Arie DeJong, loving husband, father and grandfather, went home to be with his Lord on Monday, October 14, 2024. He passed away peacefully with his wife of 60 years by his side at the Karen Ann Quinlan Hospice in Fredon Township, NJ. He was 85 years old.
Arie was born August 25, 1939, in Nyland, Friesland, the Netherlands. There he studied carpentry and served in the Dutch Navy. In July 1961, he made his way to America where he was a dairy farmer for close to 20 years, partnering at first with his father-in-law Eli on a farm in Andover and then another farmer in Blairstown. Following that he worked as a carpenter for the rest of his life. He was known for his ability to fix anything and for his friendly, helpful nature. He was a lifelong member of the Christian Reformed Church in Flanders and Newton. He married his wife Ann in 1964 and together they had five children. They especially enjoyed holidays with their family in their home in Blairstown for over 40 years.
Arie was survived by his wife Ann, daughter Tina, daughter Laura and husband Joe, son Edward and wife Janet, son Ron, son Jason and wife Meagan and grandson Jack. Survived also by his sister Rinske and brother Geert and wife Willie, sister-in-law Griet (Romke), and their children and grandchildren in the Netherlands.
Arie was predeceased by his parents Haring and Griet DeJong and his brother Romke.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, October 18th, 2024 at Grace Reformed Bible Church, 28 Thompson St, Newton, NJ 07860. Visitation will be at 10 am followed by a service at 11am.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Family Radio Network, PO Box 305112, Nashville, TN 37230-9933.
Funeral arrangements have been entrusted to Cochran Funeral Home, 905 High Street, Hackettstown, NJ 07840.
For those wishing to leave online condolence’s, please visit, www.cochranfuneral.com
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Raymond Sammarco says
October 15, 2024 at 10:39 pmCongratulations on a life well lived! Enjoy the Kingdom of Heaven!
Donna & Greg Kelsey says
October 16, 2024 at 12:24 amDear Aunt Ann and Family it is with great sadness that we hear of Uncle Arties passing. We hope that knowing he’s with our Lord in Heaven celebrating can ease the pain of his passing. You will be in our hearts and prayers. Much Love Donna & Greg Kelsey & Art & Helen DeVries
Wayne Snyder says
October 16, 2024 at 5:59 pmMay our Lord bless and comfort you and your family during this time of grief.
Wayne and Donna Snyder
Emily VanDeWeert says
October 17, 2024 at 12:46 pmAnn, Our sincere thoughts and prayers for you and your family on the loss of Arie. Many good memories are had of your visits to Vermont. I will always remember his laugh. May God grant you comfort in your loss and grief today and in the days ahead. Tom Dykstra & Emily VanDeWeert
Denise Baarda says
October 19, 2024 at 1:26 pmDear Ann and family,
John and I are very sorry for your loss,and pray for Gods gentle hand to comfort you all at this time.
His infectious laughter will always be a reminder of what a wonderful spirit he had.
Paula Jensen says
October 20, 2024 at 1:22 amArie was my next door neighbor since 1985. He would often help me, a single woman, when I needed it. I would always see him trimming the shrubs and making the property tidy. How he loved the land! Arie was a mighty oak of a man; his white hair gave him the look of a Nordic God. I am blessed to have known him and Ann as neighbors and friends.
Cheryl says
October 31, 2024 at 1:37 amAnn, I am so sorry to hear about your husband. I always enjoyed his visits to the bank, he was such a great man. My condolences to you and your family on your loss. RIP Arie.
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