OBITUARY
Hendrik Anne GROENEVELT
November 7, 1924 – July 13, 2018
GROENEVELT, Hendrik “Henk”– July 13, 2018
It is with sadness that our family announces the passing of Henk Groenevelt on July 13, 2018 in Merritt BC.
Henk was 93 years old at the time of his passing. Born on Nov. 7, 1924 in Haarlem, Netherlands, he immigrated to Canada in 1957 with his wife Pat and two children, Theo and Yvonne, landing in Vancouver where daughter Diana was born in 1961.
Henk was hired at Lornex Mine in Dec. 1971 (Teck Highland Valley Copper now) working as a Security Guard/First Aid Attendant. In June 1972 he relocated his family to Logan Lake where he was actively involved in various groups, clubs and organizations. Henk was one of the founding members of the Logan Lake Lions Club in 1973 and received a Lifetime Member Achievement for his dedication and loyalty to the club. Henk retired from Highland Valley Copper in 1989, enjoyed his stamp collection and continued to be actively involved in the community in Logan Lake.
Henk also was well known as our resident clown “Bobo” for many years. Bobo was active with many events and activities; one was being invited to the Variety Club Telethon. Bobo is still remembered today with many smiles and lots of memories.
Henk was predeceased by his wife Pat in Dec. 2011. He is survived by his oldest son Theo (Teresa) of Calgary, daughter Yvonne (Steve) of Dubai, youngest daughter Diana (Morley) of Logan Lake, as well as numerous nieces, nephews, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
A Memorial Service and Celebration of Henk’s Life will be held on Saturday Aug. 4th, 2018 in the Logan Lake Community Church. Service will commence at 2:00pm, with tea/coffee and a meet and greet to follow in the lounge until 5:00pm.
In lieu of flowers or gifts, please consider a donation in Henk’s memory, made to the charity of your choice.
Online condolences and memories may be shared at:
www.MerrittFuneralChapel.com
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Hendrik Anne GROENEVELT 2018.source
Décès pour la Ville: merritt, Province: Colombie britanique
