Laverne Houzenga Obituary
With profound sadness, we say goodbye to Laverne Houzenga of Clinton, Iowa, born in Morrison, Illinois, whose vibrant spirit touched the lives of many. Laverne left this world on October 31, 2024 at the age of 92, leaving a void in the lives of so many people. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.
He was predeceased by: his parents, Bertrum "Bert" Houzenga and Anna Houzenga (Buikema); his wife Sylvia Huebner; his grandson Michael; and his siblings, Bernard, Cliff and Darlene.
He is survived by: his children, Colleen Thompson (Bud) of Fulton, IL, Richard Houzenga of Clinton, IA, Cindy Holesinger (Bob) of Clinton, IA, Kent Houzenga (Brandi) of Killen, AL, Steve Houzenga (Stephanie) of Garden Plain, IL and Scott Houzenga (Nancy) of Clinton, IA; and his sisters, Delores Stuart of Morrison, IL, Bernice Kyarsgaard of Camanche, IA, Jean Williams of Thomson, IL and Ardella Houzenga of Savanna, IL. He is also survived by 16 grandchildren and 23 great grandchildren.
Visitation was held on Sunday, November 3rd 2024 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Pape Funeral Home (2308 Pershing Blvd, Clinton, IA 52732). A funeral service was held on Monday, November 4th 2024 at 10:30 AM at the same location.
Memorials may be given to St. Jude's Children's Research Hospital.
