This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: WHL44 Surnames: SCHOLTEN, BARTELS, SHAFE, ACKLEY, DUNHAM Classification: obituary Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.michigan.counties.kalamazoo/22945/mb.ashx Message Board Post: SCHOLTEN, Hendrick Joseph "Hank" Age 91 Of Climax Went to be with his Lord on Friday, June 20, 2008. He was born January 26, 1917 in his parent's home in Charleston Twp the son of Albert J. and Johanna (Bartels) Scholten. He was a graduate of Battle Creek Central High School. Hendrick farmed all of his life and repaired farm machinery at Middlebush Tractor Sales and the John Deere Trading Post. He also worked full time at Post Cereals for 30 years, retiring in 1982. Hendrick married Virginia Belle Shafe on October 17, 1942 and they were blessed with 64 years of marriage. Virginia preceded her husband in death on October 11, 2006. Hendrick is survived by his children Albert (Ruth) Scholten of Battle Creek, Stephen (Laurie) Scholten of Horicon, Wisconsin, Donna Ackley of Battle Creek; seven grandchildren; 12 great-grandchildren; and a sister, Alice Dunham of Battle Creek. In addition to his wife, Hendrick was preceded in death by his parents, three brothers, a sister and a granddaughter. He was a member of River Walk Communit! y Church (formerly known as Battle Creek Christian Reformed Church) and Post 25 Year Club. He was also a strong supporter of the Battle Creek Christian School. At the request of the family, they will receive friends for visitation from 2 PM until 6 PM on Monday, June 23rd at the FARLEY-ESTES & DOWDLE FUNERAL HOME 105 Capital Ave., NE Battle Creek There will be a private interment at Roof Cemetery, Climax for family members. A memorial service will be held at 11 AM Tuesday, June 24, 2008 at River Walk Community Church, 1021 Wagner Drive. There will be no visitation prior to the service. Pastor Rich Verkaik will officiate and a luncheon for friends and family will immediately follow the service. In lieu of flowers, memorial gifts may be made to the Battle Creek Christian School. Personal messages may be left at www.farleyestesdowdle.com. Published in the Kalamazoo Gazette on 6/22/2008. (Posted by a VOLUNTEER-NO family connection) Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.