (Nelson) Nikkel of Pella, IA
Brother-in-law: Leonard Vanden Bosch
Sister-in-law: Darla Vander Wilt
Marvin was preceded in death by his parents, George and Celia; brothers, Gerrit and his wife Priscilla Vande Kamp, George Vande Kamp; sister, Geneva Vanden Bosch; sister-in-law, Loraine Vande Kamp; brothers-in-law, Alfred De Jong, John T. Van Holland, and Marvin Ten Napel.
[Source: Porter Funeral Home in Rock Valley, Iowa]
Geraldine Joan Vande VegteOctober 14, 1938 - December 2, 2022 Geraldine Vande Vegte, 84, of Inwood, IA, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 2, 2022, at Good Samaritan in Sioux Falls, SD. Funeral Service will be 11a.m. Friday, December 23, 2022, at the First Christian Reformed Church in Inwood with Rev. Adam Eisenga officiating. A burial will follow in the Richland Township Cemetery at Inwood. Visitation with the family present will be from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Friday at the First Christian Reformed Church in Inwood. The Porter Funeral Home in Inwood is assisting the family. In lieu of flowers and gifts, memorials may be directed to area Christian schools. Geraldine Joan Van't Hul was born October 14, 1938, to Bert and Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul on a farm 3-1/2 miles east of Rock Valley. She grew up in a loving home with eleven siblings. She attended Rock Valley Christian School from grades 1 thru 10 and then Western Christian High School. She graduated in 1956 and that summer enrolled at Westmar College in Le Mars, IA to study elementary education. She began teaching 1st and 2nd grades that fall at Lebanon Christian School. In the summer of 1957, she took additional education classes in Sioux Falls, SD. She continued teaching at Lebanon Christian School for two more years and later substituted at Inwood Christian School.
Geraldine was united in marriage to Norman Vande Vegte on November 19, 1958. They lived on an acreage between Rock Valley and Lebanon for a short time before they started farming SW of Inwood. In 1966 they moved to a farm SE of Inwood, and in 1975 they settled onto the homeplace NE of Inwood where they raised their three boys until 1994 when they moved into town due to Norm's Parkinsons and declining health. Norm passed away in March 2009.
Geraldine was a very active farmer's wife, she found great joy working alongside her family. She enjoyed tending to the newborn pigs. She worked her way up pulling a 5-bottom plow with a 1755 Oliver, and she also hauled and unloaded ear corn for many harvest seasons. She liked things to be well-kept, that included maintaining a clean house, mowing and weeding outside and making sure all the farm buildings were routinely painted. She also enjoyed playing games and especially Scrabble, even having her own Scrabble dictionary passed down from a dear friend.
Geraldine was a great cook and baker and did not miss making a Sunday dinner for her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. We can't begin to count the number of meals and lunches she made over the years, and most everything she made was from scratch and according to the handwritten recipes cards of which she had many. She loved making her own buns for Sunday dinners, and she always had more than enough. She also made the most incredible chocolate chip cookies and kept them in her deep freeze for whenever someone stopped in to visit.
Geraldine was a teacher at heart. She really never stopped teaching. She read to her grandchildren and great-grandchildren and helped them with their spelling words and piano lessons. Geraldine was a simple lady; but she was extraordinary in the way she served, and she tirelessly served until she moved into Fellowship Village in April 2021.
Norman and Geraldine had many wonderful memories with the "Inwood gang" including playing Hand and Foot and 16 Card Rummy on holidays, vacationing together, and even pulling a prank from time to time. Geraldine and Norman were active members at the Inwood Christian Reformed Church since the early 1960's. She sang in the church choir, taught Sunday School to grade school kids, attended Women's Bible study for many years, and volunteered in many ways including being one of the "cookie ladies".
Her strong faith was evident throughout her life. God, family, and friends were most important to Geraldine. When her sons were young, she took interest in them learning Bible verses for Sunday School and Day School. She also challenged her sons to do their very best in all their schoolwork. Her influence continued as her sons married and started their own careers and families, she didn't always say a lot, she often chose to lead by example.
