It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our father, Jan R Dykstra on February 4, 2023. Jan was 92 years old and is survived by his one remaining sister, Atje, 93 years old, who lives in South Africa. He is survived by his six children, Jack, Elisabeth, Annette, Hilary, Yvonne and Paul and his 10 grandchildren and 7 great-grandchildren. He was predeceased by his wife, Anneke and grandson John. Jan was born on October 16, 1930, in The Netherlands as the third of 5 children.
He married in 1952, with the love of his life, Anneke, whom he knew since kindergarten. His oldest child was born in The Netherlands and they immigrated to Canada where the rest of his children were born. He attended school while in Canada and obtained his CPA designation. In 1969 Jan relocated the family to NJ where he worked as an Auditor and retired as the Director of Construction Auditing in 1992. Jan and Anneke moved to Ormond Beach, FL, in 1993.
Throughout his life, Jan enjoyed renovating homes and was proud of his handy work. He enjoyed long walks and spending time at the family cottage during the summer. He was a devoted father and a devout Christian and continued to participate in Church activities as long as he was able.
Jan parted this life in peace and with the full reassurance that he is with the Lord and reunited with Anneke in heaven.
Visitation will be held on Monday, February 13, 11 am till time of service. Funeral Service Monday, February 13, 12 pm, at Volusia Memorial Funeral Home with interment to follow at Volusia Memorial Park
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.volusiamemorialfunerals.com for the Dykstra family.
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