Van Holland, Gerrit 1929-1948

VANHOLLAND

Posted By: Paul Van Dyke --Volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:35

Source: Sioux Center News (10-21-1948)

Born: July 18, 1929
Died: October 14, 1948

GERRIT VAN HOLLAND, 19, DIES OF BRAIN HEMMORRAGE

Gerrit Van Holland, son of Mr. and Mrs. Tom Van Holland died late Thursday evening, October 14.

Early Thursday morning Gerrit complained of a headache which became very severe later on during the day until about midafternoon, it was necessary to rush him to St. Joseph Hospital in Sioux City and there he passed away late that evening. He died at the age of 19 years and two months. His sudden passing was a shock to his many relatives and friends.

Gerrit is survived by his parents and two sisters and two brothers: Elsie, Mrs. Peter Tiemeyer of Grand Rapids; John, Gilbert and Thelma Grace, all at home. One grandparent, Mrs. G. Van Holland of Rock Valley.