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Hendrik DeMoor Obituary
Worcester, MA - Hendrik deMoor, longtime resident of Worcester, MA passed away surrounded by his family on August 26, 2012 in Millbrae, CA at the age of 86. Hendrik was born in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, where he was raised and completed his Lyceum studies in business and languages. When he was a teenager, the outbreak of World War II forced him to delay his studies and he joined the Dutch Underground Resistance against the Nazi occupation.
When the war ended, Hendrik immigrated to the United States with his parents, Jan and Marianne deMoor, sisters Alice and Greta, and brother Jan. Hendrik was drafted to serve in the US Army during the Korean War, and was stationed at Fort Baker in San Francisco, CA. He returned to New England in 1953 to complete his studies in Accounting at Bentley College, and became a CPA. Most of his career in accounting, auditing and finance was cultivated at Norton Company (now Saint-Gobain) in Worcester, MA, where he held several positions including: Internal Auditor, Norton International Regional Controller for Latin America and Canada, and Manager of International Auditing for Europe, Latin America and the United states.
On one of his business trips to the Mendoza, Argentina office, Hendrik met his future wife, Magda Castellvi in November 1960. They reunited the following year when she came to Harvard for graduate studies. And in 1962 they were married.
Hendrik loved nature, and outdoor activities from fishing and hiking, to beach-going and skiing. He helped found the Hickory Hawks Ski Club in Glen, NH over 50 years ago - the renovated railroad station club still thrives today. He valued his friendships and stayed connected to his friends and colleagues from here and all over the world. He was always game for a lively discussion on controversial subjects, and did not shy away from a good political debate. He enjoyed listening to classical music and opera, especially with a glass of fine cognac and a cigar in hand.
Above all, Hendrik was a family man and was dedicated to enjoying life with Magda, his children, grandchildren, relatives and friends. He instilled in his family an enthusiasm for life, and to appreciate challenges, opportunities, and adventures. He inspired us to be positive, stand up for principles, and do good in the world. Community service was important to Hendrik, and he served on numerous volunteer Boards, including the Greendale YMCA and Centro las Americas in Worcester.
Hendrik is survived by his wife of 50 years, Magda; his three children and their spouses: Paul deMoor and Susan Rolfe of Berkeley, CA, Ingrid deMoor and Luther Kitahata of Hillsborough, CA, Karen deMoor and Tom McCook of Moss Beach, CA; five grandchildren: Garrett, Andrea, Andreas, Nicholas and Amelie; as well as his sister Greta Henry of Peabody, MA, and several cousins, nephews and nieces.
A private ash scattering ceremony at sea will take place in San Francisco Bay. A Celebration of Life will be held on September 15 at the Cyprian Keyes Club in Boylston, MA. If you wish to join us at the Celebration event, please send an email to [email protected] for further details.
We invite you to visit Hendrik's memorial website to share your thoughts, photos and memories at www.forevermissed.com/hendrik-demoor
Donations may be made in Hendrik's memory to Macular Degeneration Research, Oxfam America, or Amnesty International
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
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Marc LePain
September 9, 2012
Dear Magda, Our sympathy to you and your family on the loss of Hendrick. We have happy memories of him from your many years in Worcester, Pattie and Marc LePain
Lola/Antonio Capel-Buldu
September 7, 2012
Querida amiga Magda sentimos mucho lo de Hendrik. Hace tiempo que perdimos vuestra pista. Ojala podamos verte y ver a las chicas/o y abrazaros. Estaremos en la recepcion. Muchos besos
para ti y todas la familia. Aqui os enviamos nuestro telefono y correo electronico: 401-398-1888; [email protected]
Lola y Antonio
September 6, 2012
I joined Norton Company in 1965 in the Internal Audit Department and worked closely with Hank. We travelled together and went skiing at Sugar Bush in Vermont. I have lots of fond memories of our 20 years at Norton.
I know how proud he was of his family and I know he will be missed by all who knew him.
Chuck & Kay Kingsbury
September 5, 2012
Magda, Paul, Ingrid and Karen,
He was a great man, a wonderful person and a dear friend to Joan and I for the many years that we knew him. As I said at my retirement, he was one of only three persons who ment so much to me as a mentor in my careers. We laughed much and often and he never did catch on to Erwin Diesler freezing his favorite gin before serving.
We have lost a man's man; a gentle giant. God bless each and everyone of you, keep you safe and shine his light on your lives.
Eric & Joan Niehaus
September 5, 2012
Dear Magda, My deepest sympathy on the death of Hendrik. I have happy memories of my time with you both. Sister Ellen Guerin, RSM
Krissy Carbone
September 4, 2012
Dear Magda, Paul, Ingrid and Karen,
I was so surprised to hear of Hank's passing. My father and I were just speaking about you all about 2 weeks ago. We were laughing about some of the stories that would come home with after a Norton trip.
Please know that the memory Hank DeMoor will always put a smile on my face. I just loved to hear his voice when he would come to visit and I would find ANY excuse to get out of homework just to hear him talk of you all .
Much love,
Kristina (Niehaus) Carbone
Lynn Homan Radford
September 3, 2012
Dear Magda,
I was so saddened to hear of your dear husband's passing. My heart goes out to you and your entire family and I send you light, love and prayers. I remember you often with fondness and admiration. May Hendrik's light and spirit always shine upon you.
September 2, 2012
Dear Magda, Paul, Kristen and Ingrid
Sad to hear about Hendrik:s passing, but as my mom would have said, he lived to a good age and enjoyed a good life.
I will always remember the generous hospitality he offered to me and the other members of our department at his home on Richmond Ave. over those many years
Hope the angels welcome him into paradise with the most beautiful music and provide the requisite cigar and glass of fine brandy. i was thinking of "In Paradiso." Doesn't get much better than that. Faure's may be the best version. Let Hendrik decide which he wants to hear.
Dona Kercher
September 2, 2012
Sorry to hear about Hendrik's passing, a surprise as we have lost touch this past year. Norman and I hope that the California sun of your beautiful extended family continues to shine on all of you, with Hendrik always in the picture, too. Abrazos, Dona and Norman
August 31, 2012
Dear Mrs. deMoor: You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers at this time. May you find comfort in fifty years of memories and love.
Sincerely,
Phil Mullett
Assumption Class of 1986
Kathleen Tivnan
August 31, 2012
Mrs. deMoor,
I am so sorry for the loss of your husband. May your family and memories help you through this most diffult time.
Kathleen Tivnan
Assumption College
Class of 1991
John Pulcini
August 31, 2012
Dear friend "Hank":
You were a good friend and great teammate as we partnered conducting specialized audits around the globe. And I was blessed with the additional benefit of an incomparable traveling companion who shared my love of laughter, adventure and risk. My sincere condolences to Magda, my daughter's language mentor, and to Hank's family. I am very sad.
John Pulcini
Sarasota, FL
Marian
August 31, 2012
My sincere condolence to the family,
May the peace of God that excels all thoughts guard your heart at this difficult time
Phillipines 4;6,7
John Nelson
August 30, 2012
Hendrick
You were a very special person and a grear contributor to Norton Company. Thanks for all you did for the company and for being a special friend and my primary contact with Alfredo.
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