Grand Rapids, Michigan
HANKO - It pleased the Lord to deliver Rev. Cornelius Hanko from the church militant and bring him to the church triumphant. Rev. Hanko, aged 97, formerly of Hudsonville, died on March 14, 2005. He is survived by four children, Herman and Wilma Hanko, Frederick and Ruth Hanko, Elaine Bos and...
Read MoreMy brother and I both learned languages from Grandpa Hanko-except that he taught me Dutch, not Latin. He was truly an amazing person. Give my best to his family.
Ed and Traci Reitsma
March 16, 2005 | Pentwater, MI
How the angels must be rejoicing at the coming home of this good and faithful saint! What a true blessing he has been - even thru the difficult times.
We were privileged to share some of the years of our lives together.
Lynn's health is extremely fragile with her MS right now, as is mine, so attending the funeral is not possible, but please know that you will be in our thoughts and prayers -- and we will also be rejoicing -- how could we not?!
May you all feel God's...
Cal & Lynn Reitsma
March 16, 2005 | Scottville, MI
On behalf of myself and my brother & sister-in-law, Art & Darlene Bykerk and family, we would like to extend our Christian sympathies and condolences to the Hanko family. Please be assured that while we are not able to be there in person, our thoughts and prayers will be with you during this time of sadness, but yet great joy! Rev. Hanko was very special to our family for many years.
Lubertha Bykerk
March 16, 2005 | Fremont, MI
I was saddened to hear of his passing. I have so many fond memories of him, particularly when I was a child. Although he was technically my father's uncle, I will always know him as Grandpa Hanko. My carrer now, teaching language, is due to him, as he so patiently spent time with me teaching me Latin. I will miss him, and treasure his memory. My regards to his family.
Richard Reitsma
March 16, 2005 | Fredericksburg, VA
