John Franklin Van Scoyk
March 31, 2013
John Franklin Van Scoyk, 88, was born August 3, 1924, in Sandyville, Iowa, the son of John E. and Anna (Kirkpatrick) Van Scoyk. He passed away Sunday, March 31, 2013, at the Carlisle Care Center.
Frank was an Army veteran of World War II. He retired from John Deere after 28 years of faithful service dedicated to the Publications department.
Frank is survived by his loving wife of 66 years, Jean Van Scoyk; sons, Chris (Gail) Van Scoyk and Mike (Keli) Van Scoyk; two grandchildren; and his sister, Mary Beth (Gerald) Conklin. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his son, Brian Van Scoyk.
Funeral services will be held at 2 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2013, at Hamilton’s Altoona Funeral Home, 105 4th Street SW, with burial to follow at the Altoona Cemetery.
The family wishes to express their heartfelt thanks to Carlisle Care Center and Iowa Hospice for their loving care.
Condolences may be expressed at:
www.HamiltonsFuneralHome.com
Jeff Molenburg
02/08/2021
I'm sorry to hear of the passing of your parents, I didn't know them well but had met them at their home in Altoona the few times I was able to visit in my childhood. I knew Brian from a summer art class at the school close by and he befriended this geeky little 11-12 year old me. My memories were very fond the way he got me to overcome my fear of horses as I had been trampled by one as a kid. He and I enjoyed riding you guys very tame and friendly horse. In mid 1971 before I moved to Texas, I was devastated to find my friend had been taken by the accident. We had talked on the phone several times but only got to visit in person when my grandfather came to town as my grandmother didn;'t drive. I hope this isn't too much from the past but just wanted to let you know someone still thinks of him, your family(and his horse)
David & Lauri Allen
04/07/2013
Chris, Mike & Family - Our condolences for the loss your dad. Our thoughts are with you.
Peggy Hotovec
04/04/2013
Mike and family. Just heard of your dad's passing. Wish I would have know sooner, would have gone to the funeral. Your mom and family is in my thoughts and prayers. Your dad was an awesome man. He will be missed greatly.
Linda and Brent Boyd
04/03/2013
We're so sorry to hear about your dad. Our heartfelt sympathy.
Kevin and Cherie Cole
04/03/2013
So sorry to hear of the loss of your father Chris - our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Mike, Terri (Righi) and Mikey Ryner
04/03/2013
Mike, Gail and Van Scoyk Family
Our deepest sympathy for the loss of your father. It is never easy to lose someone so loved. We are thinking of you and you are in our prayers.
Mark & Mary, Hilary & Hailey Whitfield
04/03/2013
Mike, Brian & Caitlyn,
We are sorry to hear of your dad and grandpa's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you
DOUG AND TINA CHAMBERS
04/02/2013
Mike and Chris . Sorry to hear of the loss of your father. God bless and comfort your family.
Randy Seiberling
04/02/2013
My thoughts and prayers to the Van Scoyk family. Peace to you.
Craig Rehor
04/02/2013
So sorry for your loss Mike. Your Dad was such a good guy to all of us.