May God bless you and your...
I am sorry to hear of your loss, Beverly.
Joanna Brown, HCC
October 06, 2014 | Holyoke, MA


Longmeadow, Massachusetts
Russell L. Hoekstra, 99, a longtime Longmeadow resident died. Born in Jackon, MI on March 15, 1915, he was the son of the late Louis and Mildred Hoekstra. He attended Longmeadow schools and graduated from the former Springfield Technical High School. He received a bachelors degree from American...
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Joanna Brown, HCC
October 06, 2014 | Holyoke, MA
I was in Russ's Line Dancing Class for 4 years. He started each class with his hand on his heart, playing the Star Spangled Banner. He was a very special person. In Trivia Games, we relied on him for sports answers and religious facts. He was happy at Bingo handing out the dollar prizes. He started each day at Glenmeadow by asking the Concierge what was on the agenda for that day. He was interested in all of the activities. He will always have a special place in my...
Genevieve Miller
October 05, 2014 | Longmeadow, MA
It was my pleasure to have met Mr. Hoekstra after many years of hearing about him from my husband, Bruce Cantwell, who was a good friend of Fred. I learned to line dance with the group of students from Glenmeadow. He was such a nice man.
Jean Cantwell
October 04, 2014 | E. Longmeadow, MA
I am saddened to hear of Russ's passing. It was a pleasure to know him and work with him. He was such a gentleman. Meg Schneider/Audiologist
October 03, 2014