Hendrik served in the Dutch Navy prior to coming to the United States and proudly served in the U.S. National Guard for three years. Together, he and his wife, Arlene, raised their 6 children. He enjoyed vacationing with his family and created many wonderful memories with them over the years. He sang in 2 choirs over the years and was an avid harmonica player. He worked for 23 years as a butcher at IGA, 25 years for the Russ’ Commissary, and retired from Zeeland Public Schools after serving there for 5 years. He was loved and will be dearly missed.
He was preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Arlene Bloemendal in 2016; and 2 sisters and a brother.
He is survived by his children, Doug and Sheryl Bloemendal, Rick and Ann Bloemendal, Cindy and Steve Alfaro, Diane Bloemendal, Jeff and Robin Bloemendal, Gary and Tara Bloemendal; numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren; and 5 sisters.
Funeral services are 10:00 am on Saturday, August 13, 2022, at Central Ave Christian Reformed Church, 259 Central Ave. Holland, MI 49423 with Rev. Chad Steenwyk officiating.
Burial to take place at Restlawn Memorial Gardens.
Memorial contributions may be given in Hendrik’s honor to Hospice of Holland.
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