George Moes, age 95, passed away February 6, 2026 at his home surrounded by family.
He attended Montello Park school where he graduated from the 8th grade. Leaving school life for work life, he started at Ebelink Flowers where he made a very proud 12 cents per hour and drove the flower delivery truck at age 14. He would move on to Baker Furniture and eventually Lankheet Construction. In the mid-70s Moes Construction became a reality, installing pools. The business is now run by the 3rd generation. The business would be a place of joy and memories for the family. The classic Moes Construction truck in the driveway was always a sign that he was home, likely sitting in his recliner taking in a Tigers or Lions game. The shop itself was often a place for his grandkids to come and sit in the showroom hot tubs, while he worked in the back room. He took pride in his business and frequently made pool calls to customers on weekends, evenings and holidays.
He married the love of his life, Eleanor Klungle and they enjoyed 73 years of marriage before her passing in 2023. He loved her so sweetly especially at the end of her life waiting on her and serving her in the way she served him for many years. Its hard to imagine how beautiful their reunion was in heaven.
His grandkids were his pride and joy and they brought a softness to his hardworking demeanor. He loved to tell them stories. The legacy would continue on to the great grandkids, who somehow managed to pull out an even softer side to him.
George loved his Savior, served his church, and faithfully built a family that would do the same. A life well lived by a man well loved.
He is predeceased by his wife Eleanor and granddaughter Lisa. Sisters Genevieve Snyder and Gertrude Bleeker Van Rhee and their spouses. In-laws Nick Klungle, Leonard Klungle, Jacob Klungle, Janet Geertman, Charles Klungle, Sue Myrick, John Klungle, Nelson Klungle, Ila Schutt and their spouses.
He is survived by his children Tom and Jan Moes, Craig and Ellen Moes, Jane and Brian Borr and Jeff and Beth Moes. Grandchildren Julie and Doug Smith, Ryan Moes, Peter and Daysha Moes, Betsy and Mark DeBruin, Jon and Jacqui Borr, Abby and Ian Banks, Lydia and Trent Miller, Ben and Page Moes, Simeon and Piper Moes and 18 great-grandchildren. Also survived by in-law Ruth Klungle.
A memorial service will take place on Friday, April 10 at 11:00am with a one-hour visitation prior to the service at Dykstra Funeral Home – Mulder Chapel, 188 W. 32nd St. Holland.
Memorial contributions may be made to Holland Hospital Fund Development or Hospice of Holland.
Visitation
Friday, April 10, 2026
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM EDT
Dykstra Funeral Homes
Mulder Chapel
188 West 32nd Street
Holland, MI 49423
(616) 392-2348
Driving Directions
Memorial Service
Friday, April 10, 2026
11:00 AM EDT
Dykstra Funeral Homes
Mulder Chapel
188 West 32nd Street
Holland, MI 49423
(616) 392-2348
Driving Directions
Contributions
At the family’s request memorial contributions are to be made to those listed below. Please forward payment directly to the memorial of your choice.
Holland Hospital Fund Development
602 Michigan Ave
Holland, MI 49423
(616) 355-3975
Hospice of Holland
270 Hoover Blvd
Holland, MI 49423
(616) 396-2972
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