Forrest Roorda's obituary , Passed away on July 13, 2019 in Pella, Iowa

Forrest Roorda

July 4, 1925 - July 13, 2019 (94 years old)

Pella, Iowa

Forrest Roorda's obituary , Passed away on July 13, 2019 in Pella, Iowa

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Garden Chapel Funeral Homes

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Forrest Roorda

July 4, 1925 - July 13, 2019 (94 years old)

Pella, Iowa

Forrest Roorda Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Forrest Roorda (Pella, Iowa), who passed away at the age of 94, on July 13, 2019. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family. You may also light a candle in honor of Forrest Roorda or send a beautiful flower arrangement to the funeral service.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Epke Gerrit and Emma Marie Roorda (Boot); his spouse Gerdena Van Hemert; his parents-in-law, Ed and Gertie Van Hemert (De Penning); and his siblings, Melvin Gerrit Roorda, Erma Helen De Vries (Roorda), Edgar John Roorda and Robert Adrian Roorda. He is also survived by his six children, 13 grandchildren, 29 great-grandchildren, and 5 great-great-grandchildren.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Garden Chapel Funeral Homes



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July 19

Visitation

Garden Chapel Funeral Home
1301 Main St, Pella, IA 50219

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July 19

Visitation

Garden Chapel Funeral Home
1301 Main St, Pella, IA 50219

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July 20

Memorial service

Otley Reformed Church
700 Johnston St, Otley, IA 50214

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