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Wayne DeValk Obituary
Wayne O. DeValk, age 67, of Hartland, MI, passed away unexpectedly Sunday, September 15, 2013. Born in Chicago, IL on March 31, 1946, he was the son of Clarence O. and Nellaine (TerHaar) DeValk. Formerly of Lynwood, IL and a Hartland, MI resident for the past five years, Wayne had been a member of the First United Methodist Church of Hammond, IN. He received a Bachelor’s degree from Southern Illinois University and a Master’s degree from the University of Illinois. Wayne taught at Thornwood High School (District 215) in South Holland, IL for 35 years where he also coached football and taught Drivers Ed. He was an avid sportsman, collected HO trains and enjoyed a daily crossword puzzle. Beloved husband of Sharon (Reid) DeValk whom he married in Lansing, IL on September 7, 1968. Loving father of Amy (Kevin) Lakotich of Howell, MI, Matthew (Sarah) DeValk of Maryland, and Nathaniel (Jennifer) DeValk of North Carolina. Very proud and loving grandfather of Tristen, Tyler, Samantha, Joseph, Sarah, Arabella, Tatianna, Logan and Gideon. Also survived by his siblings: Gary (Linda) DeValk of Michigan, Ronald (Carrie) DeValk of Minnesota, Glen (Cindy) DeValk of Michigan and Scot (Cathy) DeValk of Iowa. Wayne attended the First United Methodist Church, 400 E. Grand River Ave., Brighton, MI 48116 where a memorial service celebrating his life will be held Thursday, September 19, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, contributions are suggested to First Steps Preschool, c/o the First United Methodist Church, Brighton. Arrangements by MacDonald’s Funeral Home, Howell, MI (517- 546-2800). Please visit the family’s online guestbook at macdonaldsfuneralhome.com.
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John Dramisino
September 20, 2013
Rest in Peace, Coach. You were a good and gentle man. Always a class act. I shall always remember the effect you had on me as as an athlete and a person.
Le Tanya Ellis
September 19, 2013
You will truly be missed... Ur driver ed student Tanya
Brischette Driver
September 19, 2013
Omg...Coach DeValk was a great coach to me. I have so many great memories with coach I can't begin to say one. You will always be remembered by me as the funny, motivating, happy guy. Love u! Rest In Paradise
Stormie Charles
September 19, 2013
Coach Devalk thank you for dedicating yourself to students like myself. I pray that your family and friends know just the impact you had on your athletes and students.
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Kim Furuyama
September 19, 2013
Coach Devalk was a great man and coach! He will be missed! Prayers and condolences go out to his family.
Monique Bennett
September 19, 2013
Rest in Peace Coach Devalk it was an honor to work with you as a Student and then as a Co-Coach. My condolences go out to your family. Coach Bennett
September 19, 2013
One of my favorite teachers from Thornwood! My sympathy...
Jerry and Vera Vestal
September 19, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
September 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Heidi Wicklund
September 18, 2013
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Jill (Stamborski) Fraker
September 18, 2013
Mr. DeVaulk was one of my teachers for drivers ed. He always called me Stromboli and also called my brothers that. So sad to hear he is no longer with us.
Jason Gansauer
September 18, 2013
I'm sorry to hear sad news about an old friend from Thornwood.
E.J. Zitkus
September 18, 2013
He was the best football coach I ever had. He is the inspiration for why I coach today. He rode the bus to every away game and we would just talk about life. Great man! Thornton Wildcats 1992
Ann Maziur
September 18, 2013
My deepest sympathy . I worked with Wayne at Thornwood. He always had a smile on his face. May our dear Lord give the family and friends of Wayne comfort during this sad time.
Bob Komara
September 18, 2013
Had the pleasure of coaching with Wayne at the old TCC. Great coach, always put his players first.
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