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James Terpstra Obituary

James W. Terpstra Griffith/Spring Hill, FL James W. Terpstra, age 78, formerly of Spring Hill, Florida and Griffith, passed away March 29, 2006. Jim was born on September 29, 1927 to William and Adrianna Terpstra. He is survived by his sons: Jim (Becky) Terpstra, Jr. of St. John and Jon (Mara) Terpstra of Griffith; grandchildren: Jim, Heidi, Caitlin, Jake and Kyle; sisters: Bea Rottier and Anges Moes. He was preceded in death by his wife Sylvia; daughter, Lee Ann; brothers: William, John, Edward and Harry. Visitation will be on Tuesday, April 11, 2006 from 5-7 PM at Kuiper Funeral Home, 9039 Kleinman Rd. (2 blocks south of Ridge Rd.) Highland, IN. A memorial service will follow the visitation at 7:00 PM. Jim entered the Merchant Marines at the age of 17 and later served in the Army during the Korean War. He was a longtime local businessman, owning Terpstra Brothers Trucking. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Hospice.

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Published by The Times from Apr. 2 to Apr. 10, 2006.

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Mike Fleming

April 10, 2006

Jon,



You and Your Family are in my thoughts and prayers. My wife Lynne and I, as well as our children, Andrew and Christopher along with everyone in the Knoxville Office hope that you find comfort during this time.



James (1:12)

Chris Iversen

April 7, 2006

Jon,



Our thoughts are with you and your family at this difficult time. I am sorry for your loss.



Chris & Beth Iversen

Chris Kirn

April 7, 2006

Jon, I am very sorry about the passing of your father. We will all keep him and your family in out thoughts and prayers.

Bobby Hart

April 7, 2006

Jon,



Nancy & I are so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in our deepest thoughts and prayers.

Carter Clarke

April 7, 2006

Terp,



Very sorry to hear about your loss. Losing a parent is a tough situation and each day will get better!



Carter

Ron Graves

April 7, 2006

Jon,



I was sorry to hear of your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tim Walker

April 7, 2006

Jon,

I am very sorry to hear about the loss of your father. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers here at Lamar in Jackson.

Wayne Allen

April 7, 2006

Jon& Mara,Kaitlin,Kyle,& Jake: I am very sorry for the loss of your Dad and Grandfather.I wish there was something that could be said or done at such a sad time for you and your family.I want you to know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.Let his wisdom and memories be everlasting.

Karen Parchman

April 7, 2006

Jon - Thoughts and prayers are with you and your family - I know that your father will be missed but leaves wonderful memories -

Cindie Buzea

April 3, 2006

Jon, Mara, Kaitlin, Kyle, and Jake,

We are so very sorry to hear about the loss of your Dad and Grandfather. Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family.

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