James VanHekken Obituary
With solemn hearts, we announce the passing of James VanHekken of Holland, Michigan, whose presence will be deeply missed, having departed on November 17, 2024 at the age of 84. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Martin VanHekken and Minnie VanHekken of Holland, MI.. He is survived by: his grandchildren, Zachary, Ella, Sean, Nicholas, Owen and Ryan; his children, Matthew (Debra) of Grand Rapids, Daniel (Kimberly) of Clarkston and Rebecca McIlwaine of Denver, Colorado.; and his brother Jerry VanHekken. He is also survived by numerous nieces and nephews.
In lieu of flowers, the family requests donations made in Jim's name to Evergreen Commons—a place Jim helped design, and where he participated in Parkinson's spin classes https://www.evergreencommons.org.
