Mrs. Mary Ann Van't Hof Obituary - Visitation & Funeral Information

Mary Ann Van't Hof, 75, of Holland, passed away Wednesday, November 27, 2013, after a long battle with Parkinson's and Alzheimer's Disease. Mary Ann was born April 26, 1938, in Sheboygan, Wisconsin, and moved to Holland at six years of age. She started playing the organ at the age of 11 in her parent's restaurant (Cumerfords). She graduated from Holland High in 1956. Mary Ann attended Hope College where she met and married Don Van't Hof. She taught organ and piano for over 20 years. She retired from Ottawa Savings Bank after 20 years. Mary Ann is a member of Second Reformed Church of Zeeland where she taught Sunday School, attended Bible Study, and was in the church knitting groups. She loves her family and enjoys camping and taking trips in the motor home. She enjoys having coffee sitting on the deck of her home overlooking Lake Mac. She is survived by her husband of 55 years, Don, and their children: Kathy and Bill Bush of Rockford, Vic and Laurie Van't Hof of Holland; grandchildren: Ben and Amber Nichols, Lindsey and Nate Peters, Elizabeth Bush, Andrew Bush, Geoff Van't Hof, Lyndsie and James Lundy and Eric Schaapman; 4 great-grandchildren, sister: Karen and Arch Bassett of Sun City, AZ; sister-in-law: Pat and Gary Koetsier of Ada, MI and many nieces and nephews. The Van't Hof's are grateful for the staff and caregivers at Appledorn and especially Lisa, for their great comfort and care provided to Mary Ann and her family. A memorial service will be held, 2:00 PM on Sunday, December 1, 2013 at the Second Reformed Church, 225 East Central Avenue, Zeeland. The Rev. Karsten Voskuil and Rev. Diane Mugg will officiate. Visitation will be 4:00-7:00 p.m., Saturday, November 30, 2013, at Yntema Funeral Home, 251 South State Street, Zeeland. Interment will be in Pilgrim Home, Holland. Memorial contributions may be given Evergreen Commons. www.yntemafh.com.

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Mrs. Mary Ann Van't Hof

April 26, 1938 - November 27, 2013