On February 4th, 2021, the Lord took Henk to himself. It was a blessing that he could die at home in these Covid days.
Hendrik van Huizen was born in the Netherlands in 1932. In 1952 he emigrated with his family to Taber, Alberta, to work in the sugar beets. He moved to the Vancouver area in 1956 where he met the love of his life, Willy. They were married in 1959 and had 4 children: Kathy (Bernie), Arnie (Wendy), Jacqueline (Anthony), and Christine (Jason). Later, they were blessed with 12 grandchildren and 9 great grandchildren.
Initially, Dad worked in construction and surveying, but he felt the call to teach in Christian schools. Therefore he took himself off to UBC to get his education degree. Dad was involved in many Christian schools, growing the movement and influencing the direction of several. He began to teach at John Knox Christian School in 1959, and then went to Richmond Christian in 1961. In 1964, Dad and Mom went to Victoria where Dad taught at Calvin Christian School for the next 10 years. They grew deep roots in their church community. Then Dad went to Fraser Valley Christian High where he completed his teaching career in 1995. He is fondly remembered by many students for his care and regard. He was known for his love of Canadian history, his lengthy stride, and his pocket of peppermints.
Henk was well regarded by his peers and colleagues for his cheerful, welcoming presence. He was kind and thoughtful, and always put others first. Many sought him for wisdom and had great respect for his knowledge of scriptures. Henk was thoroughly ‘reformed’ in his outlook and a man of great integrity. He dearly loved his family and each of his children was encouraged to develop God’s gifts in them. He always saw people, not their circumstances, and was moved to acknowledge them as people made in God’s image.
As a family we are grateful for the life of a man who lived well for his King.
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Nos plus sincères sympathies à la famille et aux amis de Hendrik van Huizen February 4th 2021..
Décès pour la Ville: Aldergrove, Province: Colombie britanique