Terry Allen Dykstra, passed on to his heavenly home on Thursday, June 1st, 2023, after a brief illness.
Terry was born on July 14th, 1936, in Holland, MI, the only child to Ted and Anges (Sneller) Dykstra. He graduated from Holland High School. He then served his country in the Army during peacetime in Korea. In 1958, Terry married the love of his life Evelyn Marie VanIwaarden and raised 3 children in Holland. They were members of Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church and shared 65 years of marriage. Terry worked at G.E. for 35 years in the sample shop and was a “fix-it man” for many. He enjoyed creating in his workshop and tending to his garden. A kind, gentle, and humble man. He will be greatly missed.
Terry was preceded in death by his beloved son, Steven Dykstra.
Terry is survived by: his wife, Evelyn Dykstra; son, Jeff Dykstra of Holland; daughter, Kristy Debest of South Haven; daughter-in-law, Kathy Dykstra of Holland; grandchildren, Leah (Mike), Lucas (Shannon), Heather, and Heidi; great-grandchildren, Christopher, Cera, Cecily, and Brooklynn whom he was smitten with.
A visitation will take place on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023 from 11 am-12 pm at Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church, 836 E 8th St. Holland, MI 49423. A funeral service will be held at 12pm on Tuesday, June 20th, 2023 at Holland Heights Christian Reformed Church, with a lunch to follow.
In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made to Susan Mast ALS Foundation. 2500 Waldorf Ct. NW Walker, MI 49544.
Fond memories and expressions of sympathy may be shared at www.lakeshorememorial.com for the Dykstra family.
