Birth date: Sep 27, 1921 Death date: Jun 5, 2007
Mr. Gerrit M. “Gary” VanDonkelaar, age 85, went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday evening, June 5, 2007. He was born in Muskegon on September 27, 1921 to Joseph and Sophia (VanVeelen) VanDonkelaar and was a life resident of the Read Obituary
We had many lovely times with Gary and Leona in Tucson, Arizona, and will miss his smiling face.##imported-begin##David and Sally Landon##imported-end##
What a great man Gary was.So many memories of his helping hand to so many,including our family. He and Leona are the best neighbors anyone could have. Gary we will miss you, but we will meet again some day..##imported-begin##Jack and Sandy Sischo##imported-end##
Dear Leona and family,
We were very sorry to get the message from John that Gary had passed away. Louise and I were reminiscing and found that each of us had different memories--Louise said he taught her to ride her bike and I remember how very kind he was and concerned. We both agreed that he gave the best hugs always even though it was around the waist because he was so very tall. He will be missed and our prayers are with you. Losing a loved one is not easy but God, family and friends see us through.
Love from your cousins, Shirley and Louise.##imported-begin##Shirley Shanty; Louise Cass##imported-end##
I was saddened to learn of Gary's passing. I have such fond memories of Gary and our families from growing up at Laketon Avenue Baptist Church and Lake Harbor Baptist Church; the potluck dinners; summer vacations at Manistee Lake; and water skiing on Mona Lake. Gary was a great man; and a wonderful husband and father. Please accept my heartfelt sympathy. Mark.##imported-begin##Mark L. Clark##imported-end##
I was so sorry to read about the death of your dad and husband. I will be thinking of your family. Jan##imported-begin##Jan Waldo (Ferencsik)##imported-end##
Dear Leona and Family:
It is with fond memories that we think for Gary. I remember him at the church when I was a teenager and after Glenn and I were married how Gary and you always mentored us in our Christian life. It is because of people like Gary that we have served the Lord in the ministry for over 35 years. God Bless you. Our prayers are with you and your family.
Glenn & Emily Arsnoe
7403 46th Ave N. Lot 78
St. Petersburg, FL 33709##imported-begin##Glenn & Emily Arsnoe##imported-end##
