De Jager, Justin Ray "JR" 1989-2020

DEJAGER, KLOMP

Posted By: Marjorie Brunsting-Volunteer (email)
Date: 6/13/2021 at 20:33:36

Mr. Justin De Jager, age 31, of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, April 30, 2020 near Sioux Falls.

There will be a private funeral service on Tuesday, May 5, at 10:30am. The Rev. Mark Vande Zande will officiate. Interment will follow the service at the West Lawn Cemetery in Orange City. Justin’s parents, LeRoy and Crystal, invite you to drive past their home at 421 Third Street Southwest in Orange City, on Sunday, between 3:00pm and 5:00pm, to show your support during this difficult time. The Oolman Funeral Home in Orange City is in charge of arrangements.

In light of current events, and in an effort to abide by the recommendation of social distancing, we encourage you to use our website, www.oolman.com, to leave a message of condolence, print a memorial folder, view the tribute video, and participate in the funeral service via live stream.

Justin Ray “JR” was born February 6, 1989, in South Korea. He was adopted by his loving parents, LeRoy and Crystal (Klomp) De Jager, and welcomed by older siblings Lindsey Marie and Andy Lee Joon, on September 13, 1989. JR grew up in Orange City and attend the Orange City Christian School. In 2007, he graduated from the Unity Christian High School, where he was a participant in track and soccer. As a young adult, JR moved to Sioux Falls and was employed at Frisbee as a heating, ventilation, and air conditioning technician.

JR was an amazing little brother, and a wonderful uncle to his nephew, Gabriel, with whom he shared a special bond. He was a hard worker, a great friend whose loyalty knew no bounds, a “tough guy” with a kind heart, and a simple man of few words. His shoulders where always there to lean on and his hugs would let you know that things would be alright. Justin touched so many lives and left a lasting impression on everyone he met. He lived life to the fullest and his dry sense of humor and sarcasm were a constant source of entertainment. Although he was on this earth for only a short time, his impact will be felt forever.

He will be missed immensely and always remembered by his parents, LeRoy and Crystal De Jager, of Orange City; his sister, Lindsey Hernandez; and his brother, Andy De Jager, both of Sioux City; his nephew, Gabriel Hernandez, also of Sioux City; his paternal grandparents, Ronald and Marleen De Jager, of Maurice; his maternal grandmother, Helen Klomp, of Rock Valley; and numerous aunts, uncles, and cousins.

He was proceeded in death by a cousin, Nicholas Van Ginkle; and his maternal grandfather, Marv Klomp.

Memorials may be directed to the De Jager Family for future designation.

Source: Oolman Funeral Home online obituary.