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1922 Peter 2002

Peter Joseph Van Herwynen

March 19, 1922 — August 21, 2002

Peter J. Van Herwynen

Age 80, Peter finally finished something, his wonderful life, and joined the Lord.

Peter was born March 19, 1922, in Oss – Netherlands son of Johannes Van Herwynen and Francisca Zwanenberg.

June 23, 1951 married Ans Jansen and they had 51 beautiful years together.

June 1959 Peter and Ans, and their two children, Dorothy and Andy came to the U.S. to Appleton and never moved again. Son Michael was born in Appleton.

Peter was very proud to be a Dutch born – American.

He worked for Miller Electric for 22 years and retired in 1984.

Peter is survived by his wife Ans, his daughter, Dorothy Nelson and her husband Dave and their children Amanda and Matt.

By his son Andreas Van Herwynen and his fiancée Carla, and Weston and Whitney.

By his son Michael Van Herwynen and his wife Jenny and son Robert.

He is also survived by two brothers and two sisters and two sister-in laws and a brother in law-in Willy Van Den Biggelaar in the Netherlands, Louise Kemps, husband Andre and their three children, Marjon, Ingrid, Louise and Louis Van Herwynen, Jan Van Herwynen and wife Mien and their four children, Anita, Karen, Monique and Hans. Trudy Van Herwynen and her two children, Marie & Angelique Desireee. Mary Ann Van Herwynen, and her four children Diane, John (Caroline) Jim (Kim) & Steve (Teresa). And many great nieces and nephews.

Special nephew, Wil Jansen the Netherlands. Special friends of the family; Shirley, Richard, Connie & Ruth.

Peter was preceded in death by his mother, father, three brothers, Harry, Sam & Rien; brother-in-law Harry, sister-in-law Toos, and his godchild, Edward.

The funeral service will be held on Saturday, August 24, 2002 at St. Thomas More Catholic Church (1810 N. McDonald St.) at 11:00 a.m. with Father Gerald Falk officiating. Friends will be received directly at the church on Saturday from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service (11:00 a.m.). Entombment will be at Highland Memorial Park.

We also would like to thank all the doctors and nurses at AMC, ER, 4th floor, 2nd floor and ICU all for the special care given to Peter. Also, Father Falk and Pastor Nolan. We truly appreciate all your support.

Tot ziens! YA, YA

WICHMANN FUNERAL HOME
537 North Superior Street
Appleton 739-1231
www.wichmannfuneralhomes.com

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Visitation

Wednesday, August 24, 2022

9:00 - 11:00 am

St. Thomas More Catholic Church

1810 N McDonald St, Appleton, WI 54911

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Starts at 2:30 pm

Appleton Highland Memorial Park

3131 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54911

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