Garry Kaashoek, born November 28, 1929, was carried by God's grace to his heavenly home on April 17, 2019. There he will use the voice God gave him to sing a new song.
Garry worked for General Motors his entire adult life and was both a master craftsman and a vocalist. He sang in numerous choirs including one of his favorites, the Holland Chorale. Singing was a significant expression of his faith. He started woodworking as a young man, making a sailboat with his father. Throughout his life, he blessed many friends and family with gifts of handcrafted wood furniture.
Garry leaves behind children: Gay Kaashoek, Garth & Lynn Kaashoek, Kerry & Steve Barkel, Kurt & Cathy Kaashoek; grandchildren: Jennifer & Brad Prince, Julie & Ian Kobes, John & Ruth Barkel and Kevin and Conor Kaashoek; great-grandchildren: Alexis, Elyse, and Laura Prince, Andrew and Lylah Kobes, Allison, Piper, and James Barkel; sister, Leona & Randy Kool; and in-laws: Bernice & Jack Dykema, Gary & Judy De Haan, Marge & John Kuyers; nieces and nephews; and friends in Mesa, AZ as well as Michigan. Garry lost his bride of 66 years, Ruth, 2 years ago on April 15.
Service arrangements are pending and will be annonced by Langeland-Sterenberg funeral home. Memorial contributions are to Christ Memorial Music Ministry.
