Van Kley, Florus 1852-1943

VANKLEY, HUISMAN

Posted By: Paul Van Dyke --Volunteer
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:37

Source: Sioux Center News (2-23-1943)

Born: September 14, 1852
Died: February 18, 1943

Mr. Florus Van Kley passed away at the home of his daughter Mrs. Ralph Achterhof last Thursday, February 18, 1943 at the age of 90 years. He became ill last Sunday morning when he suffered a stroke.

Survivors include the six children, 3 sons and 3 daughters: Mrs. Maas Blankespoor of Sioux Center; Mrs. Ralph Achterhof of Sioux Center, and Mrs. Gerrit Prins of Edgerton, Minnesota; Mr. Arthur Van Kley of Sioux Center; Herbert Van Kley of Chicago, and William Van Kley of Sioux Center.

Funeral services were held on Tuesday afternoon, February 23, 1943 at the Second Christian Reformed Church with the Reverend Oliver Breen officiating. Interment was made at the local cemetery. The six sons were all pall bearers.

Mr. Van Kley was born in Chicago on September 14, 1852 and came to the Sioux Center territory 52 years ago. He was preceded in death by his wife, Pietertje (Huisman) Van Kley, who passed away in 1923.