She is survived by her three sons:
Glenn (Julie) Vande Vegte of Inwood and their children Matt & Leah Vande Vegte and their
children, Jason, Derek, Jacob, Wendy, and Wren of Inwood; Jill (Brent) Vander Werff and
their daughters, Sydney, Gabriella, Summer, and Gracie of Sanborn, IA; Galen (Julie)
Vande Vegte of Inwood and their children Ryan & Katie Vande Vegte and their daughters,
Anna, Aleah, and Avery of Rock Valley, IA; Kim (Brian) Nibbelink and their daughters,
Ellie, and Emery of San Antonio. TX; Kelsey (Jim) Garofalo and their son, Easton of
Colorado Springs, CO; Kenzie (Andrew) Hoekstra and their children, Parker, Miles, and
Graham of Hull, IA; Kayla Vande Vegte & fiancé, Dan Brandt of Albert Lea, MN; Gary (Amy)
Vande Vegte of Orange City, IA and their children Loken & Erin Vande Vegte and their son,
Benson of Oskaloosa, IA; Cole & Lauren Vande Vegte of Minneapolis, MN; Micah (Aaron)
Stark of Champlin, MN; Blake Vande Vegte of Orange City, IA; Amaya Vande Vegte of Orange
City, IA.
Those left to cherish her memory include her sister, Harriet Vande Kamp, brother and his
wife, Harlan (Mary) Van't Hul, and sister-in-law, Carol Van't Hul all of Rock Valley,
IA, brother and his wife, Orville (Arlene) Van't Hul of Hull, IA; sisters and their
husbands, Joyce (Fred) Smit of Sioux Falls, SD, and Joanne (Rod) De Weerd of Sioux
Center, IA; sister-in-law, Judy Vande Vegte of Rock Valley, IA; brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Helen (Arie) Byl of Sioux Center, IA; and brother-in-law and
sister-in-law, Arthur (Anita) Van Ravenhorst all of Sioux Center, IA; and numerous
nieces and nephews.
She was preceded in death by her parents, Bert and Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul; husband, Norman; her brother and his wife Lawrence and Maxine Van't Hul; her sisters and their husbands, Dorothy and George Van Beek and Albertha and Louis Altena; her brother-in-law, Marv Vande Kamp; her brother, Gerald Junior Van't Hul; young sisters who died in childhood, Joyce and Joan (Geraldine's twin) Van't Hul; her parents-in-law, Henry and Rolena Vande Vegte; her brother-in-law John Vande Vegte; and her sister-in-law, Mary Ann Van Ravenhorst.
Geraldine's family would like to invite everyone for a time of food and fellowship at the church following the committal service.
[Source: Porter Funeral Home in Inwood, Iowa]
Norman Vande Vegte, 72, of Inwood, died Monday, March 02, 2009 at Sanford Canton-Inwood Hospital. Funeral Service will be 2 pm Wednesday at the Inwood Christian Reformed Church, Inwood. Burial at Richland Cemetery, Inwood. Visitation will be Tuesday noon to 5 pm at Porter Funeral Home and then 6:30-8 pm at Inwood Christian Reformed Church. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be directed to Inwood Christian School Foundation.
Norman Junior Vande Vegte was born August 15, 1936 at home near Rock Valley, IA, son of Henry and Rolena (Driesen) Vande Vegte. In October of 1956, he left for Ft Carson, CO to serve in the U.S. Army. Norman spent time serving in Korea following the Korean War.
He served until August of 1958 and on November 19th he married Geraldine Van't Hul at Rock Valley. They lived on an acreage near Lebanon, IA from November, 1958 until March, 1959 while Norman worked for Roorda Machine Shop. Norman and Geraldine moved to a farm southwest of Inwood in March of 1959 where he started farming. In January of 1966, the couple moved to a farm southeast of Inwood. They farmed there until October, 1975 when they made their final move to the home place northeast of Inwood now occupied by Norman's grandson, Matt and his wife Leah.
In the spring of 1991, Norman was diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease. They moved to town in November, 1994. But Norman continued on the farm working alongside his two oldest sons until he was no longer able to. Norman spent time at the farm until he moved into the Lyon County Manor in Rock Rapids in May 23, 2008 and then later the Fellowship Village in Inwood on July 23, 2008. Norman served as a Sunday School Teacher, on the Christian Reformed Church Council, Inwood Christian School Board, Hope Haven Board, Western Christian High School Board and the Lyon Rural Water Board.
