Jose Van Donk, 77, of 65484 CR 3, Wakarusa, died unexpectedly March 19, 2011, in her residence.
She was born Aug. 4, 1933, in Rotterdam, Holland.
She moved to Nappanee from Holland in 1957, and then moved to Wakarusa. She was an Avon representative for more than 40 years, and first delivered the products by bicycle, until she learned how to drive.
Surviving are three sons: Rudy (and spouse Nancy) Van Donk, Ada, Mich.; Pete (and spouse Tammy) Van Donk, Omaha, Neb.; and John Van Donk, Wakarusa; a daughter, Linda (and spouse Rex) Snyder, Warsaw; seven grandchildren; three great-grandchildren; and a brother, Jan Warendorff, Holland. She was preceded in death by a grandson.
Cremation will take place. A memorial service will be at 6 p.m. April 1 at Thompson-Lengacher & Yoder Funeral Home, Wakarusa, with the Rev. Herman Kauffman officiating.
Calling is from 5 to 6 p.m. April 1 at the funeral home.
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Memorials may be made to the Elkhart Humane Society.
