Michael Hoeksema
March 18, 2013
Michael Richard Hoeksema went to be with his Lord and Savior on Monday, March 18, 2013. Funeral service will be 12:00 p.m. Friday, March 22, 2013 at Hamilton’s near Highland Memory Gardens, 121 NW 60th Ave. in Des Moines, with burial at Iowa Veterans Cemetery. Visitation will be one hour prior to the funeral at the funeral home.
Michael was born in Marshalltown, Iowa on October 29, 1984 to John and Regina of Bondurant, IA. He proudly served his country in the United States Army, including Korea, from 2007 to 2010. Michael was deeply loved by his parents, his brother Matthew, Matthew’s wife, Nikki, and his niece Cloey. He is also survived by his grandparents: Marvin and Doris Hoeksema of Ankeny, IA, and Marvin and Suzette Paul of Eldora, IA; and numerous uncles, aunts, and cousins. His family was blessed to have Michael for 28 years and look forward to the day they will meet again.
Memorial contributions may be made in honor of Michael to the Wounded Warrior Project.
Condolences may be made at www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Curt Fleig
03/22/2013
To Regina,John, Nikki, Matthew and Cloey ! My heart holds all the words I want to say, but you have heard them so many times recently ! Jolene and I ask that you be given peace, comfort, and someday, the understanding of the 'why' things happen ! Having never met Michael , I can only share my sisters Cindys' pain at his loss here on Earth ! May God give you His love ! You are in our thoughts, our hearts, our minds , and above all, our prayers !!
Ellen Smitherman-Hinrichs
03/22/2013
"Ill lend you for a little time
A child of Mine," He said.
"For you to love the while he lives,
And mourn for when hes dead.
It may be six or seven years,
Or twenty-two or three,
But will you, till I call her back,
Take care of him for Me?
Hell bring his charms to gladden you,
And should his stay be brief,
Youll have his lovely memories
As solace for your grief.
I cannot promise he will stay,
Since all from Earth return,
But there are lessons taught down there
I want this child to learn.
Ive looked this wide world over
In My search for teachers true,
And from the throngs that crowd lifes lanes,
I have selected you;
Now will you give him all your love,
Nor think the labor vain,
Nor hate Me when I come to call
And take him back again ?
I fancied that I heard them say,
"Dear Lord, Thy will be done,
For all the joy Thy child shall bring,
For the risk of grief well run.
Well shelter him with tenderness,
Well love him while we may,
And for the happiness weve known,
Forever grateful stay.
But should the angels call for him
Much sooner then we planned,
Well brave the bitter grief that comes
And try to understand.
Sending you much love and prayers....
Amanda (Harter) Tollari
03/22/2013
Hoeksema Family- I am very sorry for your loss.
I remember going to a high school dance with Mike. He was a great person.
Mac & Berny McDonald
03/22/2013
John and Regina - Our sincere and deepest condolences to you and your family. We ask God to comfort you and your family and lift you up in ours prayers.
Becky Perdue
03/22/2013
Regina, I am saddened to hear of the sudden passing of your son. Our deepest sympathies and condolences to you and your family.
Proverbs 3:5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding.
Pam Ruemmele-xpedx co-worker
03/22/2013
Regina, John and family-
May God's presence be there to comfort and guide you during this most difficult time. Let your heart hold only the wonderful memory of his smile, his laughter and his love for all of you! My Deepest Sympathy to you all.
Janette Lepper
03/21/2013
John, Regina and family- Thinking about you during this time. Regina- I have been thinking about all the wonderful things you always said about Michael. Sending you my love and a tight hug.
Mike DeLawyer
03/21/2013
John and Regina- My dearest and deepest sympathy to you as well as the Hoeksema family. I don't remember Micheal too well but definitely know the Hoeksema family. Its hard to let go of a family member but his spirit will live on..
Al and Judy Carr
03/21/2013
Our prayers go up as we ask for comfort for your entire family. We are members of Steve & Cindy's small group at Timberline, and all of us are sending our sympathies.
Dennis & Marlene Reece
03/21/2013
John & Regina & family - Praying for His peace which passes our human understanding, and rest in the arms of the Comforter. Remembering happier days as "neighbors" here in New Providence. Lifting and loving you in our hearts.
Marsha Belknap Pettigrew
03/21/2013
I'm sending my deepest sympathy to you, Regina and John, and family. My heart goes out to you for the loss of your son, Michael. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Ruth and Gary Walters
03/21/2013
John and Regina: You may not remember us, but we are Dawn Jeske Fratzke's parents. We are remembering all of you as "just kids in school" a long time ago. We are so very sorry for your loss, and will be remembering you and your family in our thoughts and prayers. Take care.
Shannon (Bean) Beemer
03/21/2013
Regina, so sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts & prayers are with you and your family. Stay strong. Sincerely, Shannon (Bean) Beemer - old xpedx co-worker
Wes Blanchard
03/21/2013
Dear Hoeksema Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Michael. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Wes & Lynn
Joanne Webb
03/21/2013
I am so sorry for the loss of your beautiful son, Michael. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.