William Herman van den Hoogen
1949 - 2014
William Herman van den Hoogen
Visitation Information
Visitation
October 20, 2014
Visitation Time
2 to 4 and 7 to 9 pm
Visitation Location
C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College Street, Antigonish
Service Information
Service Date
Tuesday October 21, 2014
Service Time
11:00am
Service Location
St. Margaret of Scotland, Arisaig
Requested Charity
Local Charity of Choice
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van den Hoogen, William Herman "Willie",65, passed away at his home in McArras Brook ,Oct 18, 2014. He was born in Schaijk, Holland Oct 13, 1949, the son of the late William and Anna van der Zanden) van den Hoogen.

Willie was a proud farmer for most of his life. In later years, he turned his hands to boat building and the fishing industries. He lived life with determination and courage. His infectious smile and his powerful spirit will live with his family and all those who knew him forever.

He is survived by his loving wife of 42 years Rosa (Heukshorst); his five girls: Michelle (Luke ) MacKinnon, Nicole (Aaron) Rovers, Kelly, Amy (Dave) Maybee, Rachel (Randy) MacDonald; his cherished grandchildren, to whom he was a loving Opa: Daniel, Hugh, and Raymond MacKinnon; Hoogen, Amelia, and Thijs Rovers; Ella Maybee and Avery MacDonald. Willie will be missed by his brothers: Frank ( Shirley), Herman (Antonia), Joseph (Florence), Anthony (Ann); sisters, Nellie (Robert) Smallbones, Joan (Angus) MacDonald; Frances (John) Corsten; and sister-in-law Mary van den Hoogen.

He is predeceased by infant daughter Angela and oldest brother Cor.

Cremation has taken place. Visitation will be from 2-4pm and 7-9pm on Monday at C.L. Curry Funeral Home, 135 College St. Antigonish. Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday at 11 am in St. Margaret of Scotland Church, Arisag. Burial in the parish cemetery.

Memorial donations may be made a local charity of choice. Online condolences: www.clcurry.com

William Herman van den Hoogen