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1920 - 2008
Age: 88
TOLHUIZEN, Mary Hope
Of Kalamazoo
Formerly of St. Joseph and Vicksburg
Mary passed away December 3, 2008. She was born September 5, 1920 in Kalamazoo the daughter of the late Chauncey E. and Inez (Krogen) Hope. Mary was a graduate of Western State High School, the University of Michigan School of Nursing and Western Michigan University. She was an elementary school teacher in Vicksburg and Benton Harbor for over 25years before retiring in 1985. On April 18, 1942 in Kalamazoo, Mary was united in marriage to James A. Tolhuizen. Mary and Jim were married for 56 years until his death in 1998. Mary was also preceded in death by her brother, Maurice Hope and a son-in-law, Rod Terrill. She is survived by her daughter, Mary Terrill, sons, James H. Tolhuizen, John w. (Jane) Tolhuizen and Peter A. (Cheri) Tolhuizen; 7 grandchildren, Matthew (Jackie) Terrill, Stephanie (Sean) Davis, Melissa (Mike) Loeffelholz, Michelle (Jason) Manni, James H. Tolhuizen, Emily Tolhuizen and Haley Tolhuizen; 7 great grandchildren, James, Lucas and Nora Terrill, Genevieve and Brett Davis, Gracie Loeffelholz and Benjamin Manni; brother, James W. (Wilma) Hope, sister-in-law, Winifred Hope, sister, Lorraine (Bob) Wilkinson; numerous nieces and nephews. Private family services have been held. Memorial contributions may be made to the Alzheimers Association. Arrangements are by the Adams Funeral Home, Paw Paw. |
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There are currently 3 condolences.
Pat VanZoeren
Saturday January 3, 2009 at
8:46 PM
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I remember sweet Mary T. from when I would visit my mother, Joyce, at White Oaks in Lawton. Such a lovely, gentle soul. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
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Gerry and Linda Drews
lldrews@att.net
Tuesday December 16, 2008 at
9:26 AM
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Sorry to hear about your Mother. We extend our deepest sympathy. We know what you have been going through, but rest assured in God's peace that He will give you strength and comfort. Love, Gerry and Linda Drews
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Margaret Balyeat
Sunday December 14, 2008 at
4:59 PM
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I taught with Mary at Columbus School in the early seventies. Because her name--like min--was hard for the children to probou=nce, they callred her "Mrs. Tippy-toes", hich Mary received in good humor.My best wishes for the family members left behind; I've been where you are, so I know how hard it is. Mat our Precious Lord comfort each of tyou with wonderful memorie of the contributions Mary made to others during a life of service. her life.
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