Donald Hoekema Sr. of DeMotte, IN, formerly of Highland, IN age 84, of DeMotte, IN, passed away peacefully on January 10, 2017 with his loving family at his side. Donald was born August 15, 1932 in Munster, Indiana to the late Teake and Julia (Woudstra) Hoekema. Also preceding him in death are five brothers. Left to cherish his memory are his loving wife of 65 years, Dolores (Eriks) Hoekema; children, Donald (Diane) Hoekema, Dale E. (Linda) Hoekema, and Denise Massey; six grandchildren, and nine great grandchildren.
After his retirement of 35 years of faithful service for Red Top Trucking, he then owned and operated H&L Trucking Company for over 7 years. He then returned back to work for Globe Roofing in the Sample Department for 7 years. Donald and his wife are active members of Community Christian Reformed Church of Roselawn, where he served three terms as Deacon and served on the finance committee. He loved building birdhouses, gardening and fishing. Visitation will be Tuesday, January 17, 2017 from 10:00 am until the time of funeral services at 1:00 pm, at Chapel Lawn Funeral Home (8178 S. Cline Ave.; Schererville, Indiana 46375) with Pastor Joel Zuidema officiating. Burial will be in Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens. Memorial contributions may be made to Community Christian Reformed Church of Roselawn Food Pantry (10498 450 N.; DeMotte, IN 46310). To leave online condolences, please visit www.chapellawnfunerals.com
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