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Muriel Van Dyk Obituary
Muriel Evelyn Van Dyk of Bushnell, FL, passed away on Friday, October 3, 2008 at Community Hospice of Northeast Florida, after being cared for at Mayo Clinic Hospital, Bushnell, FL for a number of health challenges.
Muriel was the only child of William and Nora Hanlon, she was born in 1921 and raised in N.Y.C. She attended Julia Richmond High School and Queens College. She married Warren Van Dyk of Saddle River, NJ and after WW II, together they raised six children: William Van Dyk of San Antonio, TX, Bruce Van Dyk of Albany, NY, Jean Van Dyk Hitchcock of La Jolla, CA, Diane Van Dyk of Dallas, TX and Donald Van Dyk and Evey Van Dyk Kopko of Jacksonville, FL; she also had ten grandchildren and three great-grandchildren.
Muriel's life was centered on her family and her husband of 60 years. To her children, she was a model grace and strength with a wicked sense of humor, an alert mind and a very generous heart. She was a great fan of the NY Times crossword puzzle, loved any kind of chocolate and was a voracious reader. She made a huge impact on those who knew her and those of us she raised. We can never repay her for all the lessons we learned from her. She was a great role model.
There will be a memorial service held on Friday, November 21, at the National Cemetery in Gainesville, FL. The family asks that you remember Muriel with gifts to your local libraries or a charity of your choice.
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Memories and Condolences
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Deanna (GRAD) Eckman
October 22, 2008
Diane, Billy, Bruce, Jean, Donald and Evey,
2 Oxford Road...seems a million years ago. I've ALWAYS remembered your mom with such fondness. I remember how close of a family you all were and I'm sure still are. God Bless you all.
Lynn GRAD Weinheim
October 22, 2008
Diane and Family,
It's seems like Oxford Road was a lifetime ago and I guess for some of us it is. I was so sorry to hear of your beloved Moms passing,but she is walking the golden road with Jesus and your Dad. May you find confort knowing she is at peace. God Bless you all .
Kathy (Kopko) Trate
October 21, 2008
Evey and Lee, Dominic and Nicholas:
My deepest condolences to you all.
Evey, I only had the pleasure of meeting your mom once when I came to visit but I'm happy that I had that opportunity. My love and prayers to you. Love, Kathy and family.
Robin Bittner-Montoya
October 20, 2008
I met Muriel only once and I would agree that she had a wicked sense of humor. We laughed and cajoled a lot during that meeting. How lucky you are to have had such a great mother and it is no wonder you miss her so much. My condolences to Evey, my friend, and the rest of the family. Please remember that He would not bring you to it if He could not bring you through it. I will pray for you that in time the pain of missing your mom is replaced by the joy of remembering her. God bless you in Jesus' name amen.
Evey Kopko
October 20, 2008
Mom I am so sad I have lost you. You were my very best friend and the best Mom ever. We had so many years together and the best were when you moved to Florida so I could take care of you and Dad. You always gave me good advice when I needed it and helped me through the good and bad times. You are with Dad now and you won't have to suffer anymore. I love you so much and will be missed dearly. Love, Evey
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