Obituary of Henry Okkema
Okkema: Henry -
A resident of Ridgetown, and formerly of Dresden, Henry Okkema passed away at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, Chatham Campus on Saturday, August 2, 2025 at the age of 78.
Born in Aandijk, Holland, Henry was the son of the Harry and Helen (née VanDerHoning) Okkema.
Beloved husband to the late Gloria (née Oosterman) (2015).
Survived by is brother Harry Okkema (Tina) and sister Anna Vanderleuw.
Survived by sisters-in-law Frances and Nellie.
Also missed by nieces, nephews, friends and extended family.
A Service will be held at the Funeral Home, 76 Main Street East, Ridgetown 11:00am on Thursday, August 7, 2025 with Pastor Nate VanDenend officiating. Interment to follow at Maple Leaf Cemetery, Chatham.
Online condolences may be left at www.mckinlayfuneralhome.com
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