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BORN
1948
DIED
2011
John Huven Obituary
John J. Huven, 88, Green Bay, passed away on June 13, 2011. John was born on March 5, 1923, to the late Ray and Dora (Hooyman) Huven. On June 19, 1948, he married Dorothy De Grave at Holy Martyrs of Gorcum Catholic Church and she preceded him in death on May 10, 2004. He served his country during World War II as a member of the US Army Air Corps. He was a longtime member of VFW Post 9677 in Bellevue. He was employed at Verhalen and HJ Martin and later retired from St. Vincent Hospital as a carpenter and was a member of the local carpenter's union. John was a former active member of Holy Martyrs Catholic Church where he helped make Booyah for the church picnic and a current member of St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church. He was a very talented carpenter and woodworker and also enjoyed fishing and hunting.
He will be sadly missed by his children, Mary Lou (Rick) Hecker, New Franken; Scott (Connie) Huven, Town of Eaton; grandchildren, Tracy and Jenna Hecker and Kimberly and Cody Huven; sisters, Lorraine Heindel and Marian (Gerard) Wilde; sisters-in-law, Rita Huven, Alice (Mel) Loehlein and Doris De Grave; the Jack and Esther Pennings family as well as many other relatives and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife, Dorothy; brothers, Cy Huven, Gerald "Jerry" (Adeline) Huven; brother-in-law, Gene Heindel; and Jack and Esther Pennings; as well as many other relatives and many close friends.
Friends may call at Proko-Wall Funeral Home, 1630 East Mason Street, on Wednesday from 4 to 8 p.m. VFW Post 9677 Prayers at 6:30 p.m. followed by full military honors at the funeral home. Parish Prayer Service at the funeral home at 7 p.m. Visitation will continue on Thursday morning at the funeral home from 9:30 a.m. until the procession leaves for church. Mass of Christian Burial at 10:30 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 312 Victoria Street, with the Rev. David Pleier officiating. Entombment at Allouez Catholic Chapel and Mausoleum.
The family would like to thank the staff and nurses at Unity Hospice for the care given to John. A special thank you to Sr. Helen Keyzer. Your prayers are greatly appreciated.
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June 16, 2011
I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Johnny's passing. I wish that I could have come; but living in Florida prevented me from attending. My thoughts & prayers are with you. Kathleen (Huven) & Dennis Graunke Summerfield, Florida
Jean (Huven) Hazuka
June 15, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are will you.
Dale Cochrane
June 14, 2011
So sorry for your loss. John was a good neighbor and we talked with him often before he moved. We would like to attend the services, but unfortunately, will be out of town on a planned vacation. Dale & Linda, Neighbors
Cindy (Huven) Flauger
June 14, 2011
I am so sorry for your loss.
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Linda Noonan
June 14, 2011
Sorry to hear that Uncle Johnny passed away. All of you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda (Huven) Noonan
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June 14, 2011
MARY AND RICK,
SORRY TO HEAR OF THE LOSS OF YOUR FATHER... YOU HAVE OUR SYMPATHY. JEFF AND FROG
June 14, 2011
Dear Mary and family,
I am saddened to hear of the loss of your father/grandfather. Nothing can equal the pain of losing a loved one. My prayers are with your family. Gail Matzke
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