Joseph Van Houten Obituary
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Joseph Van Houten of Fenton, Michigan, who passed away on April 21, 2026, at the age of 79, leaving to mourn family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joseph Van Houten to show support.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Frank Houten and Kathryn Van Houten (Haley); and his siblings, Sandra Schaeffer and Robert Van Houten. He is survived by: his wife Dalene Schneiderhan; his children, Aimee Wolven (Paul), Stephen Van Houten (Heather) and Melanie Hoekstra (Robby); his grandchildren, Haley Wolven, Lauren Wolven, Nora Hoekstra, Maximus Van Houten, James Hoekstra and Flynn Van Houten; his brother Daniel Van Houten (Jeanne); his siblings-in-law, David Schneiderhan (Carol), Paul Schaeffer (Agnes) and Evelyn Van Houten; his nieces and nephews, Lynn Drouault (Adrien), John Paul Schneiderhan (Jill), Tim Schaeffer (Stephanie) and Russ Schaeffer; Angy, Sarah, Eric and Reece.
Visitation was held on Wednesday, April 29th 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM and on Thursday, April 30th 2026 at 9:00 AM. A funeral Mass was held on Thursday, April 30th 2026 at 10:00 AM at the Holy Family Catholic Church (11804 S Saginaw St, Grand Blanc, MI 48439).
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to the Alzheimer's Association, Knights of Columbus #6742 (memo: No Neighbor Left Behind Program), and Holy Family School Annual Appeal (Tuition Assistance).
