Ionia County MI Archives Obituaries.....Hoort, James "Jim" October 16, 2023
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      HOORT

James Hoort, age 83, went to his Heavenly Home October 16,2023. He was married 
to the love of his life Carol for 47 years. Jim was preceded in death by his 
father and mother August and Jeanette Hoort, and his sisters Joyce Buning, Marry 
DeKoekKoek, and Phyllis Hoort and great granddaughter, Everly. 

He is survived by his wife Carol, 5 children Michael (LaTonya)Hoort, Michele 
(Mark) Witbeck, Brian (Nicki) Hofkamp, Melissa (Scott) Champine, and Matthew 
Hofkamp, his grandchildren Christopher (Heidi), Angus (Jessica), Emily (Justin), 
LaTaysha (Alex), Aryn (Brandon), Anika (Katie), Megan(Robert), Stephen (Kelsey), 
Kaylee, Alexis, his great-grandchildren Angus, LaTayana, Logan, Colton, KyeLynn, 
Owyn, Cora, Joey,Hudson, Valentina, Alexandria and Camden and sisters Janice 
DenBesten and Eileen (Henry) Hofstra.

Jim had a very strong work ethic earned growing up on his family's dairy farm.He 
was always willing to lend a helping hand. Jim had a knack for making friends 
feel like family. He loved his blended family. The word step was not in his 
vocabulary, all were his.

He was a skilled carpenter and was known for his wooden Christmas ornaments.Jim 
enjoyed playing softball, golfing, traveling and camping with his family.He 
loved the putt-putt sound of old John Deere tractors. He was often seen sitting 
on his front porch drinking a cup of coffee. He loved the Spartans, He was a 
beloved member of the LeValley United Methodist church and enjoyed singing bass 
in the choir.

Jim worked at the Richard A. Handlon Correctional Facility for 30 years. After 
his retirement, he worked in the treasury office at the Ionia Free Fair for 16 
years.

Jim has been cremated and there will be a private family service.In lieu of 
flowers, Jim  had requested donations be made to the Ionia FFA or LeValley 
United Methodist church.Arrangements cared for by Lake Funeral Home in Ionia. 
Online condolences may be made at www.lakefuneralhomes.com

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