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John Hellenthal

June 18, 2021
Holland, MI

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Visitation

Tuesday, June 22, 2021
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM EDT
Dykstra Funeral Homes
Northwood Chapel
295 Douglas Avenue
Holland, MI 49424
(616) 392-2348
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Hospice of Holland
270 Hoover Blvd
Holland, MI 49423
(616) 396-2972
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John E. Hellenthal, age 85 of Holland, peacefully passed away June 18, 2021.

John was a loyal and lifelong member of the Elks Club, Pioneer Club and was known to be a hard worker who was always the first to help others. He was a loving husband, father and will be deeply missed by all.

He was preceded in death by his first wife Donna; brother, Les Hellenthal; and step-son, Brad Birnbaum.

John is survived by his loving wife Shirley of 33 years; children, Ron (Diane) Hellenthal, Joann (Stuart) Jalving, David (Donna) Hellenthal, Steve Birnbaum, Kristine VanderWoude; 12 grandchildren; 17 great-grandchildren; sisters, Marilyn (Ted) Gillman, Birdie Dykema, Leona Hollar, along with many nieces, nephews, and cousins.

A visitation will take place on Tuesday, June 22nd from 4pm – 7pm at Dykstra Funeral Home – Northwood Chapel (295 Douglas Ave). In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to Hospice of Holland.