Henry R. "Hank" Van Hovel's obituary , Passed away on October 23, 2025 in Munith, Michigan

Henry R. "Hank" Van Hovel

November 7, 1947 - October 23, 2025 (77 years old)

Munith, Michigan

Henry R. "Hank" Van Hovel's obituary , Passed away on October 23, 2025 in Munith, Michigan

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Staffan-Mitchell and Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Homes

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Henry R. "Hank" Van Hovel

November 7, 1947 - October 23, 2025 (77 years old)

Munith, Michigan

Henry R. Van Hovel Obituary

The world bids farewell to Henry R. Van Hovel of Munith, Michigan, departing on October 23, 2025 at the age of 77. Henry leaves behind memories cherished by the community. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Henry Hovel and Catherine Van Hovel (Purpura). He is survived by: his wife Carolyn Cooke; his children, Cheryl Thomas (Edward) of Newberry, MI and Michael Van Hovel (Lisa) of Allen Park; his stepdaughters, Lori Cooke-Gearhart (Michael Gearhart) of Temperance, MI and Shelley Sitar (David) of Worthington, IN; his sister Charlene Hachey; and the mother of his children Mary Sue Plotzke of Armada, MI.. He is also survived by seven grandchildren.

Memorial contributions may be made to the Richard F. Smith American Legion Post 29 in Jackson, MI.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Staffan-Mitchell and Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Homes



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Oct 29

Visitation

Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home
424 E Main St, Stockbridge, MI 49285

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Oct 30

Visitation

Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home
424 E Main St, Stockbridge, MI 49285

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Oct 30

Funeral service

Caskey-Mitchell Funeral Home
424 E Main St, Stockbridge, MI 49285

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Oct 30

Burial

Ft. Custer National Cemetery

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