Gerald Arthur Hoek

Gerald Arthur Hoek, age 82, of Wyoming, passed into the arms of Jesus on Friday, September 29, 2017. He was preceded in death by his parents, and brothers, Arthur and Jim.  He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 61 years, Norma; his children, Debbie (Steve) Thieme, Cathy (Joe) LaVigne, Rick Hoek, Bob (Vicki) Hoek, grandchildren, Nick (Jenn), Ryan (Jess), Chris (Samantha), Jake, Steven, Julie (Ryan); great grandchildren, Sofia, Elivia, Mara, Emma, Claire; brother, Roger (Angela) Hoek; sister, Lois (Elmer) Snoap; many nieces and nephews.  Jerry was a devoted family man who loved to take his family on vacations up north.  He was a great cook and delighted his family with dishes such as venison, fish, morel mushrooms, and chili.  He loved to fish and hunt and even bagged a Kodiak bear with his brother, Roger, years ago.  He will be lovingly remembered for his lively sense of humor and good nature.  Jerry’s family would like to sincerely thank the staff of Medilodge of Wyoming and especially his caregiver, Beth, for their loving care.  A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:30 am on Monday, October 2, 2017 at Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church, 1630 Godfrey Ave. SW Wyoming, with Fr. Stephen Dudek Celebrant. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.  Relatives and friends may meet the family Sunday from 4-7 pm with a Rosary at 6:30 pm at Matthysse-Kuiper-DeGraaf Funeral Home (Wyoming), 4031 Clyde Park SW.  Those who wish may make memorial contributions to Medilodge of Wyoming.