Dorothy Jane Kruithoff, age 98, of Holland, peacefully passed away in her sleep on Saturday, February 25 at Appledorn Assisted Living Center. She was married for nearly 70 years to Albert Kruithoff, who passed away in 2016.
She was also preceded in death by her parents, Edward and Helena Jaarda; family members, Johnnie Jaarda, Gary and Dolly Jaarda, Adriana and Richard DeRidder, Joyce and Ken Elenbaas, Henry, and Francis Kruithoff; son-in-law, Lynn Wendel; and great-grandson, Josiah VanOrder.
Dorothy worked for 29 years at Holland Hospital and several years at Lakewood Family Medicine. She volunteered for many years with the World Home Bible League corresponding with new believers in Jesus Christ from Africa. She was a 1942 graduate of Holland Christian Schools and a long-time member of Christ Memorial Church.
She is survived by her daughter, Diane (Marvin) Tucker; sons, Randy (Yvonne) Kruithoff, John (Debra) Kruithoff, Richard (Lynda) Kruithoff; 10 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; 1 great great grandchild; and several nephews and nieces.
Visitation is scheduled for 4:00-7:00 pm Thursday, March 2, at Langeland-Sterenberg Funeral Home, 315 E 16th St., Holland. Funeral services will be 11:00 am Friday, March 3, also at the funeral home. Rev. William Boersma will officiate. Burial will be in Restlawn Memorial Gardens.
The family would like to thank the staff of Appledorn Assisted Living Center and Hospice of North Ottawa – Grand Haven for the care and kindness given to our mother. Memorial contributions may be given to Holland Christian Schools. Condolences may be left online at www.langelandsterenberg.com.
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