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Piet Zorge Obituary
He leaves his wife of 54 years, Jean (Bodeman) Zorge of Shrewsbury; three sons, Frans Zorge and his wife, Michelle of Shrewsbury, Arthur Zorge and his wife, Pamela of Shrewsbury, and Michael Zorge of Worcester; two daughters, Joyce Crouse of Shrewsbury and Lynda LePoer and her husband, David of Shrewsbury. He also leaves seven grandchildren, Jessica Zorge and her husband, Jason Robitaille of Worcester, Jennifer Litchfield and her husband, Kevin; Erik Zorge, Ashley Zorge and Justin Zorge; Sydney LePoer and Caleb LePoer, all of Shrewsbury. He also leaves a brother, Alfons of Worcester and a sister Truus and her husband, Erik Croes of the Netherlands.
Piet was born in the former Dutch East Indies, son of the late Franciscus and Kim (Njoen) Zorge. He came from the Netherlands to the United States 50 years ago and lived 45 years in Shrewsbury. He was a member of Saint Mary's Parish. A Korean War veteran in the 2nd U.S. Infantry Division, (Second to None), he received many medals and commendations during his two tours of duty in Korea. He was a lifetime member of the South Works Post VFW 3657 in Worcester. He worked for 45 years at the former Coppus Engineering until the plant closed December 2006, at that time he was 76 years old.
A devoted husband, father and grandfather, his greatest love was his family. Piet took great pleasure in traveling to Aruba with his beloved wife for their annual holiday. He enjoyed fishing and gardening and various activities with his family. He also found much joy being around his seven grandchildren and spending time at his second home in York, Maine. He had a passion for his Classic Cadillacs, and each year he looked forward to attending the Worcester Summer Nationals, various car shows and swap meets with his sons.
Relatives and friends are invited to visit with Mr. Zorge's family on Wednesday, April 15th from 5-8 P.M. in the Britton-Shrewsbury Funeral Home, 648 Main Street, Shrewsbury. His funeral will be held on Thursday, April 16th with his funeral Mass being celebrated at 10A.M. in Saint Mary's Church, 640 Main St., Shrewsbury. Burial will be in Mountain View Cemetery, Shrewsbury. For directions and Mr. Zorge's personal online obituary, please visit,
brittonfuneralhomes.com
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Memories and Condolences
for Piet Zorge
justin zorge
November 15, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
justin zorge
November 15, 2009
dear Grandpa
we love and miss you so mutch please stay with us as we go through tuff times. we know you will always be there.
Dave Giovannini
April 24, 2009
Dear Mike and family. Please accept my condolences on the loss of Piet. He was a rare talent; intense, honest and hardworking. I will long remember him and miss his straight forward talks. You had a great father and husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you. I will miss him.
Ken & Ginger Banfill
April 15, 2009
Dear Mike and family, We are so sorry to hear of your loss. Piet was a great guy. I enjoyed working with him for many years. He will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Sorry that we couldn't make it.
Mark Lindstrom
April 15, 2009
Mike, so sorry to hear of your loss. You are very lucky to have had such a great dad. My heart goes out to you and your family. God bless you.
April 15, 2009
I worked with Piet for many years and he will be sadly missed. Dave LeBoeuf Sr.
Vio & family
April 15, 2009
We are very sorry to hear of the passing of Piet. I worked with Piet at Coppus for many years and we became very good friends.Our thoughts and prayers go out to Piet's family in there time of sorrow.
Cecile Lewis
April 15, 2009
Dear Frans and family -
We are so sorry to hear that your dad passed away. He was a great man. It was a pleasure knowing him. Remember all the memories you've had with him and that it will bring you all comfort during these times. Our deepest sympathy to you all.
STEVEN, CECILE & ZACHARY
Bill & Judie Lees
April 15, 2009
Dear Jean & family, Bill and I were very saddened to hear of Piet's passing. We spent many happy time together in North Conway. Bill and Piet enjoyed fishing and the many years they worked at Coppus. Our deepest sympathy to you all. Bill & Judie
Debbie (Lees) Ferrecchia
April 15, 2009
I am so sorry to hear of Piet's passing. I remember camping with your family for many years. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Howard Curtis
April 14, 2009
Please accept my deepest sympathies. I worked with piet for over thirty years. he was a good friend and co worker. He will be greatly missed.
Joyce & Keith Kephart
April 12, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.We are here for you if you need anything.
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