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John William “Bud” Rypkema

Birth	:	8 Aug 1934 George, Lyon County, Iowa, USA
Death	:	15 Jan 2022 Rock Rapids, Lyon County, Iowa, USA
Burial	:	Evergreen Cemetery, George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate	:	43.3394012, -96.0164032
Description	:	John, "Bud" William Rypkema was born August 8, 1934, on a farm southwest of George, Iowa, the son of William and Ida (Smid) Rypkema. John grew up on the family farm and attended country school. He graduated from George High School in 1952. On June 4, 1954, John was united in marriage to Donna Hassebroek. After serving in the Army, including being stationed in Germany, John and Donna returned to the farm in George. To their union, five children were born, Steve, Kathy, Mary, Jacque, and Jim. John was fortunate to farm among a community of neighbors and friends,... Read More	John, "Bud" William Rypkema was born August 8, 1934, on a farm southwest of George, Iowa, the son of William and Ida (Smid) Rypkema. John grew up on the family farm and attended country school. He graduated from George High School in 1952. On June 4, 1954, John was united in marriage to Donna Hassebroek. After serving in the Army, including being stationed in Germany, John and Donna returned to the farm in George. To their union, five children were born, Steve, Kathy, Mary, Jacque, and Jim. John was fortunate to farm among a community of neighbors and friends, who were there with a helping hand when necessary. In addition to being a farmer, John served on boards in the community and as a member of Lyon Country First Presbyterian Church, where he was baptized. At church, John served in several leadership capacities including deacon, trustee, and elder. In 1993, John retired from farming. Donna and he moved to George. During retirement, they travelled and were Texas "snowbirds" for many years. John was also active in Hope Haven's International Wheelchair Ministries, where he logged many hours refurbishing wheelchairs that were eventually shipped to those in need in many countries. Over the years, John and Donna enjoyed playing pinochle with friends, Bob and Joan Luitjens. John also enjoyed watching Iowa Hawkeye sports and spending time with family. He and Donna were blessed with children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren who would often drop by for visits, especially on Sunday afternoons for a cookie and cup of tea. John liked to tease his grandchildren, and he was a role model for all of them. In November of 2020, Donna passed away, and John became a resident of the George Good Samaritan Society in December of 2020. John passed away at Avera Hospital in Rock Rapids, Iowa on January 15, 2022, at age 87. Jurrens Funeral Home George, Iowa

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Where is John William “Bud” Rypkema's memorial?
John William “Bud” Rypkema's memorial is located at: Evergreen Cemetery, George, Lyon County, USA.
When did John William “Bud” Rypkema death?
John William “Bud” Rypkema death on 15 Jan 2022 in Rock Rapids, Lyon County, Iowa, USA
Where are the coordinates of the John William “Bud” Rypkema's memorial?
Latitude: 43.3394012
Longitude: -96.0164032

Family Members:

Parent

William Rypkema

(1907 - 1991)

Ida Smid Rypkema

(1905 - 1999)

Spouse

Donna Mae Hassebroek Rypkema

(1935 - 2020)

Siblings

Betty Jean Rypkema Siebring

(1931 - 2020)

Children

Kathilyn Sue Rypkema

(1957 - 1978)

Flowers:

Nearby Cemetories:

1. Evergreen Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3394012, -96.0164032

2. Hope Reformed Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3296127, -96.0392609

3. First Presbyterian Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3160591, -95.9707260

4. First Baptist Church Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3755000, -95.9780000

5. Zoar Presbyterian Church Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3593864, -95.8996582

6. Zion Lutheran Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3306007, -95.8902969

7. Zion Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4324989, -95.9969025

8. Grant Township Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3903008, -95.8989029

9. Saint John Cemetery
Boyden, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2294006, -96.0152969

10. Quaker Cemetery
George, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2872900, -95.8706700

11. Greenwood Cemetery
Matlock, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2308006, -95.9405975

12. Bethel Reformed Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4621086, -95.9978027

13. Garfield Township Cemetery
Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2689018, -96.1572037

14. Saint Paul Lutheran Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2282000, -96.0985000

15. Riverview Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4127998, -96.1643982

16. Sheridan Township Cemetery
Boyden, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.2047005, -96.0208969

17. Holy Name Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4183006, -96.1864014

18. Pleasant View Cemetery
Little Rock, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4445686, -95.8757553

19. Apostolic Christian Faith Cemetery
Rock Rapids, Lyon County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4207918, -96.1854804

20. Saint Marys Cemetery
Ashton, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3156013, -95.8032990

21. Gilman Cemetery
Ashton, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.3139000, -95.8032990

22. Hope Church Cemetery
Sibley, Osceola County, USA
Coordinate: 43.4193000, -95.8200000

23. Saint Joseph Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1916080, -96.1273510

24. Hope Cemetery
Hull, Sioux County, USA
Coordinate: 43.1939011, -96.1483002