Norman is survived by his wife Geraldine; 3 sons, Glenn (Julie) Vande Vegte, Galen (Julie) Vande Vegte, of Inwood, Gary (Amy) Vande Vegte of Orange City, IA; 12 grandchildren: Matthew (Leah), Jill, and Ryan (Katie) Vande Vegte, Kim (Brian) Nibbelink, Kelsey, Kenzie, Kayla, Loken, Micah, Cole, Blake and Amaya Vande Vegte; one great-grandson, Jason Vande Vegte; brother, John (Judy) Vande Vegte of Rock Valley, IA; sister, Helen (Arie) Byl of Sioux Center, IA; brother-in-law, Art (Anita) Van Ravenhorst of Lebanon, IA.
He was preceded in death by his parents; infant sisters: Mary Ann and Marilyn Mae Vande Vegte and another sister, Mary Ann Van Ravenhorst.
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Harlan Jay Van't HulJanuary 15, 1942 - December 24, 2022
Harlan Jay Van't Hul, 80, of Rock Valley, Iowa, died Saturday, December 24, 2022, at Whispering Heights of Rock Valley. A funeral service will be held Thursday, December 29, at 10:00 AM at First Christian Reformed Church of Rock Valley with Rev. Matthew Haan officiating. Burial will follow at Valley View Cemetery of Rock Valley. Visitation, with the family present, will be held Wednesday, December 28, from 6:00 - 8:00 PM at First CRC of Rock Valley. Memorials may be directed to Love INC, Justice For All, Western Christian High School or Rock Valley Christian School. Porter Funeral Home of Rock Valley is assisting the family with arrangements.
Harlan Jay Van't Hul was born to Bert and Gertrude (Van Maanen) Van't Hul on January 15, 1942. He grew up on a farm 3 miles east of Rock Valley, Iowa with three brothers and eight sisters. He was a lifetime member of the First Christian Reformed Church of Rock Valley where he professed his faith in Jesus Christ and later served as an elder and attended Bible studies. Harlan attended Rock Valley Christian School and Western Christian High School and later served on the board at RVCS. After graduating from high school, he worked at the Rock Valley Creamery, Van't Hul Well Digging, B&H Hatchery, spreading anhydrous for the Farmers Elevator, went to auctioneering school, and did some farming in the evening.
On March 15, 1963, he was united in marriage to Mary Humme. They moved to a farm 2 miles east of Rock Valley. Together they were blessed with three children, Mark, Tim, and Rachelle. In April of 1966, Harlan experienced a life altering accident resulting in the loss of his eyesight. He had countless cornea transplants and trips to Iowa City. He attended the Iowa school for the blind and was taught mobility with the use of his white cane, and to strive to do anything a sighted person can do. There were times he could see for short periods of time only to be disappointed in rejection of the cornea.
Harlan's heart was in farming and he continued to manage the farm with the help of family and neighbors. Harlan's sons took interest in the farm, and it became a family farm operation. In 2011 he received an artificial cornea and enjoyed limited vision for six years. This allowed him to enjoy riding his bike to play cards at the Senior Center, making some good friends and having many good laughs. In February 2021 his Parkinson's disease became unmanageable at home. Harlan took up residence at Whispering Heights where he was cared for by loving nurses and his wife.
Left to cherish his memory are his wife of almost 60 years, Mary; son, Mark (Deb) Van't Hul and their three children: Tyler Van't Hul, Christa Van't Hul, and Megan (Alex) Sykora and their son, Brooks Sykora; son, Tim (Debbie) Van't Hul and their three children: Brandon (Bri) Van't Hul, Miranda Van't Hul, and Lucas Van't Hul; daughter, Rachelle (James) Vanden Bos and their three children: Ashley (Colton) Van Otterloo, and their daughter, Hayden, Carter Vanden Bos and Levi Vanden Bos; brother, Orville (Arlene) Van't Hul; three sisters, Harriet Vande Kamp, Joyce (Fred) Smits and Joanne (Rod) De Weerd; sister-in-law, Carol Van't Hul; and in-laws: Alan Vander Meulen, Sylvia Humme, Wilma Humme and Donna Humme.
Harlan was preceded in death by his parents, Bert and Gertrude; two brothers: Lawrence (Maxine) Van't Hul and Junior Van't Hul; three sisters: Dorothy (George) Van Beek, Albertha (Louis) Altena, and Geraldine (Norm) Vande Vegte; brother-in-law, Marv Vande Kamp; and two sisters at a young age. Harlan was also preceded in death by Mary's parents, Arnold and Kate (Vos) Humme, three brothers-in-law: John, Pete and Jim Humme, and two sisters-in-law: Nelverne (Ted) Marra, and Norma Vander Meulen.
May the challenges that Harlan endured and the courage he showed drive each one of us to press on.
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